Category: Bellville
Bellville High School Track Team Shines at District Meet
The Bellville High School track team excelled at the district meet, with several athletes and relay teams qualifying for the Area meet. Led by standout performances from DJ Sanders, Zamarion Thomas, and Allyson Skeen, the Brahma and Brahmanette athletes showcased their talent and determination on the track and in the field. They now look ahead to the upcoming meet, aiming to continue their success and advance further in the competition.
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Beware of Scams: Bellville Residents Urged to Stay Vigilant Following Storm Damage
Following the recent storm, Bellville residents are cautioned against door-to-door solicitors claiming to be roofing companies. The Bellville Police Department reminds residents that all solicitors must have a permit, which can be verified by calling 979-865-3111. Additionally, local insurance companies advise residents to verify the identity of anyone claiming to be an adjuster and to contact their insurance company directly if in doubt.
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Bellville Turnverein Pavilion Receives Excellence in Historic Architecture Award from Texas Historical Commission
The Bellville Turnverein Pavilion has been awarded the Excellence in Historic Architecture Award by the Texas Historical Commission. Built in 1897, this 12-sided dance and social hall underwent a sensitive restoration, preserving its historic character while introducing modern technology like hidden air conditioning units. The award recognizes the pavilion’s exemplary contribution to preserving Texas’ architectural heritage.
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High-Speed Chase Ends in Arrest of Stolen Vehicle Suspect in Bellville, TX
A high-speed chase in Bellville, TX, ended in the arrest of Rami Idrissou of Katy, who was driving a stolen vehicle. Austin County Sheriff’s deputies, along with Bellville Police, pursued Idrissou through the town and onto Hwy 159 E, where he ultimately wrecked the vehicle in Hempstead, TX, and was taken into custody. Assisted by several law enforcement agencies, Idrissou was charged with Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Evading Arrest, and Theft of a Motor Vehicle.
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Chandler Wahrmund Presents Fanthorp Inn’s Legacy at Bellville Historical Society’s February Meeting [VIDEO]
At the Bellville Historical Society’s February Meeting, educator Chandler Wahrmund highlighted the historic Fanthorp Inn in Anderson, Texas, which recently underwent restoration. Dating back 190 years to when Henry Fanthorp married Rachel, the inn served as a vital hub for travelers like Abel Beardsley, whose letters detail life there in the 1850s. Closed for renovations since September, the inn plans a grand reopening in October, offering events like butter churning and celebrations of historical milestones.
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- Bellville News
Bellville High School Track Team Shines at District Meet
The Bellville High School track team excelled at the district meet, with several athletes and relay teams qualifying for the Area meet. Led by standout performances from DJ Sanders, Zamarion Thomas, and Allyson Skeen, the Brahma and Brahmanette athletes showcased their talent and determination on the track and in the field. They now look ahead to the upcoming meet, aiming to continue their success and advance further in the competition.
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