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It’s official: The University of Houston-Victoria soon will become Texas A&M University–Victoria, the 12th university in The Texas A&M University System. Following the end of the governor’s signing period, the A&M System today announced the historic transition — a move years in the making and backed by overwhelming legislative support.As...
In a transformative step towards a sustainable energy future, the Victoria County Navigation District (Port of Victoria) proudly announces a long-term lease agreement with Green Energy Origin (GEO) for approximately 21 acres at the Port of Victoria’s North Site. This partnership will enable the immediate construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing...
Plans for a large new plastics plant on the Gulf Coast of Texas crept forward on Tuesday evening when officials at a small, rural school district moved to enter into tax break negotiations with ExxonMobil, the project developer.The Calhoun County Independent School District board voted unanimously at a public hearing...
Vistra Corp. has announced plans to repower the Coleto Creek Power Plant in Goliad County as a gas-fueled plant.The coal-fired Coleto Creek Power Plant is scheduled to shut down in 2027 in compliance with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rules.According to a May 30 news release, the company plans to produce...
The Goliad Massacre, the tragic termination of the Goliad Campaign of 1836, is of all the episodes of the Texas Revolution the most infamous. Though not as salient as the battle of the Alamo, the massacre immeasurably garnered support for the cause against Mexico both within Texas and in the...
Goliad is one of the few places in North America where you can visit an 18th-century Spanish-Colonial mission and presidio (fort) complex. See how the Catholic Church and the Spanish military helped settle the New World.Read it here.
This unique event offers birding enthusiasts the rare opportunity to explore a variety of exclusive locations that are typically off-limits to the public. Join us for guided tours, expert-led workshops, and a chance to witness the diverse avian species that make this region a birding paradise. Whether you’re a seasoned...
The Gulf Coast of Texas has a vibe that is completely different from the big cities of the state, and it's well worth exploring the dichotomy. While Austin, Houston, and San Antonio bustle with populations in the millions and skyscrapers in development, it's the part of Texas sitting along the...
Port Lavaca Bird Sanctuary, a highlight of the Calhoun Loop on the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, is a must-visit destination for birding enthusiasts on the Texas Gulf Coast.This loop, situated around the scenic town of Port Lavaca, offers a variety of habitats that attract diverse bird species throughout the...
Each year, thousands of travelers head to one of the dozens of beach towns that dot Texas‘s 350 miles of coastline. Surfers gravitate toward Galveston, spring breakers head to South Padre Island, and families with small children love Corpus Christi. The coastal town of Port Lavaca, however, hides under the...
Great birding opportunities abound throughout the coastal community of Port Lavaca, making it a favored destination for birders expanding their “life” lists. Port Lavaca’s Formosa Wetlands Walkway and Alcoa Birding Tower along the Lavaca Bay shores provide an easy and relaxed way to become familiar with the region’s wetland and...
A New York–based startup that sailed what it says was the first ammonia-powered vessel announced Wednesday that it has raised $56 million in new venture funding.Amogy, which was founded by three Massachusetts Institute of Technology PhD graduates, aims to help decarbonize sectors like maritime shipping that are viewed as more...
The Caterpillar Inc. manufacturing facility in Victoria produced its 500th super large hydraulic excavator a significant achievement for the company and its local plant.The super large hydraulic excavators are the largest Caterpillar manufactures. The Victoria facility has produced them for approximately the past four years.“It’s a great milestone for our...
VictTec LLC held the grand opening ceremony of their new facility at 7207 Lone Tree Road in the Lone Tree II Industrial Park on Monday, September 16, 2024. The new 67,000 SF development represents a $12.5 million capital investment and the creation of 49 new jobs.VictTec LLC , jointly funded...
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Yu Dawei, Chairman and General Manager of Yantai Dongxing Group Co., Ltd. (Dongxing), and Russell Dempsey, Chairman of the Victoria Sales Tax Development Corporation, signed a Letter of Intent to purchase 7.5 acres in the Lone Tree II Industrial Park for their plans to develop a $40 million facility and...