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Austin County Increases Over-65 Property Tax Exemption to $75,000
Austin County Commissioners Court voted to increase the over-65 homestead exemption from $50,000 to $75,000, delivering more property tax relief for local seniors. Learn how the change works and what it means for 2026-27 taxes.
Sealy
![Sealy Police Department Building Declared Emergency Due to Major Water Damage from AC Failure [VIDEO]](https://i2.wp.com/austincountynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Sealy-Police-Department.jpg?w=627&resize=627,376&ssl=1 "Sealy Police Department Building Declared Emergency Due to Major Water Damage from AC Failure [VIDEO]")
Sealy Police Department Building Declared Emergency Due to Major Water Damage from AC Failure [VIDEO]
The Sealy City Council held an emergency meeting Monday evening, June 22, 2026, to address a serious Sealy police AC failure that caused extensive water damage throughout the Police Department facility.
Bellville
Bellville Man Arrested on Two Counts of Online Solicitation of a Minor
A Bellville man has been arrested on two felony counts of Online Solicitation of a Minor following an investigation by the Bellville Police Department.
Wallis, Industry, New Ulm, San Felipe
Wallis Traffic Stop Leads to Felony Drug Charges
A June 24 traffic stop in Wallis resulted in the arrest of a Plano man on multiple felony drug charges after officers allegedly discovered marijuana, THC products and drug paraphernalia.
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Livestock Theft Suspect Arrested in Waller County
A Waller County resident wanted on five felony livestock theft warrants tied to investigations in multiple Texas counties has been arrested following a coordinated law enforcement operation.
โHello! Can You Hear Me?โ Robocall Scam
A look at the โHello! Can you hear me?โ robocall scam, how it works, and what callers are really trying to get from you.
More Than 400,000 Kit Kats Stolen in Europe During Transit
A shipment of more than 400,000 Kit Kat bars disappeared during transit in Europe, drawing attention to a growing cargo theft problem.
![The Global World Order Is Collapsing- And It’s Much Bigger Than Trump [VIDEO]](https://i2.wp.com/austincountynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/global.png?w=150&resize=150,150&ssl=1 "The Global World Order Is Collapsing- And It’s Much Bigger Than Trump [VIDEO]")
Blinn’s Bid For Second National Championship Falls Short As Johnson County Claims Title
The Blinn College baseball team’s pursuit of a second national championship came up just...
The Internet Archive: Preserving Digital History
A look at the Internet Archive, the nonprofit digital library preserving websites, books, software, videos and other cultural records for future generations.
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Agriculture Alert System Helps Texans Stay Informed
A new statewide email alert system from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension will notify Texans about agricultural pests, diseases, quarantines and other threats affecting the state's agriculture and natural resources.
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday Safely This Fourth of July
As Americans celebrate the nation's 250th birthday this Fourth of July, local and state safety partners are reminding Texans to make responsible driving choices and help keep the holiday safe for everyone.
Oil Prices Surge as Iran War Disrupts Strait of Hormuz Traffic
Global oil prices surged and then fluctuated sharply as conflict involving Iran disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for the worldโs oil supply.
Bed Bug Prevention: How to Identify, Avoid, and Stop Infestations
Tips for identifying bed bugs, avoiding them while traveling, and preventing infestations at home.
![The Forgotten Pivot – When Keeping What You Earn Became Radical [VIDEO]](https://i3.wp.com/austincountynewsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/taxes.png?w=627&resize=627,376&ssl=1 "The Forgotten Pivot – When Keeping What You Earn Became Radical [VIDEO]")
The Forgotten Pivot – When Keeping What You Earn Became Radical [VIDEO]
The 1913 income tax, born from the 16th Amendment, ended Americaโs founding principle that your labor belongs to you first, hereโs the primary-source proof that one year rewrote the entire social contract.
