According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,094 square miles (2,830km2), of which 1,086 square miles (2,810km2) is land and 8.2 square miles (21km2) (0.8%) is water.
The county is about 130 miles (210km) southeast of Austin.
As of the census of 2000, there were 41,188 people, 14,799 households, and 10,744 families residing in the county. The population density was 38 people per square mile (15/km²). There were 16,606 housing units at an average density of 15 per squaremile (6/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 69.01% White, 14.95% Black or African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 13.65% from other races, and 1.64% from two or more races. 31.29% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 12.8% were of Czech, 11.0% German and 7.0% American ancestry according to Census 2000. 73.8% spoke English, 24.0% Spanish and 2.0% Czech as their first language.
Unidentified girl found in Wharton County had been shot multiple times, ME says
The girl had dark brown to black hair that was about shoulder to upper back length and was believed to be about 14 to 17 years old.
published: 23 Jun 2021
Several passengers run off after deadly rollover crash in Wharton County Pct. 2 constable says
Several passengers ran away from the scene of a deadly rollover crash in Wharton County, according to the Precinct 2 Constable's Office there.
published: 16 Jul 2021
Former Wharton County deputy accused of sexually assaulting a minor commits suicide
published: 13 Nov 2020
Funnel cloud spotted in Wharton County, Texas
The video was captured near FM 1161 in Wharton on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. We had no reports of tornadoes touching down, but there were multiple reports of funnel clouds. This video is courtesy Josh and Veronica Garcia.
More photos of the funnel cloud: https://www.khou.com/article/weather/strong-storms-bring-funnel-clouds-hail-to-southeast-texas/285-ff58c2e6-f0e6-4e84-b439-1b24c1983369
published: 28 Apr 2020
Wharton County Treasurer candidates share similar sentiments as race hangs in limbo by 1 vote
When it comes to the next Treasurer of Wharton County, both candidates say they are excited but also at peace with whatever the outcome may be.
READ MORE: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/03/wharton-county-treasurer-candidates-share-similar-sentiments-as-race-hangs-in-limbo-by-1-vote/
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published: 03 Mar 2022
Texas DPS investigating major crash that left 3 women dead in Wharton County
published: 02 Nov 2021
Flooding in Wharton County
People in Wharton are dealing with flooding after morning storms dumped around 1- to 12 inches of rain in the area.
published: 05 Jun 2019
Deputies release pictures of jewelry found on girl's remains in Wharton County
Deputies released photographs of jewelry found on a girl’s remains along with a description of what she was wearing in hopes someone can identify her.
More: https://www.khou.com/article/news/crime/girls-remains-wharton-county-texas/285-e3dddebd-a412-48e0-880f-633dc0e017fc
published: 23 Jun 2021
Two teachers arrested in separate incidents in Wharton County
published: 06 Apr 2018
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The video was captured near FM 1161 in Wharton on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. We had no reports of tornadoes touching down, but there were multiple reports of funn...
The video was captured near FM 1161 in Wharton on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. We had no reports of tornadoes touching down, but there were multiple reports of funnel clouds. This video is courtesy Josh and Veronica Garcia.
More photos of the funnel cloud: https://www.khou.com/article/weather/strong-storms-bring-funnel-clouds-hail-to-southeast-texas/285-ff58c2e6-f0e6-4e84-b439-1b24c1983369
The video was captured near FM 1161 in Wharton on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. We had no reports of tornadoes touching down, but there were multiple reports of funnel clouds. This video is courtesy Josh and Veronica Garcia.
More photos of the funnel cloud: https://www.khou.com/article/weather/strong-storms-bring-funnel-clouds-hail-to-southeast-texas/285-ff58c2e6-f0e6-4e84-b439-1b24c1983369
When it comes to the next Treasurer of Wharton County, both candidates say they are excited but also at peace with whatever the outcome may be.
READ MORE: http...
When it comes to the next Treasurer of Wharton County, both candidates say they are excited but also at peace with whatever the outcome may be.
READ MORE: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/03/wharton-county-treasurer-candidates-share-similar-sentiments-as-race-hangs-in-limbo-by-1-vote/
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When it comes to the next Treasurer of Wharton County, both candidates say they are excited but also at peace with whatever the outcome may be.
READ MORE: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/03/wharton-county-treasurer-candidates-share-similar-sentiments-as-race-hangs-in-limbo-by-1-vote/
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Deputies released photographs of jewelry found on a girl’s remains along with a description of what she was wearing in hopes someone can identify her.
More: ht...
Deputies released photographs of jewelry found on a girl’s remains along with a description of what she was wearing in hopes someone can identify her.
More: https://www.khou.com/article/news/crime/girls-remains-wharton-county-texas/285-e3dddebd-a412-48e0-880f-633dc0e017fc
Deputies released photographs of jewelry found on a girl’s remains along with a description of what she was wearing in hopes someone can identify her.
More: https://www.khou.com/article/news/crime/girls-remains-wharton-county-texas/285-e3dddebd-a412-48e0-880f-633dc0e017fc
Paper workflows dominated the way Wharton Co. Sheriff's Office managed its 140-bed jail to comply with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and the newly enac...
Paper workflows dominated the way Wharton Co. Sheriff's Office managed its 140-bed jail to comply with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and the newly enacted Sandra Bland Act. Learn how Wharton Co. has created a safer, smarter, and more aware team by digitally transforming their operations into a lean, defensible, compliance machine with GUARDIAN RFID, integrated with their jail management system from Southern Software.
Join the #Warrior community! Visit us online at https://info.guardianrfid.com/contact-us
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Paper workflows dominated the way Wharton Co. Sheriff's Office managed its 140-bed jail to comply with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and the newly enacted Sandra Bland Act. Learn how Wharton Co. has created a safer, smarter, and more aware team by digitally transforming their operations into a lean, defensible, compliance machine with GUARDIAN RFID, integrated with their jail management system from Southern Software.
Join the #Warrior community! Visit us online at https://info.guardianrfid.com/contact-us
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Check out these helpful links to learn more about the Command & Control Platform:
►How to Deploy GUARDIAN RFID Article: http://bit.ly/2GRJb9a
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The video was captured near FM 1161 in Wharton on Tuesday, April 28, 2020. We had no reports of tornadoes touching down, but there were multiple reports of funnel clouds. This video is courtesy Josh and Veronica Garcia.
More photos of the funnel cloud: https://www.khou.com/article/weather/strong-storms-bring-funnel-clouds-hail-to-southeast-texas/285-ff58c2e6-f0e6-4e84-b439-1b24c1983369
When it comes to the next Treasurer of Wharton County, both candidates say they are excited but also at peace with whatever the outcome may be.
READ MORE: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/03/03/wharton-county-treasurer-candidates-share-similar-sentiments-as-race-hangs-in-limbo-by-1-vote/
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Deputies released photographs of jewelry found on a girl’s remains along with a description of what she was wearing in hopes someone can identify her.
More: https://www.khou.com/article/news/crime/girls-remains-wharton-county-texas/285-e3dddebd-a412-48e0-880f-633dc0e017fc
Paper workflows dominated the way Wharton Co. Sheriff's Office managed its 140-bed jail to comply with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and the newly enacted Sandra Bland Act. Learn how Wharton Co. has created a safer, smarter, and more aware team by digitally transforming their operations into a lean, defensible, compliance machine with GUARDIAN RFID, integrated with their jail management system from Southern Software.
Join the #Warrior community! Visit us online at https://info.guardianrfid.com/contact-us
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Check out these helpful links to learn more about the Command & Control Platform:
►How to Deploy GUARDIAN RFID Article: http://bit.ly/2GRJb9a
►5 Tips to Maximize Success with Rounds: http://bit.ly/2Bemi9L
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,094 square miles (2,830km2), of which 1,086 square miles (2,810km2) is land and 8.2 square miles (21km2) (0.8%) is water.
The county is about 130 miles (210km) southeast of Austin.
As of the census of 2000, there were 41,188 people, 14,799 households, and 10,744 families residing in the county. The population density was 38 people per square mile (15/km²). There were 16,606 housing units at an average density of 15 per squaremile (6/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 69.01% White, 14.95% Black or African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 13.65% from other races, and 1.64% from two or more races. 31.29% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 12.8% were of Czech, 11.0% German and 7.0% American ancestry according to Census 2000. 73.8% spoke English, 24.0% Spanish and 2.0% Czech as their first language.
Wins were hard to come by for WhartonCounty in the final regular season game, but one team and one player stood out. Wharton junior quarterback Ja’keon Jackson had a large hand in helping the Tigers shock the SweenyBulldogs, ....
13, 2024 - Today, at an announcement in WhartonCounty with elected officials and community leaders, CenterPoint Energy leaders announced the donation of a backup generator to the Wharton County ...
Wins were hard to come by for WhartonCounty in the final regular season game, but one team and one player stood out. Wharton junior quarterback Ja’keon Jackson had a large hand in helping the Tigers shock the SweenyBulldogs, ....
East Bernard junior quarterback Dan Bartlett officially joined the 1,000-yard club this past week after this strong game in week 10. WhartonCounty now has three quarterbacks that have gained more than 1,000 yards this season ....
More than 62 percent of WhartonCounty’s registered voters showed up at November election polls to share their views on who should be running the county, state and nation ....