Austin County News

The Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association will host an Open House in Bellville on January 8, 2026, to introduce its upcoming horticulture training program...

A multi-agency narcotics investigation led to the arrest of a 44-year-old man in Columbus following the execution of search and arrest warrants at a motel on State Highway 71...

Winners have been announced for the 2025 Austin County Pecan Show, highlighting top pecan growers and varieties following judging in Bellville...

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is urging producers to inspect pastures statewide after a newly detected invasive pasture mealybug was confirmed in multiple Texas counties...

A spotlight on Milheim 4-H member Teaghan Eckelberg, highlighting her leadership, service, achievements, and future goals in agriculture...

A look at how Protection4Paws equips police K9 teams with lifesaving tools, closing critical safety gaps for working dogs and their handlers...

The “Well Families” program in Bellville equips grandparents with practical tools, parenting strategies and communication skills to strengthen family health and support the growing number of Texas grandparents raising grandchildren...

A traffic stop on I-10 in Austin County led to the seizure of 200 kilograms of crystal meth worth over $10 million, highlighting the region’s ongoing battle with meth trafficking...

A driver wanted on a parole violation fled from a traffic stop in Wallis, leading to a multi-agency search that remains ongoing...

Texas officials warn of an EHV-1 outbreak linked to the WPRA Finals in Waco and urge horse owners to take immediate biosecurity precautions...

Holiday Hold’em is a free six-week Texas A&M AgriLife wellness program designed to help people maintain their weight and stay healthy during the holiday season...

Blue Santa began when police officers noticed that some families in their communities were struggling to afford holiday gifts or even basic food. Wanting to help, they stepped in to bridge that gap—gathering toys, food, and essentials to make the...

A spotlight on Austin County 4-H member Paisley Miller, highlighting her leadership, achievements, and future goals in agriculture...

A detailed weekly cattle market update showing strong regional prices across Industry, Brenham, Edna, and Columbus, with many classes outperforming national trends...

Texas Parks and Wildlife is proposing to expand antlerless deer “doe days” from 4 to 16 days in 21 counties, including Austin County, beginning with the 2026–27 season and is seeking public input through a series of scoping meetings...

C.A.S.T. for Kids will host its annual Camp Journey event in Bellville, offering a free day of fishing and fun for children with special needs and their families...

A 20-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with a Fayette County shooting that left one man seriously injured in the Clear Lake Pines Subdivision near Winchester...

The Austin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the vandalism of the historic Concord Cemetery near Kenney, Texas, where eight tombstones were damaged or destroyed, causing nearly $96,000 in losses and prompting a community call for information...

The Austin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a felony mail theft near Kathy’s Korner and asks for public help, noting that even a grainy image could hold a clue...

Austin County voters showed strong support for all 17 state constitutional amendments and approved Sealy ISD’s bond measure in the November 4, 2025 election...

The Fall 2025 Soil Testing Campaign in Austin and Colorado Counties offers discounted soil analysis to help producers improve forage, hay, and crop production through better nutrient management...