The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Polk-San Jacinto County Soil and Water Conservation Districts are seeking input from the public on how to best serve local citizens …

Did you ever make mud pies when you were a kid? I know I did, but mine were usually made of sawdust from my dad’s woodworking shop. It was easier to clean up after and to wash off my hands. …

Livingston City Manager Bill Wiggins was the guest speaker for the February meeting of the Polk County Retired Teachers’ Association (PCRTA). He reported on damage that was sustained during the …

The 2024-2025 targeted improvement plan and the 2025-2026 academic calendar will both be discussed and considered for approval by the Board of Trustees of the Goodrich Independent School District …

During its Feb. 11 meeting, the Onalaska City Council approved a request submitted by the Twin Harbors Subdivision Property Owners Association to accept roads that were previously accepted and …

Local Attorney and World War II Enthusiast Joe Roth presented a program on the Doolittle Raid for the Rotary Club of Livingston Thursday. “The Doolittle Raid on April 18, 1942 during World …

Chief Deputy Andy Lowrie and others from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office presented a program on mental health for the Livingston Lions Club Wednesday. Lowrie said that the two biggest …

Having opened bids Feb. 4, the Livingston City Council awarded the bid for the South Washington water line improvements to 5T during its Feb. 11 regular meeting. Engineer Dalton Brown said …

We’ve always enjoyed salmon and it’s so good for you. It’s a great source of protein, plus it’s packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for heart health, brain …

The sun came up this morning and along with it came the songs of birds, and a breeze that teased early Spring. My pups nuzzled close for a belly rub. The smooth taste of coffee brought my taste buds …

Last week, a routine traffic stop conducted by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office night shift patrol led to a significant narcotics investigation. The investigation occurred on Mill Gate …

The third annual Polk County Leo Club Youth Talent show will be held April 5 in the Florence Crosby Auditorium at Creekside Elementary School located at 1 Lions Ave. in Livingston. The talent show is …

Texas A&M Forest Service, Piney Wood Lakes Chapter Texas Master Naturalists, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Polk County will distribute hundreds of bare-root trees to encourage …

Dr. Tom Johnson, president of Lamar State College Orange, requested $1.5 million for the Texas State University System Polk County Center when he testified before the Senate Committee on Finance in …

A plat filing form for unapproved subdivisions was approved by the Polk County Commissioners Court during its regular meeting Tuesday. Done at the recommendation of District Attorney Shelly Sitton, …

On Wednesday at approximately 1 p.m., a report was submitted to the Onalaska Police Department in reference to a theft at the Dollar General Market in Onalaska. The person of interest is shown above, …

Last Saturday night, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office night shift deputies assisted the Onalaska Police Department in locating stolen items. A cell phone and purse had been taken earlier …

A public hearing to receive public comment on the request to replat Shelter Cove Section 2, Lots 28 and 29 in Precinct 1 as Lots 28A and 29A is on the agenda for the regular meeting of the Polk …

I know people that eat dessert regularly after a meal … and there’s nothing wrong with that. I’m not a big dessert person myself however, much preferring something salty or savory. …

De’Andre Shermail Wright, 24 of Livingston, entered a guilty plea on Jan. 13 and was sentenced to 50 years for the May 5, 2024 murder of Jasmine Muldoon, 25 of Livingston. Muldoon was …