The Progress

05/28/2026

The Community Relations Board for Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Three Rivers received updates on inmate recreation programs and volunteer opportunities during its May 21 meeting.

05/28/2026

Elorine Evelyn (Pieper) Franke, 90, of Pawnee, Texas passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, in George West.

05/28/2026

A new rural medical training program based in Kingsville is placing medical students in clinical settings across the Coastal Bend and surrounding South Texas communities as part of an effort to address physician shortages in the region.

A new rural medical training program based in Kingsville is placing medical students in clinical settings across the Coastal Bend and surrounding South Texas communities as part of an effort

05/28/2026

The McMullen County Commissioners Court met May 26 for regular county business, including issuing a proclamation recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

05/28/2026

Lots of rain, but little water flowing into Choke Canyon Reservoir

Pastures across South Texas have greened up and stock ponds are once again holding water, but recent rains have done little to significantly increase the capacity of Choke Canyon Reservoir.

05/28/2026

Cyclist Matt King will make a stop in George West on Thursday, May 28, from 7:30 to 8 a.m. at the George West City Hall parking lot.

King is currently riding more than 2,000 miles from the Texas-Mexico border to Canada. Along the journey, he hopes to provide $1 million in gifts to people and communities in need — and the George West community is hoping to be one of the recipients.

The public is invited to come out, support King’s efforts, meet him in person, and even ride along for a portion of the journey.

Everyone is encouraged to attend and show their support!

05/27/2026

Michael (Mickey) Joseph McNeal Jr, 87, of George West, Texas, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas.

05/27/2026

Voters in Live Oak and McMullen counties cast ballots in the May 26 runoff election, and local results largely reflected statewide outcomes. The election determined which candidates will represent the Republican and Democratic parties in the Nov. 3 …

Voters in Live Oak and McMullen counties cast ballots in the May 26 runoff election, and local results largely reflected statewide outcomes. The election determined which candidates will represent the

05/27/2026

South Texas residents should prepare for an increased threat of heavy rain, severe thunderstorms and localized flash flooding tonight into Wednesday morning as a disturbance moves across the region.

05/26/2026

The following meals are scheduled to be served at the Live Oak Senior Center:

Thursday, May 28 - Boneless barbecue chicken wings, french fries, buttered carrots, sliced bread, angel food cake with mixed berries, low fat or skim milk

05/26/2026

The Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce will host “Soup, Sandwiches & Success” on Thursday, May 28, at 12 p.m. at Three Rivers City Hall. The workshop is open to employers, business owners and community members interested in learning about valuable…

The Three Rivers Chamber of Commerce will host “Soup, Sandwiches & Success” on Thursday, May 28, at 12 p.m. at Three Rivers City Hall. The workshop is open to employers,