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Protesters call out Wal-Mart for animal cruelty
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... sows by one of Wal-Mart's main pork suppliers, said Jeni Haines, the organization's national campaign coordinator. Victoria was the 115th Wal-Mart stop on the group's nationwide tour. Numerous investigations have found the pregnant pigs are kept in ... Comment?
Man suspected of drunken driving also charged with unlawfully carrying a handgun
A 30-year-old Victoria man suspected of drunken driving on Main Street Friday night is also charged with unlawfully carrying a handgun by license holder, according to the Victoria County Sheriff's reports. Comment?
Man dies from gunshot wound to chest
Victoria police were called by family members to a home in the 100 block of Guinevere Street about 6:45 p.m., Lt. Comment?
Fur Bitten/Nave Museum exhibit
... art that are embodiments of the inner spirit of living beings. The Nave Museum is located at 306 W. Commercial in Victoria, TX and is open to the public 12-4pm Tuesday through Sunday and 12-7pm Thursday. Admission on Sat. May 18th is FREE. Regular ... Comment?
City Corner column: Lots to do this summer
Here are some ideas for things to do in the city of Victoria's parks for your summer enjoyment. Comment?
Victoria police blotter for May 19
Rowland Hill, of Victoria, driving a green Toyota Sienna, struck the front and passenger sides of Kimberly Fox's blue Honda Civic on Sunday at the intersection of North Navarro and Glascow Streets. Comment?
Victoria woman killed in collision 'lived to give'
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... because the man who ended her life is suspected of drunken driving. Nersesian was the wife of Dr. Joseph Long, a Victoria family practice physician, and was active in Girl Scouts, her church and other organizations. Nersesian had finished arts and ... Comment?
4 Victoria City Council members may have violated open meetings law
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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. Comment?
Can you identify anyone in this picture?
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If you can identify any of the people in this photo, please call Sheron Barnes of the VC/UHV Library at 361-570-4176. Write to Barnes at 2602 N. Ben Jordan St., Victoria, TX 77901 or email barness@uhv.edu. Comment?
Advocate Editorial Board opinion: City leaders need to respect will of voters
... level of respectful disagreement is expected in the daily business of running a town. Unfortunately, last week's Victoria City Council meeting turned from a ceremonial swearing-in of new leaders into a full-blown political circus. That was the scene ... Comment?
Superintendent's column:
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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. Comment?
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. Comment?
Police identify those involved in Main Street crash
A Victoria woman was killed Friday night after a suspected drunken driver slammed into her green Chevrolet Suburban traveling north at least 60 mph on Main Street. Comment?
Victoria College has named Sharon Vaclavik as Title V pre-college adviser with an office at Victoria East High School. Comment?
Victoria men indicted on aggravated robbery charges
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Two Victoria men who police say are responsible for a string of convenience store robberies earlier this year were indicted Thursday. Comment?
Prosecutors accuse Cuero man of trying to ignite girlfriend
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... Thursday after officials say an argument with his girlfriend in March escalated into arson, among other things. A Victoria County grand jury indicted Jeremy Louis Powell, 27, on aggravated assault in retaliation, arson and endangering a child with ... Comment?
Gun smoke on the mean streets of Ilfracombe...
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... of the annual Victorian Celebration week, which kicks off on Saturday, June 8 with the traditional sight of Queen Victoria, the High Street parade and Trinity Fair. The new western element to the festivities proved a big hit last year and this year ... Comment?
Sabrina Briggs, Laura Smith, Kim Valdez, and Christina Rankin are all for Higher Education Professional Teachers from Victoria West High school know how to have fun and show there support for Higher Education. Comment?
Gardening with Laurie: Earthworms are nature's little underground farmers
... try to garden with nature, not against it, and maybe all our weeds will become wildflowers. Laurie Garretson is a Victoria gardener and nursery owner. Send your gardening questions to laurie@vicad.com or in care of the Advocate, P.O. Box 1518, ... Comment?
Gardeners' Dirt: Caladiums are shady summer superstars
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... getting the best results from corms, and over-wintering options. The Gardeners' Dirt is written by members of the Victoria County Master Gardener Association, an educational outreach of Texas AgriLife Extension - Victoria County. Mail your questions ... Comment?