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Texas Coalition For Animal Protection: Keeping Pets In Homes, Not In Shelters
Being someone who played animal shelter rather than with dolls as a little girl, Stacy Schumacher feels called to protect dogs and cats from the worst possible scenarios now that she’s an adult. So, after serving as a volunteer for various East Texas animal rescue organizations in the late...
Texas DPS to dedicate new marine unit in honor of fallen Trooper Matthew Myrick
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — The Texas Department of Public Safety is holding a special ceremony Friday morning at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial Center. In honor of fallen Trooper Matthew Myrick, a tactical marine unit will be dedicated in his name. The dedication will be at 10 a.m. and...
Tremors in Texas: 3 Deadly Earthquakes That Made Their Mark
When people think of earthquakes, Texas isn't the first place that comes to mind. However, the Lone Star State has had its share of seismic events that have left an impact. Texas is not known for frequent or intense earthquakes like the West Coast, but they do happen. Volcano Discovery...
Open Registration – EMT Classes On Texas College Campuses
With an ever-growing population in Texas, paramedics are critical and are often the initial protectors of public safety during emergencies. They have the training and expertise to handle the effects of disasters and crises, provide medical care, and often prevent further harm or death. This is why Emergency Medical Technician...
Lionettes' new basketball coach hosts meet and greet her taking the reins
KOUNTZE — It's no surprise that every year, some programs make changes in leadership, but when you have back-to-back years of district success, it's hard to imagine someone new in control. That's the reality for Kountze girls' basketball, but their new coach is well on her way to getting the community's support.
BC City Council honor winners of contest
The Bridge City City Council last week honored the winners of the art scholarship contest held as part of the Red, White, and You Celebration earlier this month. Local businesses donated the money for the scholarships. Mayor David Rutledge presented checks to first place winner Gabrielle Sensat, who received $1,500, and second place winner Heidi Broussard, who got $750. Both plan to attend Lamar University in Beaumont. The scholarship contest, along with festival and drone show, were sponsored by the Community Leadership Forum's Quality of Life Committee.
Cleveland resident wins $1 million with winning Texas Lottery scratch ticket
CLEVELAND, Texas — A lucky resident in Cleveland, Texas is a lot richer thanks to a winning lottery ticket. They won $1 million with a winning Million Dollar Loteria scratch game ticket. This is the second $1 million to be claimed in the Million Dollar Loteria game but there...
Port Arthur SWAT arrests man hiding in attic on high-risk assault warrant
PORT ARTHUR — A man was arrested in Port Arthur today on a warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Michael Spain was arrested on the 2000 block of 12th Street by the US Marshals Beaumont Division, with support from the Port Arthur Police Department's SWAT team. Around...
Golden Pass LNG project is able to move forward after new company becomes contractor
SABINE PASS, Texas — The Golden Pass LNG project seems like it can move forward after a construction standoff. Earlier this year the contractor, Zachry Holdings, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, saying the project was $2.4 billion over budget. 12News previously reported the mass worker furloughs and layoffs...
Kirbyville Woman Arrested After Allegedly Shooting at Vehicle
Jasper County, Tx - Officers with the Jasper County Sheriff's Department said Friday that a suspect had been arrested and was in custody in connection with a shooting that took place earlier this month in the Kirbyville Area. Deputy Carly Cherry said Alisha Robin, 57, of Kirbyville is accused of...
Jasper woman arrested for allegedly stealing money from Meals on Wheels agency
JASPER, Texas — A Jasper woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing from the agency that supplies Meals on Wheels. Adrienna Hudson, 57, served as the executive Director of the Jasper County Committee on Aging. This is the agency that supplies Meals on Wheels, which delivers food to senior citizens.
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