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Livingston spiker shines on national stage
Livingston athlete Carly Pipes recently helped her USAV National Tournament team capture the reserve title in Las Vegas. Competing in the 14 Open Division, her team ascended to No. 2 in the country. Volleyball teams across the nation were vying for a spot at nationals, while only 256 qualified out of the 6,554 total teams.
Man shot to death during family disturbance in Onalaska
The Polk County Sheriff’s Department is investigating after a man was shot to death during a family disturbance in Onalaska on Saturday. Polk County Today is reporting that deputies responded to multiple 911 calls from the house and arrived to find 56-year-old Gerald Fields dead. Deputies say the incident...
Stormy week could lead to flash flooding, then river flooding in portions of Southeast Texas
The immediate risk during these rainy days is street and potential flash flooding. A Flood Watch is in effect for portions of southeast Texas through 4 p.m. Thursday.Once all this heavy rain falls, the floodwaters have to go somewhere - and that's through area bayous, rivers, and creeks. Sometimes, too much rain over the course of a few days to weeks can lead to rising water levels, thus going out of their banks. That is a growing concern heading into the weekend in parts of southeast Texas.This is something we saw back in May, when after rounds of heavy rains,...
Polk County Emergency Management asking residents to give input for Hazard Mitigation Plan
LIVINGSTON, Texas (KTRE) - Making decisions that will impact the next five years, Polk County Emergency Management is working on their Hazard Mitigation Plan. It will include projects that the county will construct to help ease the severity of natural disasters and severe weather. “The flood hazards and the wildfire...
Family member dies from gunshot
A July 20 family disturbance in the 3700 block of FM 3459 in Onalaska resulted in the death of a family member. The Polk County Sheriff ’s Office responded to the scene to discover Gerald Fields, 56, of Onalaska, deceased. Witnesses reported that a disturbance occurred between two family members resulting in one dying from a single gunshot.
Driver Walks Away from Horrific Accident on Texas Highway
A driver was lucky to walk away from a rollover accident on the highway near Huntsville, Texas. Most of us have experienced that moment when we drive up on a horrific-looking accident. I don’t know about you, but I get a sick feeling in the pit of my stomach.
Daniel Makes it Four Straight with Southern States Modified Series
CLEVELAND, TX – Patrick Daniel just keeps winning with the Southern States Modified Series. On Saturday night, Daniel made it four in a row at 105 Speedway. AMS Racing Pole Award winner Anthony Meek got the hole shot and pulled away to lead the opening lap with Richard Holt and series points leader Patrik Daniel in hot pursuit. While Meek remained faithful to the high lane around the 1/4-mile oval, Daniel used every inch of the racing surface to search for a way to catch the leader.
Farmer Dies in Suspected Killer Bee Attack Near Huntsville, Texas
Bryce Harold Smith, 75, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, after being stung by numerous bees. The attack happened on the man's property just south of Bedias, Texas. According to a report from KCTV-5, Smith was stung approximately 60 times around the face and neck area. The lifelong resident of Bedias was clearing trees with a bulldozer when he apparently came into contact with the hive.
Amari Cooper's New Contract Details and Future With Browns
Ultimately, general manager Andrew Berry created more cap space for this season and pushed Cooper's owed money to future years. If the Browns decide to designate Cooper post Jun 1, the team would pay a majority of the contract in the year 2026. Cooper has played a critical role in...
Robertson named top teacher
FORT WORTH — Groveton ISD cosmetology teacher Victoria Robertson was named Teacher of the Year at the recent Texas Industrial Vocational Association conference. The TIVA Summer Conference was held July 14-19 in Fort Worth. TIVA is a professional organization for Career and Technical Educators certified in trade and industrial education.
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