Wharton Post

09/20/2026

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Detention Officer Anon Hoffman, 21, who died Saturday following a motorcycle accident in Austin County.

Hoffman had served with the sheriff’s office for two years and was described as a beloved member of the agency.

His father serves as a sergeant with the department, while his mother works in its Central Jail Records Division.

The sheriff’s office said Hoffman’s loss will be deeply felt by his fellow officers, friends and colleagues.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hoffman family and everyone affected by this tragic loss.

Source: Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

09/20/2026

A BBQ benefit for the Terrell family is happening Sunday, Sept. 20, at Willie Bell Park in El Campo from 2–4 p.m. Plates are $15.

Please keep the family in your prayers and help spread the word.

09/19/2026

This evening, I met with Eric, Emma, and the Hoffman family, and I wanted to provide a personal update.

There are moments in this job when words simply aren’t enough.

This afternoon, MCSO Detention Officer Anon Hoffman was killed in an off-duty motorcycle accident in Austin County, Texas. He was only 21 years old. I have known Anon’s mom and dad for a very long time. Eric and Emma are more than friends and colleagues to me; they are family. To lose Anon, such a great young man, breaks my heart.

As a father, I honestly don’t know how to help them through a loss like this. There are no words that can make this pain go away, and there is no way to prepare a parent for losing a child. I can only pray that, with time, God will help make the pain bearable.

As Sheriff, I am becoming more familiar with the pain that comes with losing members of our Sheriff’s Office family. It is an incredible weight to bear. Every loss affects us, and Anon’s loss will stay with us for a very long time.

Anon was a beloved member of our office, and I am incredibly proud of the service he gave to this community. He was part of our MCSO family, and he mattered to us. His loss will be felt deeply throughout our entire agency.

Please keep Anon’s shift mates and fellow detention officers in your prayers. This tragedy has left, and will continue to leave, a tremendous void in our office. They worked alongside Anon, supported him, and shared countless moments with him. Their grief is profound.

But today, I am speaking not only as Sheriff. I am speaking as a friend.

Eric and Emma, I want you to know that we loved Anon, and we dearly love your family. We grieve with you, and we will stand beside you through the days ahead.

I pray that God gives you, your family, and everyone who loved Anon the strength, comfort, and peace to move forward, even if it is only one step at a time. I pray He helps make this pain bearable as you face each day and that He grants Anon eternal peace.

Please continue to keep the Hoffman family, Anon’s shift mates, his fellow detention officers, our MCSO family, and everyone who loved Anon in your thoughts and prayers.

May God wrap His arms around the Hoffman family, grant Anon eternal peace, and give them strength and peace in the days ahead.

Respectfully,
Sheriff Wesley Doolittle

09/19/2026

The Wharton County Republican Party says America is a Christian nation and tells those who want to change the country to reflect their beliefs that it’s time to leave. What does that message mean for religious freedom and people of different faiths in our community?

America is a Christian Nation built on the Bible believing in God, Jesus and The Holy Spirit. If you are here to assimilate with our values, we welcome you but if your here to change our Country to your beliefs it's time for you to leave. We will stand up for God!!

09/19/2026

Midfield Volunteer Fire Chief Vic Collins is currently undergoing cancer treatment, and a GoFundMe has been established to help cover treatment costs and medical expenses.

Chief Collins has served the Midfield community for more than a decade. Now, the community has an opportunity to support him and his family.

Please keep Chief Collins and his family in your prayers. If you're able to donate, any amount helps. Sharing the fundraiser can also make a difference.

Link in comments.

09/19/2026

BURN BAN REMAINS IN EFFECT | WHARTON COUNTY

Wharton County remains under a countywide burn ban that began August 20.

According to the Texas A&M Forest Service, 217 Texas counties were under burn bans as of September 18, including Wharton County.

Residents are reminded that outdoor burning is restricted in unincorporated areas. Please use caution and help prevent grass fires.

09/19/2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Needville is coming together to support three East Bernard brothers who lost both of their parents in a rollover crash last month.

A drive-through dinner fundraiser will be held Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Don Wenzel Memorial Harvest Park in Needville. Plates are $15, with all proceeds benefiting Jake, Gage and Tyson Jenkins.

Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to attend an organizational meeting Monday, Sept. 21, at 1:30 p.m. at the park pavilion.

09/19/2026

Susan Brewer first learned volleyball in East Bernard. Nearly 50 years later, she’s the winningest high school volleyball coach in Texas.

Her 1,306th career win set the record, but her story started with the teachers and coaches who believed in her back home.

09/18/2026

The stand will be out tomorrow 8 AM! 👏🏻

I made PLENTY of Cookie Butter cinnamon rolls this weekend, so everyone who didn’t get to try them last weekend can try them tomorrow! 👏🏻

•Flight Boxes - Jalapeno Cheddar, Caramelized Onion Gouda, Smores, Apple Pie
•Full Size Sourdough Loaves 🍞
•Cookie Butter Cinnamon Rolls
•Chocolate Chip Cookies 🍪
•Soft Pretzels (Regular and Cinnamon Sugar) 🥨
•Spicy Garlic Ranch Chex Mix
•Cinnamon Rolls
•Bagels (Regular, Everything Bagel, Blueberry)

📍Crestmont St in Wharton

See you tomorrow! 🫶