Author: Greg Stuessel

Austin County Commissioners Discuss SB 22 Funding for Law Enforcement and Prosecutor’s Offices [VIDEO]

Austin County Commissioners Discuss SB 22 Funding for Law Enforcement and Prosecutor’s Offices [VIDEO]

Jun 26, 2024 |

At the June 24, 2024, Austin County Commissioners Court meeting, officials discussed the allocation of $175,000 from Senate Bill 22 to supplement salaries in the District Attorney’s office. This grant, part of a state initiative to support rural law enforcement, must be fully utilized within the current fiscal year to avoid returning unused funds to the state. The county aims to ensure compliance with state guidelines while maintaining competitive salaries to retain and attract qualified personnel.

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Austin County SRT Executes Successful Narcotics Operation in Columbus, Texas

Austin County SRT Executes Successful Narcotics Operation in Columbus, Texas

Jun 26, 2024 | ,

On June 24th, the Austin County Regional Special Response Team executed an operation in Columbus, Texas, resulting in the arrest of Eric Belmonte for narcotics-related charges. A search of Belmonte’s residence led to the seizure of multiple illegal substances and U.S. currency. The operation was a collaborative effort involving multiple local law enforcement agencies and the DEA.

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Bellville City Council – June 18, 2024

Bellville City Council – June 18, 2024

Jun 24, 2024 |

The Bellville City Council met on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at the Bellville City Hall To discuss the business of the city. The first meeting was the meeting of the planning and zoning followed directly by the city council meeting. The following video is of those meetings.

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Chocolate Prices Set to Surge Amid Cocoa Supply Crisis [VIDEO]

Chocolate Prices Set to Surge Amid Cocoa Supply Crisis [VIDEO]

Jun 20, 2024 |

Chocolate prices are set to rise sharply as cocoa costs soar past $11,000 per ton due to Federal Reserve policies, speculative trading, and adverse weather in West Africa. Despite previous hedging efforts, companies like Nestlé will increase prices, impacting consumers. Long-term investments in cocoa farming aim to stabilize supply, but product composition may change to adapt to higher costs.

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