AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott reappointed Robert Trapp as Presiding Judge of the Second Administrative Judicial Region for a term set to expire four years from the date of qualification. Robert …
The leaders who guided the United States through its earliest years faced an uncertain task. Independence brought freedom, but it also required the creation of a functioning government capable …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas 8, alongside Reps. Lou Correa, D-Calif., Jack Bergman, R-Mich., and Michael McCaul, R-Texas 10, introduced the Initiating Biomedical Outcomes …
SHEPHERD — After considering numerous applicants, the Shepherd ISD Board voted 7-0 to name Dr. Todd Davis as the lone finalist for the Shepherd ISD Superintendent. By law, the Board may not …
SHEPHERD — TEA Conservator Trish Hank was accompanied by the Director of Teaching and Learning, Marjorie Pineda, to present a new plan for the upcoming school year to the board. This new …
COLDSPRING — Melissa Crowder, the James Street Elementary school counselor, took the podium at the June 22 board meeting to present the idea of having an animal partner to assist in guiding …
LINCOLN, Neb. — Landscapes Unlimited has rounded out the team re-developing the former Cape Royale Golf Course in Coldspring, one hour north of Houston. The company’s Project Development …
COLDSPRING — While the county has put money and effort into keeping its jail space up to standard, workspace for the Sheriff and his deputies has been largely ignored, and the Commissioners Court …
The story of the United States spans 250 years of change, growth and adjustment. From a small group of colonies along the Atlantic coast to a nation that stretches across a continent, America …
Courtesy of Greenshoot Media Food tells a quiet but powerful story about American life. What people grew, cooked and shared reflected geography, culture and daily routine. Over 250 years, …
COLDSPRING — The San Jacinto County Courthouse Square came alive Saturday morning as residents gathered for the county's annual Juneteenth Celebration. Despite cloudy skies, the atmosphere was …
Three brothers whose San Jacinto County homes were significantly damaged by Hurricane Beryl are rebuilding side by side, thanks to the Texas General Land Office (GLO). On June 17, the Texas …
In a field of tough competitors, Polk County Publishing Company (PCPC) received 14 awards in the 2025 Better Newspaper Contest during the 146 th annual Texas Press Association (TPA) Convention & …
Readers, Your community newspaper is going to be for sale for the first time in decades. Mr. Alvin Holley purchased Polk County Publishing Company in 1974 and today, PCPC comprises four …
As we near July 4th, it’s always fun to think of the various red, white and blue dishes we can come up with. A couple that I have made over the years are “Any-Kind-Of-Fruit Galette” and …
SHEPHERD — A leak of a liquid propane/ethane mix from a pipeline near FM 1127 prompted an evacuation of area residents and the closure of the road. According to information from the San …
POINT BLANK — Three people were arrested June 9 in connection with an investigation into child pornography. Gregory Powell, 49, Brian Powell, 47, and Kim Bird, 67, were arrested on charges …
COLDSPRING — A recently completed audit of the San Jacinto County Emergency Services District No. 1 shows the ESD is in good standing. Director Denise Lewis submitted the audit to the San …
SHEPHERD — After hearing from state officials regarding food truck regulations, the Shepherd City Council repealed an ordinance that regulates food trucks. City Secretary Debra Hagler said …
If you read last week’s column then you know that we’ve recently completed a much-needed kitchen update. It’s nice and refreshing and I’m very grateful we had the opportunity to do this. …