Austin County Commissioners Court – February 10, 2025
The Austin County, Texas Commissioners Court met on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 9am at the Austin...
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Author: Greg Stuessel
Bellville Business Owner Arrested: Faces Felony Charges
Bellville Treats owner Joseph “Joe” Jamil Daaboul was arrested on multiple charges, including possession of controlled substances and child pornography. Due to the nature of the material, one charge has been enhanced to a second-degree felony, increasing potential penalties.
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Annalee Epps, Our Current Watershed Coordinator Extension Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife
In this episode of Hello Austin County, Annalee Epps, a Texas A&M AgriLife extension specialist, discusses watershed management, pollution prevention, and community efforts to protect Mill Creek’s water quality.
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Cowboy Szymanski – Phenix Knives in Bellville, Texas
In this episode of Hello Austin County, Shelley Stuessel-Brian interviews Cowboy Szymanski, the owner of Phenix Knives in Bellville, Texas, about his 27-year journey as a bladesmith. Cowboy shares how he transformed Bellville’s historic 1891 blacksmith shop into a thriving hub for knife-making, hands-on workshops, and community engagement before expanding to a larger facility. He also discusses the Texas Select Custom Cutlery Event, his passion for teaching, and the future of Phenix Knives as a landmark for craftsmanship and tradition.
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Waller County Inmate Escapes Custody at Bellville Hospital; Manhunt Underway
A Waller County inmate escaped custody at Bellville Hospital shortly after 7 p.m., prompting an extensive manhunt. The individual, described as a Hispanic male with red hair, tattoos, and wearing an orange shirt with Lujan pants and blue jeans, was not handcuffed during the escape. Authorities, including K-9 units, drones, and a DPS helicopter, are actively searching for the fugitive and urge residents to report any sightings.
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