Ritchey pegged as county EMS assistant chief
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The new Austin County EMS Assistant Chief, Rhonda Ritchey, was introduced at the Austin County Commissioners Court meeting on Jan. 9.
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Travel center coming to Sealy
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Khawar and Sons Inc and its affiliates, Farooqi Development LLC and CTB construction are gearing up to begin construction in Sealy to build the world’s largest fuel station and travel center. This site will operate under their Now and Forever brand of convenience stores and travel centers, which are rapidly expanding nationwide. Along with the massive fuel station, the companies also intend to construct a colossal, fully indoor water park.
BEST IN STATE
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The Austin County Fair Association was well represented at this year’s Texas Association of Fairs & Events Convention. On Saturday morning, Jan.
NEWS BITS
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Po.L.K.of A Public Dance, Jan. 15 Po.L.K.of A., Polka Lovers Klub of America, Texas Chapter, will be having its membership meeting and public dance, Sunday Jan. 15, 2023, at the Sealy American Legion Hall.
Gas prices rise .6 cents per gallon last week
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Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 0.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.83/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 14.6 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 3.4 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 2.1 cents in the last week and stands at $4.64 per gallon.
What to do with fallen leaves around your yard
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Leaves are continuing to fall across the state, building up and around our homes and yards. Fallen leaves have many benefits to our ecosystem when left alone but can also become a wildfire hazard if they remain in the wrong places.
How to sustainably dispose, recycle real Christmas trees
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Many enjoy having a real Christmas tree for the holidays. And when the holidays are over, there are several eco-friendly ways to dispose or recycle a Christmas tree.
McCaul ready to get to work
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The election of the Speaker of the House is normally a formality for the ruling majority but this year, the election turned into a bit of a spectacle. Congressman Michael McCaul, the representative for the 10th district including Austin County, said the House “was being held hostage until we get this thing resolved.” Kevin McCarthy was elected as Speaker of the House after 14 unsuccessful attempts but on that 15th attempt, McCarthy was finally able to sway enough votes his way and take over the position.
THE BEAUTIFUL GAME
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It is one of the most popular sports world-wide and every week, Sealy residents can witness the sport being played by its high school athletes. Soccer is so popular because it is accessible for anyone.
