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Long time Pct. 4 Chief Clerk indicted, surrenders
Posted on February 2nd, 2012
By Johnny Griffin, Editor
Karen Mize, former Austin County Pct. 4 Chief Clerk, was indicted by an Austin County Grand Jury on Jan. 23, of Theft by Public Servant, $100K-$200K. Mize, accompanied by legal Counsel Carl Clover, of Sealy, surrendered at the Austin County Jail on Wednesday, Jan. 25.
Bond was set at $50,000 and Mize was subsequently released on a Personal Recognizance Bond.
Mize had been suspended without pay on Oct. 27, 2011, by Austin County Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 Dennis King as the result of an independent audit of county finances that began earlier in the year. The audits began after discrepancies were found in the timely filing and paying of payroll taxes from the County Auditor’s office.
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Brazos fans are getting “Cougar Ready”
Posted on August 26th, 2011
The Brazos Elementary and Middle Schools are getting Cougar Ready headed by BES Principal Ian Supak.
Brazos ISD is pleased to announce the introduction of Cougar Ready Nights for students of Brazos Elementary School and Brazos Middle School.
The way it works is simple. Every Brazos Elementary and Middle School student will have the chance to attend a game with a parent, absolutely free. For each grade level, passes will be distributed that will admit the student and one parent to that grade’s scheduled Cougar Ready home game.
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Search for Dyer continues
Posted on August 22nd, 2011
The search is now in Fort Bend County for former Marine Charles Dyer, a 31-year-old man from Oklahoma, who had been scheduled to go on trial in Oklahoma last week on charges he raped a 7-year-old girl, but failed to show for his court date.
The search by the FBI was in Austin County, specifically in the San Felipe/Frydek area since the weekend.
According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, the hunt for Charles Dyer is now north of Wallis towards Orchard in Fort Bend County. There are still seven units out canvasing the area. According to reports, a man fitting the description of the suspect, knocked on the door of one house and asked for a ride. He was turned away. He then went to another house and was turned away again. He was last seen walking down the tracks next to Highway 36 toward Rosenberg.
Please call 9-1-1 or 1-800-CALLFBI with any information you may have.
Katelyn Miller to begin selling fair tickets Aug. 17
Posted on August 12th, 2011
Austin County Fair Queen candidates may begin selling tickets Wednesday, Aug. 17 for the Austin County Fair, Oct. 12-16 in Bellville.
Brazos High School senior Katelyn Miller is a Fair candidate and will be sponsored by the Wallis News-Review. An active member of 4-H and exhibitor at the Austin County Fair since the age of 8, Katelyn will be showing a pen of rabbits and a heifer at this year’s fair.
Fair tickets will be available for purchase on Wednesday at the News office or by calling Katelyn at 979-618-1424 or 979-997-2107 or email to katelynskrazes@gmail.com.
Candidates are required to sell at least $1,500 worth of advance gate season tickets or Passports to Fun.
The Austin County Fair Queen is an official representative of the Fair and shall act as hostess at all fair functions. She is also designated as a representative of Austin County to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
The Austin County Fair Queen and Ticket Queen will receive a scholarship of $1,500 each upon entering college or a trade school. Fair Queen Runner-Up and Ticket Queen Runner-Up will each receive a $1000 scholarship. In addition, all girls who sell over $2500 of advance tickets will receive a $50 gift.
The Fair Queen Pageant will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 13.
For more information, please contact Angela Hoppe at 979-885-8915 or the Fair Office at 979-865-5995 or visit www.austincountyfair.com.
Busy afternoon for Orchard firefighters
Posted on August 12th, 2011
WNR photo by Johnny Griffin
Scorched earth and fire-damaged trees were the result of an illegal trash fire on Penny Lake Drive last week. Quick response of local volunteer firefighters prevented serious damage to any structures.
By Johnny Griffin, Editor
Area firefighters led by Orchard Volunteer Fire Department had a busy afternoon on Thursday, Aug. 4. Orchard VFD responded to three grass fires and was assisted by Wallis VFD and Beasley VFD at the largest fire which was also the final fire of the day.
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Wallis resident arrested on indecency charges
Posted on August 12th, 2011
Austin County Sheriff’s Office (ASCO) investigators took action resulting from a complaint concerning indecency with a child by sexual contact with the arrest of Thomas Ellerbe at 6863 Austin St. in Wallis on Friday, Aug. 5. Ellerbe was charged with Indecency with a Child by Sexual Contact and transported to the Austin County Jail in Bellville. Ellerbe remains in the Austin County Jail with a bond of $75,000.
The investigation into this crime has led ACSO to believe there may be more victims. Anyone with any information or questions should contact ACSO Investigator David Moseley at 979-885-4116, option 1.
The investigation remains open at this time.
Locks of Love donation
Posted on July 21st, 2011
Grace Kruzel, 7-year-old granddaughter of Johnny and Joanie Griffin, donated 12 inches of hair to Locks of Love. Grace has been waiting for her hair to grow long enough to donate and last week was finally able to do it. Grace and her family live in Okinawa, Japan.
Felony charges result from recent fatal car crash on SH 36
Posted on June 25th, 2011
On May 15, Texas Department of Safety Trooper J. West obtained a warrant for the arrest of Leonard B. Pickron, 22, of Sealy, for, Murder, First Degree Felony, in connection to his actions which caused the death of Mauranda Jackson, 45, of Sealy on May 10.
Pickron, was the passenger in the 2007 Black Ford, pickup, driven by Jackson. The crash occurred in the 7700 block of Hwy 36 South on May 10, at approximately 8 a.m.
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Wallis Cemetery recognized as Historic Texas Cemetery
Posted on June 25th, 2011
WNR photo by Johnny Griffin
Donald Marek, left, a director of the Wallis Cemetery Association and member of the Austin County Historical Society and Annie Mae Korenek, President of the Wallis Cemetery Association are pictured at the unveiling of the marker and dedication of the Wallis Cemetery as a Historic Texas Cemetery.
Wallis Cemetery Association Director Donald Marek, who is also with the Austin County Historical Society, conducted the ceremonies for the dedication and recognition as a Texas Historic Cemetery for the Wallis Cemetery.
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Sealybration coming soon
Posted on June 25th, 2011
When we think of the summer-time in Texas, we think of great weekends spending time with family, outdoor entertaining, playing in the sun and listening to some live tunes. And, the great thing about being in Texas during the summertime is the Sealybration in the Town of Sealy. This patriotic-themed event unites the local community and surrounding areas by promoting a family-filled weekend and showcasing our patriotism by portraying the beloved Red, White and Blue. The Sealybration will be held at the BP&W Park, 1008 Main Street in Sealy running from Friday, July 8 through Sunday, July 10. (more…)
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