Three Wharton High School graduates have become the first students from the school’s graduating cosmetology class to earn Texas Cosmetology Operator licenses, with all three passing their state board exams on their first attempt.
Public records obtained by Wharton Post provide a deeper look at Wharton’s 14 Flock cameras, including arrests, stolen-vehicle cases, documented plate misreads, authorized access and questions about a DPS agreement containing a three-year minimum data-retention provision unless shortened.
TEA has issued Wharton ISD an escalated intervention notice after two campuses reached three consecutive unacceptable ratings, opening the possibility of a state-appointed conservator.
Wharton is proposing a lower property tax rate for FY 2026-27 after a 5% water and sewer rate increase failed Monday. Council separately approved a 3.84% GFL garbage rate increase.
Wharton residents could face a 5% increase in water and sewer charges under the city’s proposed 2026–27 budget.
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El Campo will host a Governor’s Small Business Summit on Oct. 15, offering resources, expert advice and networking opportunities for area entrepreneurs.
EL CAMPO — Former El Campo Ricebird Carson Whitington is preparing to open his final season of college football as Sam Houston’s projected starting long snapper — and he enters the year with national recognition. Whitington, an El Campo native who wears No. 46 for the Bearkats, has been named to the 2026 Patrick Mannelly Award Watch List, placing him among just 20 long snappers nationwide selected for consideration for the award. He is also projected to start at long snapper when Sam Houston opens its 2026 season Saturday, Sept. 5, on the road against Troy in Troy, Alabama. The…
El Campo native Rueben Owens II prepares to begin his senior season as Texas A&M opens its 2026 schedule against Missouri State.
El Campo City Council will consider a proposed smoke shop on North Mechanic Street, changes to mobile food vendor regulations, a five-year solid waste contract and an update on the city’s proposed property tax rate during its Aug. 24 meeting.
Public records obtained by Wharton Post provide details about El Campo’s eight Flock license plate reader cameras, including their approval, funding, data retention and police policies governing the technology.
Texas Education Agency’s accountability overviewfor Wharton Independent School District shows the district received an overall “F” accountability rating under the state’s A–F accountability system. The ratings are based on measurements including student achievement, school progress, and closing academic gaps.
Texas Education Agency’s accountability overview for El Campo Independent School District shows the district received an overall “B” accountability rating under the state’s A–F accountability system. The ratings are based on measurements including student achievement, school progress, and closing academic gaps.
Texas Education Agency’s accountability overview for East Bernard Independent School District shows the district received an overall “B” accountability rating under the state’s A–F accountability system. The ratings are based on measurements including student achievement, school progress, and closing academic gaps.
Texas Education Agency’s accountability overview for Boling Independent School District shows the district received an overall “C” accountability rating under the state’s A–F accountability system. The ratings are based on measurements including student achievement, school progress, and closing academic gaps.
Texas Education Agency’s accountability overview for Louise Independent School District shows the district received an overall “B” accountability rating under the state’s A–F accountability system. The ratings are based on measurements including student achievement, school progress, and closing academic gaps.
The Wharton County Freedom Fest is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Wharton County Courthouse.
The event is planned as a celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Additional details, including activities, entertainment, vendors, and sponsorship opportunities, are expected to be announced closer to the event.
Event Details
Information based on announcements from the Wharton Chamber of Commerce and Wharton County Freedom Fest organizers.
