The Bellville City Council met for a special session on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:30 pm at the Bellville City Hall’s Council Chambers to discuss the business of the city. The following video is of that meeting.
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Molly Keck, an entomologist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, shares invaluable insights with aspiring beekeepers in San Antonio, addressing challenges from pollen-patty-eating beetles to the effect of overcast weather on bee behavior. Their enthusiasm reflects a statewide surge in beekeeping sparked by a 2012 Texas law granting property tax cuts to landowners who keep bees, underscoring the vital role these tiny pollinators play in agricultural ecosystems and the innovative solutions emerging in the beekeeping community. Despite facing hurdles like disease management and habitat loss, the beekeeping boom offers hope, bolstered by dedicated professionals like Gary Barber, whose tireless efforts to maintain hives across the state are supported by the transformative policy change.
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Join the Blinn College District in celebrating the triumphant return of the 2024 national champion Blinn College baseball team to the Brenham Campus on Monday, June 3rd. Fresh off their historic victory at the Junior College World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado, the Buccaneers will be welcomed back at Leroy Dreyer Field at 5 p.m., where fans are encouraged to sport their blue and white attire in support. Under the guidance of Head Coach Dusty Hart, the team’s first-ever national title marks a monumental achievement in Buccaneer baseball history, solidifying their legacy with a remarkable 93-32 record over two seasons.
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Travis Gilliam was arrested by Bellville PD and Austin County SO for multiple outstanding warrants, including assault and burglary charges stemming from recent break-ins at local businesses. Gilliam, apprehended during a joint operation, faces charges ranging from Assault Family Violence to Burglary of a Building, following incidents at Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy and the Texaco Food Court. The arrest follows public assistance sought by Bellville PD, leading to Gilliam’s identification and subsequent booking into Austin County Jail.
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Blinn College’s baseball team clinched its first NJCAA Division I Baseball championship with a resounding 12-5 victory over Northwest Florida State, sealing a remarkable season of perseverance and determination. Led by pitcher Lucas Davenport’s outstanding performance, the Buccaneers overcame early challenges to dominate the field, with standout players like Tanner Reaves and Cade Climie leaving an indelible mark on the tournament’s record books. Head coach Dusty Hart praised his team’s resilience and character, marking a historic milestone in Blinn College’s storied athletic legacy.
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