I was at home this past weekend and astonished to see that many areas are still under water. The current rainfall in the valley has just added to the damage done by hurricane Dolly. It seems to me the valley just can’t catch a break. My mother and many other residents have to cut their yards every time the rain lets up (like once a week). And bug spray seems to be the new perfume. All the mosquitoes and standing water has many people opting to stay indoors. I think we’re really lucky to have some run but not as much as the valley. The rain in the valley is keeping me away and in Victoria for the weekend.

I’ve written a couple of stories about the possibility of University of Houston-Victoria’s  downward expansion. I want to know what people think about the possibility? Will it benefit the community? Will it affect enrollment at Victoria College? What would happen if UHV became a 4-year university?

I want to know what people of the community think.

I have now been in Victoria for about two and a half months and I’m starting to get a feel for the area. I can get to where I need to go without getting lost…well sometimes. Anyhow, I’ve come to the conclusion that not knowing my way around most of Victoria is my own fault. I leave any chance I get. Don’t get me wrong there’s nothing wrong with the area; I just seem to miss my family and friends. You’d think my years in Kingsville would have prepped me, but for some reason as soon as Friday rolls around I’m filling up my gas tank and driving home or to Kingsville, it’s closer. I see it as kind of running away. I’m prescribing myself a weekend in Victoria; however, it might not be this weekend but may be the weekend after.