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Tornado touches down in Victoria
The funnel cloud is said to have touched down between 2 to 2:30 p.m. the shopping center located in the 9000 block of North Navarro Street.
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Christie's to offer one of the most significant works by surrealist artist Leonora Carrington
On May 29 and 30, Christie's Latin American Sale will offer an outstanding selection of over 300 lots from some of the region's most prominent modern and contemporary masters.
13 hrs ago | The Victoria Advocate
Thumbs-up, thumbs-down; it's your choice
Two thumbs-up to Ann Harithas for bringing "Art Car Victoria at The Nave" to Victoria for all of us to enjoy! Thumbs-up to John and Dianna Zimmer for making and decorating 700 beautiful crosses, which were given to each wounded warrior attending Warrior's Weekend at Port O'Connor. Thumbs-down to the liberals' thought process that allows them to ... (more)
TxDOT keeps watch over 323 Victoria County bridges
In 2010, TxDOT signed $320.4 million in contracts to replace or rehabilitate 275 on-system bridges and an additional $60.1 million in contracts to replace or rehabilitate 155 off-system bridges.
'Return to Honor' returns to Victoria
The documentary is the story behind Warrior's Weekend, the Field of Honor and the importance of honoring the men and women who have served in the military - especially those who have been wounded.
Week's events honor emergency responders
Steven Stolle, 23, of Falls City, front, and Michael Belt, back, pulls out the stretcher in the newest ambulance in the Victoria Fire Department which is part of Station 5 in Victoria.
After running a red light Tuesday evening, an uninsured Victorian sent himself and two other Victoria residents to a hospital.
Advocate Editorial Board opinion: Break is time for more than just vacation
Summer is on the way. Temperatures are well into the 80s, and the school year is drawing to a close.
Veterans groups to gather to honor fallen troops
Members of Victoria County veterans organizations will pay homage to their fallen brothers and sisters Monday during the annual Memorial Day program at DeLeon Plaza in downtown Victoria.
Bob grins while preparing burgers at Trade Days and promoting Cyndi B.'s
Cyndi Bird loves Calvert and she loves telling folks about her city. She loves the history, regality and fun that Calvert provides and wants to share that enthusiasm she has for her town with those who visit.
A 23-year-old Victoria man by officers Monday on suspicion of possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone.
Summer loving: 38 reasons to love summer in the Crossroads
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer to most people. School is out. The weather is warming up.
Victoria woman killed in collision 'lived to give'
Despite her wishes, the 64-year-old's death in a crash Friday night remains a massive heartache for those who knew her, especially because the man who ended her life is suspected of drunken driving.
4 Victoria City Council members may have violated open meetings law
When Victoria's top elected official called it quits, David Hagan, Victoria mayor pro-tem, thought he'd hear about it from the man himself.
As superintendent of schools for the Victoria Independent School District, I have the privilege to experience the "power of our people" on a daily basis.
Two arrested after Walgreens robbery
Two Victoria residents were arrested early Saturday morning and accused of robbing the Walgreens on Airline Road and Navarro Street.
At least one person was killed late Friday night after a crash on Mockingbird Lane at Main Street in Victoria.
Victoria men indicted on aggravated robbery charges
Two Victoria men who police say are responsible for a string of convenience store robberies earlier this year were indicted Thursday.
Gun smoke on the mean streets of Ilfracombe...
Members of the Boots and Saddles Club as the Earp brothers unloading some lead on the notorious Clanton gang in a re-enactment of the gunfight at the OK Corral.
Seminole Springs Antique Rose and Herb Farm sponsors Spring Festival
For the 16th year, Seminole Springs Antique Roses and Herb Farm will put out an array of butterfly-loving perennials and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the free Spring Festival.