Austin County News

Two Houston suspects were arrested in Austin County on multiple felony charges tied to statewide jugging crimes...

Austin County EEA celebrated member milestones, installed new officers, and reflected on its long history of education and service during the 2025 Awards Banquet...

The Austin County Job Fair & Career Expo on September 16, 2025, in Sealy will connect local employers with job seekers to strengthen the community workforce...

Two suspects were arrested in Weimar on August 28, 2025, after law enforcement executed felony warrants leading to serious potential prison sentences if convicted...

P-TECH schools give students the chance to earn a free associate degree, gain hands-on career experience, and graduate ready for college or the workforce...

Austin County growers excelled at the 2024 Texas State Pecan Show, earning top honors while showcasing the importance of Texas pecan growers and their statewide association...

The Bluebonnet Master Gardener Association will host its Annual Fruit & Citrus Tree Sale and Fall Horticulture Seminar on August 29, 2025, in Sealy...

Austin County’s young 4-H members have been hard at work documenting their project achievements, leadership roles, and community service through the annual Austin County 4-H Record Book Contest. This event recognizes members’ dedication by allowing...

Seven new bills advancing in the U.S. House aim to improve veterans’ benefits, from simplifying VA communications to enhancing survivor support, education access, and health care...

Austin County hay producers are invited to submit forage samples for free testing ahead of the 2025 Hay Show on October 3...

Texas public schools must ban student cell phone use during the school day starting September 1, 2025, under HB 1481...

Cat Spring VFD volunteers trained in rescue airbag use and vehicle stabilization techniques to prepare for serious accident scenarios...

Austin County EMS partners with expert Tim Phalen to offer free, hands-on ECG and STEMI training for first responders in Sealy and Mont Belvieu...

Austin County 4-H youth honed their culinary and leadership skills this summer through hands-on food and nutrition workshops, gearing up for fall competitions...

Traffic stop leads to the arrest of a Houston man and the discovery of approximately $670,000 worth of cocaine hidden in a car battery...

Updated 2025 training dates announced for Private Applicator licensing in Austin County...

Austin County hay producers are encouraged to submit forage samples for free analysis ahead of the 2025 Hay Show...

Austin County continues its feral hog bounty program to combat invasive species with help from local experts and community involvement...

Authorities seek public assistance identifying a suspect connected to multiple identity theft and credit fraud cases in Austin County and beyond...

This story will be updated as more information becomes available. 6pm - update On Saturday, July 19, 2025, at approximately 1:32 PM, a Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper initiated a pursuit that concluded in the area of Lazy River and Bartlett...

From Greg Mikel, Austin County Precinct 1 Commissioner: Please be advised that the Mill Creek Bridge on Mill Creek Road will be closed to all traffic starting Monday, July 21, 2025, through Monday, August 4, 2025. The closure is necessary for the...