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BEWARE: Tire Puncturing Devices Have Been Found On I-20 In Van Zandt County
Nearly four years after they first showed up on an East Texas highway, tire-puncturing devices have once again reappeared. As far back as July 2020, tire puncturing devices, known as caltrops, have been scattered along a stretch of I-20 through Van Zandt and Smith Counties. Someone or a group of people are purposely creating these dangerous devices and placing them along the roadway.
Voters to decide on $116M school bond with ‘no tax increase’, Mabank ISD says
MABANK, Texas (KETK) – Mabank Independent School District is seeking the approval of a $116 million bond that if passed on Election Day, will increase student capacity and prepare the district for future growth. According to the school district, the projects that the bond will fund include: The district said the bond would not increase […]
BEWARE: Tire Puncturing Devices Have Been Found On I-20 In Van Zandt County
Nearly four years after they first showed up on an East Texas highway, tire-puncturing devices have once again reappeared. As far back as July 2020, tire puncturing devices, known as caltrops, have been scattered along a stretch of I-20 through Van Zandt and Smith Counties. Someone or a group of people are purposely creating these dangerous devices and placing them along the roadway.
BEWARE: Tire Puncturing Devices Have Been Found On I-20 In Van Zandt County
Nearly four years after they first showed up on an East Texas highway, tire-puncturing devices have once again reappeared. As far back as July 2020, tire puncturing devices, known as caltrops, have been scattered along a stretch of I-20 through Van Zandt and Smith Counties. Someone or a group of people are purposely creating these dangerous devices and placing them along the roadway.
Rebar caltrops found on I-20 in East Texas again
VAN ZANDT COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – TxDOT is warning drivers of puncturing spikes found on I-20 again. Rebar caltrops have been found on I-20 since last year, with the most recent discovery on May 6 in Van Zandt County. They are usually four-pronged, heavy gauge steel puncturing spikes that can be thrown or linked together […]
Tire deflation devices scattered along I-20 in East Texas...again
VAN ZANDT COUNTY, Texas — It's been an ongoing issue since 2020 and it's happening again. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is alerting drivers along I-20 of tire deflation devices, known as caltrops, being scattered along the highway. According to TxDOT, the most recent discovery of 12 caltrops...
Breaking Constitutional Rights? Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024
GEORGIA (GA)—For many parents, social media is a serious concern regarding the safety and well-being of their children. Governor Kemp signed a bill into law on April 23, 2024, that aims to make children safer and parents rest a little easier. However, the law seems to be stirring up more controversy than peace. Here's what you need to know about SB 351, more commonly known as the "Protecting Georgia's Children on Social Media Act of 2024".
Athens native, a Malakoff High School graduate, supports Super Hornet jet aircraft
ATHENS, Texas — Petty Officer 1st Class Erika Buie, a native of Athens, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 106, which operates the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Super Hornet. Buie graduated from Malakoff High School in 2013. The skills and values needed to succeed in...
Voters to decide on $116M school bond with ‘no tax increase’, Mabank ISD says
MABANK, Texas (KETK) – Mabank Independent School District is seeking the approval of a $116 million bond that if passed on Election Day, will increase student capacity and prepare the district for future growth. According to the school district, the projects that the bond will fund include: The district said the bond would not increase […]
Water interruptions expected in Athens due to utility work
ATHENS, Texas (KETK) – The City of Athens announced that some residents my experience an interruption in their water service on Thursday during some utility repairs. According to a statement, the 300 block of West Corsicana Street, the 100 and 200 blocks of South Pinkerton will face interruptions in water service starting at 9 p.m. […]
PHOTOS: Severe storms bring flooding, downed power lines to East Texas
CANTON, Texas (KETK) — KETK is following the storms hitting East Texas this week and the impact they’re having on residents. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Cherokee, Nacogdoches and Angelina Counties until 7:15 p.m. A Tornado Warning is in effect for Houston County until 7 p.m. A Tornado Watch was issued for […]
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