Sattler announces candidacy for Liberty City Council
Greg Sattler has stepped forward as a candidate for Liberty City Council in the May 4 election. Having established roots in Liberty County in 1979, Sattler first lived in Dayton and attended Dayton High...
Alligator surprises Hull couple by showing up at back door
A Hull couple had a startling encounter on Thursday, April 25, when they discovered a 6-foot alligator at the backdoor of their home. Kitty Key recounted that strange noises had been heard around their...
Colony Ridge celebrates grand opening of first fire station
Residents of the Colony Ridge community in the south of Plum Grove can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the neighborhood's inaugural fire station has officially opened its doors. The Plum Grove Volunteer...
80s themed purse bingo event to benefit Bridgehaven Children’s Advocacy Center
Get ready to break out your leg warmers and neon attire for a totally rad event benefiting a great cause! Bridgehaven Children's Advocacy Center is thrilled to announce its 80s Themed Purse Bingo, taking...
Liberty County approved for two new state troopers
In an effort to enhance law enforcement coverage, Liberty County is set to see an increase in the number of state troopers patrolling its highways and roads.
Currently, the county's DPS team comprises eight...
Tragedies strike Cleveland ISD students, families
For the second time in recent days, Cleveland ISD families are struggling with the loss of loved ones. On Saturday, April 20, a 15-year-old Cleveland High School student was found dead in his house...
New Chapter in Life: Winston House aids men in transformative journey
The Winston House, a new addition to Heaven's Army-Home of Amazing Grace, commenced its operations at 414 CR 318 in Cleveland on Jan. 1, 2024. This facility aims to provide guidance and support to...
Leadership East Texas holds graduation ceremony for aspiring community leaders
The Leadership East Texas (LET) hosted a graduation ceremony on Wednesday, April 17, at the Cleveland ISD Administration Office, to applaud the hard-earned achievements of 24 LET graduates from across Liberty, Polk, East Montgomery...
Tarkington ISD, Lee College recipients of career training grants
Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday, April 18, announced seven Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $2,103,320 have been awarded to seven schools in the Gulf Coast area by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)....
Bill Griffin announces candidacy for Liberty City Council
Bill Griffin has officially announced his candidacy for the upcoming May 4 election, vying for a seat on the Liberty City Council. Griffin brings with him a deep-rooted commitment to the betterment of his...
Alvin Burress announces candidacy for Dayton City Council, Position 2
Alvin Burress has officially declared his candidacy for Position 2 on the Dayton City Council in the upcoming May 4 election. With a long history of public service, Burress is no stranger to the...
Entergy Texas’ first solar facility provides power to more than 30K homes
Texas is the fastest growing state in the nation, and with rapid growth comes an increased demand for electricity. As the demand for power grows in Southeast Texas, many homeowners and businesses are requesting...
Crime Victims Vigil planned for April 25
The Office of Liberty County District Attorney Jennifer Bergman has issued a county-wide invitation to attend the candlelight vigil for crime victims and child abuse victims, which will be held on Thursday, April 25,...
Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas announces plans to build new casino resort
The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas announced on Monday, April 15, plans to build a brand-new casino resort on its Tribal lands in Polk County.
“We are incredibly excited to embark on this new chapter,”...
Sales tax holiday for emergency supplies set for April 27-29
As we enter the severe weather season, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans they can purchase certain items tax free during the state’s sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies, which begins at 12:01...
Liberty County ESD 7 breaks ground on new Moss Hill fire station
Liberty County ESD 7, also known as Hardin Fire and Rescue, celebrated a milestone on Sunday, April 14, with a ceremonial groundbreaking for its new fire station in Moss Hill. The new fire station...
