Photo courtesy of Mayor Robert Poynter CHESTER, Texas — An emergency medical helipad at Chester City Park was damaged early Friday morning after a vehicle was driven onto the restricted area, prompting concern from city officials and a call for public assistance. According to a statement released by Chester Mayor Robert Poynter , the incident occurred between approximately 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. Friday, when a vehicle entered the helipad — an area designated strictly for emergency

Wesley Harris, 28, of Corrigan, was arrested following an incident in Chester involving an alleged attempted bank break-in, assault on deputies, and possession of methamphetamine . Photo Courtesy of Tyler County Sheriff's Office CHESTER, Texas — A Corrigan man was arrested Saturday afternoon following an incident in Chester that began with a reported threat to break into a bank and escalated into an alleged assault on law enforcement officers. According to the Tyler County

By Jordan Wilson CHESTER, Texas - A new healthcare option is on its way to Chester, marking a major step forward for local families who have long traveled out of town for routine medical needs. A community clinic, constructed by students at Texas A&M University, will be installed next to the bank on Highway 287 and is projected to arrive in February 2026. The facility will initially operate two to three days a week and will be led by family nurse practitioner Timber Wright, a

Photos provided by the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office show the horse. CHESTER, Texas — Tyler County Sheriff’s Deputies, with assistance...

Livingston, Texas — A Tyler County man was arrested overnight in Livingston after a roadside investigation led to the discovery of...