Road reclamation, resurfacing project to begin Nov. 2 on CR 604 in Dayton
Liberty County Pct. 4 Commissioner Gerald Kolarik is advising residents that Pct. 4 will begin a road reclamation and resurfacing project on CR 604 on Monday, Nov. 2, with construction expected to continue through...
Animal advocates demand answers as Liberty County shelter plans remain uncertain
Three animal advocates confronted Liberty County commissioners Tuesday, Oct. 27, demanding answers about the county's long-awaited animal shelter and questioning why the project has made little apparent progress.
County Judge Jay Knight said after the...
Grand and reserve champions bring more than $253K at TVE Premium Sale
Young exhibitors from across the area stepped into the sale arena Friday, Oct. 23, as buyers opened their wallets to support their hard work during the 2026 Trinity Valley Exposition (TVE) Premium Sale in...
TVE buyers bid $50,000 for grand champion rabbit to support Bettis family
Bidders rallied behind an Anahuac family at the Trinity Valley Exposition Youth Livestock Auction in Liberty on Oct. 23, driving the family’s grand champion market rabbit to $50,000 in support of Jared Bettis, who...
Cleveland aviation pioneer gets final salute from fellow pilots
For Jo Ann Young, the sky was never the limit. It was a place of adventure, freedom and cherished memories shared with her late husband, Moon Young.
When Jo Ann died on Oct. 12, 2026,...
TVE Rodeo Parade brings crowds to downtown Liberty
Downtown Liberty was filled with the sights and sounds of the Trinity Valley Exposition Rodeo Parade on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as the annual tradition helped kick off another exciting week of rodeo festivities.
The parade...
Fall festivals, community events planned across Liberty County and surrounding areas
From pumpkin patches and costume contests to trunk-or-treat celebrations, vendor markets and family festivals, communities across Liberty County and surrounding areas have plenty of opportunities to celebrate the fall season.
Churches, businesses, civic organizations and...
Chambers County celebrates completion of Gregory Park Splash Pad
A new splash pad at Gregory Park in Chambers County has been completed, giving local families another outdoor recreational facility to enjoy when warmer weather returns.
The project, located in Chambers County Pct. 1, is...
From dirt roads to modern Dayton: Lester Ray Wisegerber reflects on 95 years
At 95 years old, Lester Ray Wisegerber has watched Dayton grow from a small farming community with dirt streets and little traffic into a bustling city where motorists sometimes spend more time waiting on...
Liberty County commissioners discuss jail repairs, holiday lights, other projects
Liberty County Commissioners Court covered a wide range of business during its Tuesday, Oct. 13, meeting, including repairs at the county jail, grant-funded infrastructure projects and a $12,150 expense to decorate the courthouse for...
Liberty City Council votes 5-2 to keep Flock cameras despite privacy concerns
Liberty City Council voted 5-2 on Tuesday, Oct. 13, to renew its contract with Flock Safety, keeping nine license plate-reading cameras in place throughout the city despite objections from several residents and council members...
City of Liberty targeted in $600,000 payment fraud scheme
The City of Liberty has fallen victim to a fraudulent wire transfer totaling approximately $600,000 after receiving a payment request from an email address impersonating a legitimate vendor.
According to a statement released by the...
It’s almost rodeo time! TVE festivities kick off Oct. 16
The Trinity Valley Exposition is gearing up for its annual fair and rodeo, bringing 10 days of entertainment, livestock competitions, carnival rides, parades and rodeo action to Liberty County beginning Friday, Oct. 16.
The celebration,...
Tarkington Roundup set for Oct. 31, new events added
The 23rd annual Tarkington Round-Up will be held Saturday, Oct. 31, in front of Tarkington Middle School on FM 163, bringing together students, alumni and community members for a day of entertainment, family activities...
A mother’s grief becomes a book of hope: Shelby McGinnis shares her story
Shelby McGinnis thought the knock at her door meant her youngest daughter had finally arrived for Sunday lunch on Oct. 4, 2020. She was ready to give Markie a hard time for keeping her...
Anahuac’s Maci Duff crowned Miss TVE Fair queen
Maci Duff of Anahuac was crowned Miss Trinity Valley Exposition Fair Queen on Saturday evening, Oct. 10, earning the honor of representing the Trinity Valley Exposition throughout the coming year.
A student at Anahuac High...
Road reclamation, resurfacing project to begin Nov. 2 on CR 604 in Dayton
Liberty County Pct. 4 Commissioner Gerald Kolarik is advising residents that Pct. 4 will begin a road reclamation and resurfacing project on CR 604 on Monday, Nov. 2, with construction expected to continue through...
Animal advocates demand answers as Liberty County shelter plans remain uncertain
Three animal advocates confronted Liberty County commissioners Tuesday, Oct. 27, demanding answers about the county's long-awaited animal shelter and questioning why the project has made little apparent progress.
County Judge Jay Knight said after the...
Grand and reserve champions bring more than $253K at TVE Premium Sale
Young exhibitors from across the area stepped into the sale arena Friday, Oct. 23, as buyers opened their wallets to support their hard work during the 2026 Trinity Valley Exposition (TVE) Premium Sale in...
TVE buyers bid $50,000 for grand champion rabbit to support Bettis family
Bidders rallied behind an Anahuac family at the Trinity Valley Exposition Youth Livestock Auction in Liberty on Oct. 23, driving the family’s grand champion market rabbit to $50,000 in support of Jared Bettis, who...
Cleveland aviation pioneer gets final salute from fellow pilots
For Jo Ann Young, the sky was never the limit. It was a place of adventure, freedom and cherished memories shared with her late husband, Moon Young.
When Jo Ann died on Oct. 12, 2026,...
TVE Rodeo Parade brings crowds to downtown Liberty
Downtown Liberty was filled with the sights and sounds of the Trinity Valley Exposition Rodeo Parade on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as the annual tradition helped kick off another exciting week of rodeo festivities.
The parade...
Fall festivals, community events planned across Liberty County and surrounding areas
From pumpkin patches and costume contests to trunk-or-treat celebrations, vendor markets and family festivals, communities across Liberty County and surrounding areas have plenty of opportunities to celebrate the fall season.
Churches, businesses, civic organizations and...
Chambers County celebrates completion of Gregory Park Splash Pad
A new splash pad at Gregory Park in Chambers County has been completed, giving local families another outdoor recreational facility to enjoy when warmer weather returns.
The project, located in Chambers County Pct. 1, is...
From dirt roads to modern Dayton: Lester Ray Wisegerber reflects on 95 years
At 95 years old, Lester Ray Wisegerber has watched Dayton grow from a small farming community with dirt streets and little traffic into a bustling city where motorists sometimes spend more time waiting on...
Liberty County commissioners discuss jail repairs, holiday lights, other projects
Liberty County Commissioners Court covered a wide range of business during its Tuesday, Oct. 13, meeting, including repairs at the county jail, grant-funded infrastructure projects and a $12,150 expense to decorate the courthouse for...
Liberty City Council votes 5-2 to keep Flock cameras despite privacy concerns
Liberty City Council voted 5-2 on Tuesday, Oct. 13, to renew its contract with Flock Safety, keeping nine license plate-reading cameras in place throughout the city despite objections from several residents and council members...
City of Liberty targeted in $600,000 payment fraud scheme
The City of Liberty has fallen victim to a fraudulent wire transfer totaling approximately $600,000 after receiving a payment request from an email address impersonating a legitimate vendor.
According to a statement released by the...
It’s almost rodeo time! TVE festivities kick off Oct. 16
The Trinity Valley Exposition is gearing up for its annual fair and rodeo, bringing 10 days of entertainment, livestock competitions, carnival rides, parades and rodeo action to Liberty County beginning Friday, Oct. 16.
The celebration,...
Tarkington Roundup set for Oct. 31, new events added
The 23rd annual Tarkington Round-Up will be held Saturday, Oct. 31, in front of Tarkington Middle School on FM 163, bringing together students, alumni and community members for a day of entertainment, family activities...
A mother’s grief becomes a book of hope: Shelby McGinnis shares her story
Shelby McGinnis thought the knock at her door meant her youngest daughter had finally arrived for Sunday lunch on Oct. 4, 2020. She was ready to give Markie a hard time for keeping her...
Anahuac’s Maci Duff crowned Miss TVE Fair queen
Maci Duff of Anahuac was crowned Miss Trinity Valley Exposition Fair Queen on Saturday evening, Oct. 10, earning the honor of representing the Trinity Valley Exposition throughout the coming year.
A student at Anahuac High...