Sealy

AUSTIN — The City of Sealy continued its strong sales tax performance in June, with year-todate collections nearing an 80% increase over the same period last year, according to figures released by Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock.

Check out The Sealy News' roundup of America's 250th birthday celebrations in Sealy, Bellville, Wallis, San Felipe, Cat Spring and New Ulm!

SEALY — Hundreds of residents turned out for the fourth annual All for One Festival on June 27 at East Foundation Park, enjoying a full day of free family entertainment. The festival featured water slides, carnival rides, train rides, inflatable attractions, food vendors, music and activities for children of all ages.

Sealy Police Chief Russell Grimes introduced new officers, commended staff for promotions and advancements and accepted donations to support the new K-9 program during the Tuesday, June 16 Sealy City Council meeting.

The Sealy Area Chamber of Commerce recognized Gimmie Some Sweets as its Business of the Month on June 3, honoring the bakery's four years of service to the community. While the award recognizes the business's success, owner Tasha Jackson said the journey to get there was anything but easy.

The Sealy Police Department has temporarily relocated most of its operations after the discovery of extensive water damage and mold inside the building last week. The city announced, Thursday, June 18, that police operations at 1320 Rexville Road moved to the City Planning Building at 405 Main St.

Sealy Independent School District trustees unanimously approved $130,234 in repairs and improvements to the district's gymnasium facilities during a June meeting. The work includes $65,614 in repairs to the high school gymnasium roof and $64,620 in renovations and exterior improvements to the district's half-gym facility.

The city of Brookshire hosted their annual Juneteenth Celebration Friday, June 19. It was a day full of activities starting with the parade through downtown Brookshire. The grand marshal was DJ Chose.

Families from across the area are invited to attend the fourth annual All for One Festival on June 27 at East Foundation Park in Sealy. The free community event, hosted by Lucky Lane, will take place from noon to 10 p.m.