Don Baird, who served as mayor of Colmesneil for nine consecutive terms, died last Thursday at the age of 97, in Newton. Baird was a long-time businessman and community leader in Colmesneil …
A “Meet & Greet” to introduce Livingston ISD’s new superintendent, Dr. Jeff Pack, was held in the Livingston High School Commons Area prior to Monday’s regular meeting of …
Sharon Kruk, executive director of The Coalition Inc., provided the program for the Livingston Lions Club May 14. Based out of Angelina County, The Coalition Inc. is based on a national model …
WOODVILLE – Several students sustained burns to their hands during an “exercise program promoted on social media,” according to Woodville ISD, and many in the community are wanting …
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of …
Polk County Publishing Company’s inaugural 40 Under 40 Professional Leadership Awards culminated Thursday with a mixer at Tempe Creek Vineyard & Farms for recognition, networking and …
Although a public hearing on a request from John Ewald of Ewald Kubota Inc. for the annexation of 6.995 acres located on US Hwy. 190 West consisting of two parcels was held during the May 13 meeting …
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards conducted a limited compliance review at the Polk County Jail on May 5. “There were no deficiencies noted and upon review of this report by the …
HVAC issues dominated the agenda for Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Polk County Commissioners Court. The Court discussed and approved emergency HVAC repairs at the Polk County Jail. …
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has requested the assistance of the public in obtaining information on a felony theft from a local business at State Highway 146 South around 1:15 a.m. March 7. …
Local law enforcement says a major narcotics distributor has been arrested following a joint county and state investigation. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office narcotics division and Texas …
Area graduations begin today (Thursday) and will conclude on June 6. Listed below are the schools, times, dates and places: Lamar State College Orange will hold its first local commencement …
Livingston Junior High School Teacher Kristina Miller is one of 71 educators nationwide that National History Day® is honoring as 2025 National History Day Teacher of the Year Award nominees. …
In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, Georgia-Pacific recognized and thanked the dedicated teachers and staff who go above and beyond every day to inspire and empower the next generation. As a …
The Prevention Resource Center, Region 5, in partnership with the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Council (ADAC), is hosting “Clearing the Air: A Conversation on Vaping & Tobacco,” a free …
COLDSPRING — In celebration of the Gifted and Talented Program, students in the district’s first through eighth grades showcased their hard work, creativity, and historical knowledge at a …
COLDSPRING — A request from representatives from the Emergency Services District to have the Coldspring VFD building turned over to them was denied by the Coldspring City Council. Mayor …
TRINITY — This year’s Trinity Community Fair slogan of Deep Roots and Country Boots was on full display Friday, with community members and students past and present showing up for the …
TRINITY — A passion project for a Trinity County native was handed to the Trinity City Council after an impassioned plea to save the Millican Cemetery. At the Thursday council meeting, …
