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Good morning to you Victoria! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See the latest Victoria County bookings and arrests for Sept. 8–13
  • Which Victoria County road will fully close on Sept. 23?
  • What will VISD decide at Thursday's high‑stakes finance and policy meeting?

Also on today's calendar: Creative Marketing Tactics That Work [for Small Budgets] and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 98 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 93, low: 74.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 96 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Victoria County Booking & Arrest Report: Sept 08-13, 2026 (victoriaadvocate.com) — Victoria County residents can review a detailed list of bookings and arrests from Sept. 8–13, 2026, as reported by the sheriff's office and local police. The report outlines charges, agencies involved, and whether individuals are active-in custody or closed out, offering a snapshot of recent law-enforcement activity around Victoria.
   

2. Victoria County road closure (crossroadstoday.com) — Drivers in Victoria County should plan around a full closure of Coletoville Road at the 3900 block on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for cross-pipe work. The closure, just north of Joe Beaver Road, will require motorists to use alternate routes and follow posted traffic signs.
   

3. VISD to review finances, state compliance (victoriaadvocate.com) — Victoria ISD trustees will hold two public hearings Thursday evening on the district's financial rating and compliance with new state requirements on parental rights, health services consent, and instructional transparency. The meeting at 102 Profit Drive also covers Chromebook purchases, bond-funded roof work, and campus improvement goals, with multiple chances for Victoria residents to speak directly to the board.
   

4. Friends of the Victoria Public Library book sale continues through Sunday (crossroadstoday.com) — You still have through Sunday to browse the Friends of the Victoria Public Library book sale and pick up low-cost reads while directly supporting local library programs. The sale offers a wide range of genres for all ages, and proceeds help fund activities and resources that promote reading and literacy for Victoria residents.
   

5. Texas Workforce Commission celebrates Adult Education and Family Literacy Week (crossroadstoday.com) — Adult learners in Victoria can tap into services at Victoria College and Workforce Solutions Golden Crescent during Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, Sept. 14–18. Programs range from high school completion and basic skills to career services and college prep, all aimed at strengthening local families' economic opportunities.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray dog!
    Found on September 13, 2026 in Victoria, TX 77905 near Near Conoco Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the finder, view… (Nextdoor Timber / Fordyce)
  • A stray dog wandered to the house.
    She looks to be about 2 years old, 25 lbs. We did take her to a vet to see if she was chipped and she is not. She is too sweet to put down, and we… (Nextdoor Timber / Fordyce)
  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for *Production Planner in Victoria. Apply here.
  • The Victoria College posted a job opening for *Vocational Nursing Instructor in Victoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Victoria here.

Ok Victoria! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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