“Understanding the Role of the Polk County Tax Assessor-Collector – The Duties, Misconceptions and Key Differences” was the program presented for the Livingston Lions Club May 28 by …
I’ve always thought of squash as a vegetable, only recently learning that squashes are actually fruits because they grow on vines and have seeds inside. Whether it be fruit or vegetable makes …
RINITY — A three-vehicle accident involving a motorcycle early on May 20 on Highway 19 and Low Keels Road left a 66-year-old man with serious injuries. According to a Texas …
Hot temperatures and high humidity mean utility bills will be high in the coming months. Assistance may be available through federal LIHEAP funding, and the Community Action Mobile Unit …
COLDSPRING — World War II veteran Ellis "Willie” Williamson, a true American hero and proud member of the Greatest Generation, was honored May 22 with a community party at the Methodist …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) introduced the Critical Businesses Preparedness Act, legislation that provides a 30 percent federal tax credit for critical businesses that …
With a heartfelt welcome from Salutatorian Sarya Angelena Contreras and encouragement from Valedictorian Elizabeth Anne Coyle, the Shepherd ISD Class of 2025 flipped their tassels on Friday and …
The Corrigan Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that occurred around noon on May 18 in the area of 116 Bluebonnet Circle at the Corrigan Square Apartments. Officers …
In response to the growing demand for licensed vocational nurses and registered nurses across rural East Texas, Lamar State College Orange (LSCO) is expanding its footprint with the launch of two new …
Approximately 250 members of the Livingston High School Class of 2025 walked the stage during the commencement ceremony May 23 in the Livingston High School Gym. COURTESY PHOTO
This downed tree by the First Methodist Church in the 2800 block of US Hwy. 190 West is just one of many that came down during severe thunderstorms that ravaged the area in the wee hours of Tuesday …
A new law aimed at protecting children from predators was signed by Governor Greg Abbott on May 24. House Bill 2000, known as Audrii’s Law, will officially go into effect on Sept. 1. Named …
Note to readers: This story references ongoing investigations concerning a former Woodville ISD faculty member. No formal charges have been issued, so no name is used. WOODVILLE – A …
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Brian Babin (R-Woodville) voted in favor of President Donald Trump’s legislative package known as “One Big Beautiful …
WOODVILLE – One Woodville student, Mickey Herrera, was recently named to become a member of the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). Herrera, who attends the Acellus …
SPURGER – Emily Grace Fea, who is a 17-year-old student at Spurger High School, is the reigning Miss Southeast Texas Teen. Fea, according to her grandmother Susan Jenkins is “a …
For the second year in a row, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-normal hurricane season. The NOAA’s National Weather Service released its …
Chad Holton, project manager for the Trinity River Authority Lake Livingston Project, was the guest speaker for the Livingston-Polk County Chamber of Commerce’s Quarterly Membership Luncheon …
Over $811,000 in scholarships was awarded to the Livingston High School Class of 2025 during the 36 th annual Livingston ISD Honors Night May 13 at the Polk County Commerce Center. LISD …
The Onalaska Junior Senior High School held its Senior Awards Night for the 68-member Class of 2025 May 20 at the Polk County Commerce Center. The top 10% honor graduates are: Valedictorian …
