Community Pulse
What residents are talking about in Brazoria County public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
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Sweeny Area Water and Infrastructure
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In the News
12 articlesRecent coverage of Brazoria County from local and regional media.
Oyster Creek considers adult business zoning after interest in Dow-owned land
Oyster Creek City Council is considering zoning restrictions for sexually oriented businesses after someone expressed interest in buying Dow-owned land. The proposal returns Oct. 15.
Oct 9, 2026Holiday Lakes officials questioned over talks about mayor appointment
Holiday Lakes delayed naming a new mayor after questions over Norman Schroeder’s consideration, with residents now invited to seek the appointment Oct. 22.
Oct 9, 2026ELECTION Q&A: Porter, Tigner vie for the county's district clerk position
Brazoria County district clerk candidates focus on efficiency, technology and services for residents in upcoming election.
Oct 9, 2026ELECTION Q&A: Baird, Chesser vie for the Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2 position
Stephanie Baird and Blaine Chesser, candidates for Justice of the Peace Precinct 4, Place 2, answer questions ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.
Oct 8, 2026Freeport council tables new city logo proposal
Freeport City Council tabled a proposed city logo after lengthy discussion as officials weighed the city’s future branding and wayfinding project.
Oct 7, 2026Lake Jackson approves $550K for new animal shelter kennels
Lake Jackson City Council approved $550,848 for animal-control kennels and $840,439 for Dunbar Park’s all-inclusive playground while debating costs, capacity and final location Monday night.
Oct 7, 2026ELECTION Q&A: Bell, Hudman vie for the County Clerk position
Voters will choose between two candidates with different professional backgrounds and perspectives on how the Brazoria County Clerk’s Office should serve residents in the upcoming November ballot.
Oct 7, 2026Holiday Lakes council to appoint new mayor after Chandler resignation
Holiday Lakes Town Council plans to appoint a new mayor Thursday after Danielle Chandler’s resignation, raising questions about vacancy rules and application requirements in Texas.
Oct 6, 2026Sweeny Hospital District gets $750,000 rural health grant
Sweeny Hospital District will receive $750,000 through Rural Texas Strong, becoming Brazoria County’s only recipient in the federally funded program.
Oct 5, 2026PUBLIC MEETINGS: What your election officials will discuss this week
Clute council to consider water rates and legal matters; Freeport to consider comprehensive plan contract; Lake Jackson eyes new playground; Sweeny City Council to have special meeting to discuss city secretary vacancy; Sweeny ISD board to review bon...
Oct 4, 2026Freeport Civil Service Commission approves new local rules
Freeport’s Civil Service Commission approved new police and fire department rules addressing hiring, promotions, vacation, veteran preferences and fitness-for-duty procedures.
Oct 2, 2026Brazoria County moves $200M expressway, growth projects forward
Brazoria County plans ahead for growth with infrastructure projects in transportation, port, water, and power sectors to accommodate future demand.
Oct 1, 2026