The Facts

12/24/2025

Beatrice Jackson had a simple answer when asked how she felt about turning 100.

12/24/2025

Families looking for something to do during the holiday break found relief from cabin fever this week at The Center for the Arts and Sciences through its annual Cure for the Christmas Chaos program.

Families looking for something to do during the holiday break found relief from cabin fever this week at The Center for the Arts and Sciences through its annual Cure for

12/24/2025

Caffeine! Rise & Grind Coffee has you covered. Their staff is serving up yummy drinks in a beautiful setting. Facts advertising director Cindy Cornette gives it two thumbs up!

Check out any of The Facts’ Shop Local Shop Strong businesses, take a photo with your purchase and upload it to our photo gallery for a chance to win $1,000 in gift cards to a participating business. Thank you to gallery sponsor Brazos Woods Veterinary Clinic and Grand Prize Sponsor Freeport LNG!

12/24/2025

POLICE BEAT: Freeport man charged with armed threat; traffic stop leads to arrest

FREEPORT

12/24/2025

“They built that confidence, and now it’s a matter of just believing. That any time we put on that B’wood Buc jersey, we can compete with anybody.”

Brazoswood enjoying turnaround season with influx of young talent.

Senior guard Kaden Solis, a gifted sophomore class and better commitment to defense are leading Brazoswood in its best season since 2019.

12/24/2025

Angleton ISD trustees discussed commissioning a baseline voter survey to better understand why residents last month voted down the district’s bond request to replace three aging schools.

Angleton ISD trustees reviewed a proposal to survey bond election voters to learn why the measure failed, but did not move forward with approval.

12/24/2025

City Council members voted to appoint Shirley Sharrock-Archuleta as city secretary, replacing Amanda Davenport, who served in the role for 11 years. Davenport is set to retire Dec. 31.

SURFSIDE BEACH — While most people are looking to fill out their wish lists in the days before Christmas, Surfside Beach had an important item on its to-do list to

12/24/2025

“Cam works extremely hard. When you work the way he does, it will pay off. It may not happen right away, but when you play the way he did (Sunday), there’s a reason for it.”

Titans QB Cam Ward hitting stride, setting records as season nears close.

Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward owns the franchise mark for most passing yards in a season by a rookie and continues to find a consistent groove on the field.

12/24/2025

For owners Drew and Becka Ryder, the storm peeled away not only the roof of their longtime On the River restaurant, but also a sense of normalcy built over decades.

12/23/2025

Authorities are investigating a crash on Highway 332 that sent a vehicle into shallow water and left one driver hospitalized and under investigation for impaired driving.

FREEPORT — Authorities are investigating a crash on Highway 332 that sent a vehicle into shallow water and left one driver hospitalized and under investigation for impaired driving.

12/23/2025

City buildings and schools are expected to be safer after Danbury City Council approved new ordinances and agreements.

The board approved incorporating the 2018 international code, appointed new councilman Otha Meador, and approved a mutual aid agreement to protect schools.

12/23/2025

Need some last-minute staples for your holiday meals? Citi Grocer in Freeport is a Shop Local Shop Strong business! This family-owned business has lots of options and fresh produce.

Check out any of The Facts’ Shop Local Shop Strong businesses, take a photo with your purchase and upload it to our photo gallery for a chance to win $1,000 in gift cards to a participating business. Thank you to gallery sponsor Brazos Woods Veterinary Clinic and Grand Prize Sponsor Freeport LNG!