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October 28, 2026

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A reel big catch

October 28, 2026

Twelve-year-old Gavin Fontenot of Port Lavaca shows off a black drum he caught Oct. 24 while fishing in Lavaca Bay.

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The former Beach Hotel at 101 S. Commerce St. gets a spooky makeover with police tape and cobwebs Oct. 23 in preparation for The Haunting on Main St. The haunted house, a fundraiser for Calhoun High School's Class of 2027 Project Graduation, will be open Oct. 28-31.

CHS Class of 2027 turns historic hotel into haunted house

October 28, 2026

The Calhoun High School class of 2027 is turning the former Beach Hotel, 101 S. Commerce St. into a haunted attraction Oct. 28-31, hoping to scare...

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The first officers of Calhoun High School's National Technical Honor Society chapter were installed during an induction ceremony Oct. 1. From left are president Brice Petrisky, vice president Claire Chen, secretary Cayson Sanders, treasurer Hunter McGill and service director Benjamin Curlee.

CHS welcomes first National Technical Honor Society members

October 28, 2026

Forty-six Calhoun High School students were inducted into the school's first chapter of the National Technical Honor Society during a ceremony Oct....

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - RALPH CORMIER (1937-2023)

October 27, 2026

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - RALPH CORMIER (1937-2023)Some people leave their mark on a community through their accomplishments and leadership. Others are remembered for something...

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - DR STANLEY WILSON LESTER (1912-1963)

October 20, 2026

TOMBSTONE TUESDAY - DR STANLEY WILSON LESTER (1912-1963)Dr. Stanley Wilson was not a native of Calhoun County, but his love for the Texas Gulf...

Port Lavaca Auto Group

County welcomes health adviser, approves grant loans

October 28, 2026

Calhoun County Commissioners Court welcomed a new Healthy South Texas school adviser Oct. 21 during its regular meeting. Commissioners also authorized loans to cover grant...

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Members of the public listen as Texas Commission on Environmental Quality representatives explain the permitting process during an Oct. 19 meeting concerning Formosa Plastics’ wastewater discharge permit.

TCEQ faces criticism over proposed Formosa permit

October 28, 2026

Environmental advocates and members of the public questioned the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality over proposed changes to Formosa...

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Natrx-made breakwater structures near Bayfront Peninsula Park in Port Lavaca were fully installed by Oct. 6.

Port Lavaca reaches milestone in shoreline protection project

October 21, 2026

An important milestone was reached Oct. 6 with the completion of a large-scale shoreline protection project in Port Lavaca. Composed of a new...

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Calhoun County EMS personnel demonstrate emergency medical procedures using a training mannequin Oct. 24 during the Calhoun County Emergency Services Field Day. Visitors watched demonstrations of airway management and other lifesaving techniques.

See. Learn. Connect.: First responders meet public, demonstrate...

October 28, 2026

Chickens and cows for college cash: Youth auction raises more than...

October 28, 2026

Local youth earned an unofficial $554,788 after add-ons at the Calhoun County Fair Youth Auction Oct. 15, with additional donations from businesses and individuals still to...

Seadrift water pressure restored as questions remain over pump...

October 28, 2026

SEADRIFT — Water pressure has been restored and storage tanks are remaining full in Seadrift following ongoing water system problems that prompted a local disaster...

Paul Joseph Michalik

Paul Joseph Michalik

October 21, 2026

Paul Joseph MichalikJanuary 19, 1932 — September 4, 2026Paul Joseph Michalik, 94, passed away into the arms of our Lord on September 4, 2026. He...

Beyond the bruises: Recognizing the warning signs of domestic violence

October 21, 2026

When most people think of domestic violence, they think of physical injuries such as bruises, scratches or broken bones, but there is more to domestic violence than just...

Police/Court Reports

Local law enforcement makes 37 arrests over two weeks

October 28, 2026

The arrest records made available through The Port Lavaca Wave newspaper are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has...

Alicia Fivecoat and Frank Parker show their support for cancer awareness during Calhoun High School's Pink Out football game. The event recognized October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Crab Mania Calhoun vs Tuloso-Midway

October 28, 2026

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Calhoun's David Varela (6) kicks an extra point during the Sandcrabs' Oct. 23 home game against Tuloso-Midway as a teammate holds the ball.

Sandcrabs roll past Tuloso-Midway 34-6

October 28, 2026

Calhoun scores 34 first-half points, gets defensive touchdowns in district winCalhoun scored 34 unanswered points in the first half, including two...

Members of the Calhoun High School marching band take the field during the Sandcrabs’ game against Beeville Jones, bringing music and school spirit to the matchup.

Calhoun vs. Beeville Jones

October 21, 2026

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