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🌱 Patch AM: What Victoria parents need to know after two students arrested over threats
Happening soon: Gulf Bend Center's Friendship Fest Event on the Victoria Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, Victoria? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What Victoria parents need to know after two students arrested over threats
- How did Victoria West seize a third straight Battle of the Boot?
- What one Victoria teacher's frustration says about Texas' governor's race
Also on today's calendar: Victoria Farmers' Market and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 95 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 97, low: 74.
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• School threats prompt warning after 2 student arrests (victoriaadvocate.com) — Victoria families are being warned that any school threat, even a so‑called joke online, can now lead to arrest and serious charges after two local middle‑school students were recently taken into custody. Victoria ISD, the Sheriff's Office, and the FBI stress zero tolerance for hoax threats, urging parents to talk with children about reporting concerning posts instead of sharing them. 
• Victoria West takes home their third straight Battle of the Boot (crossroadstoday.com) — Victoria West's football team just claimed its third straight Battle of the Boot win over crosstown rival Victoria East, powered by a dominant second half and big special teams plays. Coaches and players praised the Warriors' depth and confidence across offense, defense, and special teams, celebrating a rivalry victory that keeps the coveted Boot trophy on the city's west side.
• Latino voter backlash puts Texas governor's race on Democrats' midterm map (crossroadstoday.com) — A Victoria middle‑school teacher is among South Texas Latino voters voicing frustration and a desire for political change as the governor's race tightens. The story explores how concerns over school funding, living costs, and economic strain are shaping Latino support for Democrat Gina Hinojosa versus Republican Governor Greg Abbott, potentially putting Texas back on Democrats' midterm target map.
📸 Around Victoria
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Victoria
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★ Featured events ★
- Gulf Bend Center's Friendship Fest Event →
DeLeon City Plaza, 101 N Main St, Victoria
10:00 am
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- Labor Day - Student/Staff Holiday
Victoria ISD Victoria, TX 77901 - Victoria Farmers' Market →
Victoria Farmers' Market, 2805 N Navarro St, Victoria, TX, 77901
9:00 am - In Abundance Events: Dennis Swanberg Comedy Show →
Lawrence Haven The Venue, 1307 Sam Houston Dr, Victoria
6:00 pm
Monday September 7
Wednesday September 9
Friday October 2
📣 Victoria Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Holiday - Labor Day
Edna ISD Edna, TX 77957 - Silver Spur Practice
Edna ISD Gym
7:00 am - World Physical Therapy Day
Edna ISD Edna, TX 77957 - Cowgirl Volleyball (JV,F)
Edna ISD Dome gym
5:00 pm - BAND - Tuesday Night Rehearsal
Edna ISD Cowboy Memorial Stadium, 1207 Miracle Dr, Edna, TX 77957, USA
6:00 pm - Cowgirl Volleyball (V)
Edna ISD Dome gym
6:00 pm - Little Ones Library →
Jackson County Memorial Library, 411 N Wells St #121, Edna
10:00 am - EHS Cheer Practice-dome
Edna ISD Edna, TX 77957
6:45 am
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Sandra cleaned by house for the first time yesterday.
She did an amazing job. I was so pleased with everything and her attention to detail. I highly recommend her. (Nextdoor Terra Vista) - Has any one found a small black and white shizzu.
She is about 10 pounds. We are located at 201 Park Stone behind the mall. She is friéndly to everyone. Please call 361 935 2106. Re Ward offered. (Nextdoor Castle Hills West)
- The Victoria College posted a job opening for *Administrative Assistant II - VN Program & PTA Program in Victoria. Apply here.
- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Victoria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Victoria here.
🗞 Nearby News
Port Lavaca
- Area restaurant inspections: August 20-September 2, 2026; 2 with 20+ demerits (victoriaadvocate.com)
Cuero
- Football Recap: Yoakum Falls to Cuero (maxpreps.com)
Yoakum
- Longtime goat owner caught in livestock ordinance changes (crossroadstoday.com)
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: Because they work on so many levels ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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