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08/21/2026

📸 PHOTO OF THE WEEK — BACK TO SCHOOL
Thank you, Calhoun County families, for sharing your back‑to‑school moments. With so many great submissions, selecting a single photo wasn’t possible — so this week, we’re featuring them all.

Enjoy the reel, and best wishes for a successful school year to all CCISD students.

The Port Lavaca Wave is sharing a few new Letters to the Editor addressing community concerns surrounding Synergyn and i...
08/21/2026

The Port Lavaca Wave is sharing a few new Letters to the Editor addressing community concerns surrounding Synergyn and its operations.

Read the full article in the latest edition of the Port Lavaca Wave on newsstands today or click the link in the comments below.

📌Letters to the Editor Policy: The opinions expressed in letters to the editor are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Port Lavaca Wave, its staff or ownership. Letters may be submitted to [email protected].

08/20/2026

🌊 Catch the Wave — Episode 10 is LIVE!

🎧 Watch Episode 10 now and stay up to date on:
• Port Lavaca headlines
• Calhoun County community updates
• Local events and happenings
• Stories impacting families, businesses, and neighborhoods

Hit play, share with your friends, and help keep Port Lavaca informed and connected. 🌊💙

This week’s Port Lavaca Wave Opinion feature dives into the irresistible, almost addictive rhythm of crochet and how the...
08/20/2026

This week’s Port Lavaca Wave Opinion feature dives into the irresistible, almost addictive rhythm of crochet and how the hobby can become a source of comfort, creativity, and cherished memories.

Link to the full article in the comments below.

“On June 21st, 2026, corporal Lawler and officer Smith rendered life-saving aid to a gunshot victim by administering imm...
08/19/2026

“On June 21st, 2026, corporal Lawler and officer Smith rendered life-saving aid to a gunshot victim by administering immediate first aid measures..."

Read the full article on newsstands today or click the link in the comments below.

The board of the Calhoun Port Authority approved going out for bids on two rehabilitation projects during its Wednesday,...
08/19/2026

The board of the Calhoun Port Authority approved going out for bids on two rehabilitation projects during its Wednesday, Aug. 12, meeting.

Read the full article on newsstands today or click the link in the comments below.

📸 BACK‑TO‑SCHOOL PHOTO CALL! We want to see those first‑day smiles, new backpacks, fresh kicks, and all the excitement ...
08/17/2026

📸 BACK‑TO‑SCHOOL PHOTO CALL!
We want to see those first‑day smiles, new backpacks, fresh kicks, and all the excitement that comes with starting a new school year in Calhoun County.

Share your back‑to‑school photo in the comments for a chance to be featured as our Photo of the Week — highlighted on our social media.

The City of Port Lavaca will hold its Final Community Open House for the 20‑year Comprehensive Plan on Tuesday, August 1...
08/14/2026

The City of Port Lavaca will hold its Final Community Open House for the 20‑year Comprehensive Plan on Tuesday, August 18, from 6–8 p.m. at the Bauer Community Center.
Residents are invited to review the final draft recommendations and speak directly with city staff and planning consultants. The open‑format event allows attendees to arrive at any time.

🎉 Congratulations to this week’s Photo of the Week winner, Angel and Joe Uresti! 🎉Thank you for sharing such a beautiful...
08/14/2026

🎉 Congratulations to this week’s Photo of the Week winner, Angel and Joe Uresti! 🎉

Thank you for sharing such a beautiful glimpse of our community. Keep those amazing photos coming! 📸💙

The sisters said they still recall the day that they received a text from their mother with a photo featuring a large gl...
08/12/2026

The sisters said they still recall the day that they received a text from their mother with a photo featuring a large glass light fixture, jokingly explaining that she bought it — with the side note that she had to buy the building it was attached to as well.

Read the full story in the August 12th paper on newsstands today or click the link in the comments below.

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