It’s only three months until Port O’Connor will be hosting the annual Warriors Weekend, honoring our wounded American heros. If you’ve been involved in any of the previous Warriors Weekends, you know what a meaningful time this is for these wounded soldiers, and how rewarding it is to be a part of it. On Monday, […]

The Annual OLG Valentine Gala will be held on Feb 16, 2013 at the Formosa Guest House. The theme is Murder on the Orient Express. Come enjoy the fun, food, silent auction, and entertaining exploits of Agatha Christie’s famous detective Hercule Poirot. Proceeds from this fabulous event provide bonuses for the teachers. Call 361-552-6140 ext. […]

“Loving your Community” is the theme for the 49th Annual Port Lavaca /Calhoun County Chamber Awards Banquet coming up on February 7, 2013. The banquet will be held at the Bauer Community Center. Social hour is 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.; dinner and awards 7:00 p.m. For tickets and more info call (361) 552-2959.

You’ve probably heard the rumors, and they are true. Bryn R. Wilburn, Public Relations Manager for Family Dollar has confirmed that Family Dollar is building a store on Highway 185 in Seadrift. It is slated to open in the second half of 2013 and will employ 8 to 10 persons. Local realtor, Kathleen Lambright, reports […]