

Bon Wier log truck hit by train in Evadale today
A Newton County log truck driver had a very close call this morning after his fully loaded log truck was hit by a train. Texas Department...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jan 2, 2024


Tri-Community VFD shared important safety tip
Here is another Awarness Tip from us to you. This is the bottom side of a candle warmer. They should be periodically checked for any heat...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jan 2, 2024


Newton County Jailer was jailed in Jasper County for having an inappropriate relationship with an inmate under her care
Following a lengthy investigation, a former Newton County Jailer and 911 Dispatch Operator was arrested and charged with having an...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jan 2, 2024


Jasper County Arrest Reports
The individuals included in this report have been charged with the crimes listed, but have not necessarily been convicted. As such, they...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jan 2, 2024


01/02/24 Weather Update (3 PM)
The next seven days will be quite active across East Texas. Widespread rainfall amounts of 2-4 inches will be common, with higher amounts...
Brayden Siau
Jan 2, 2024


Newton County Weekly Sheriff’s Report
January 1, 2024 Released by: Sheriff Robert Burby Calls To Services (December 25, 2023, to December 31, 2023): The Newton County...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jan 2, 2024


Don't be a victim of criminal opportunity
Kirbyville Police Captain Josh Hancock said Friday, that we are moving into the biggest theft time of the year. "January thru March is...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 29, 2023


Newton woman arrested following crash
The Texas Department of Public Safety arrested a Newton woman following an investigation into a crash on County Road 4123, east of state...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 29, 2023


Are You Not Entertained?
by Sal Moriarty Even casual college football fans seem to be aware of the brouhaha surrounding the College Football Playoff and the...

J Sharp
Dec 29, 2023


Structure fire in Liberty Community destroyed home
At 6:42 am Friday morning, the Burkeville Volunteer Fire Department were called out to a structure fire in the Liberty Community....
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 29, 2023


Jasper County Arrest Reports
The individuals included in this report have been charged with the crimes listed, but have not necessarily been convicted. As such, they...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 28, 2023


Jasper County Arrest Reports
The individuals included in this report have been charged with the crimes listed, but have not necessarily been convicted. As such, they...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 18, 2023


Newton Co. Sheriffs Report
December 18, 2023 Released by: Sheriff Robert Burby Calls To Services (December 11, 2023, to December 17, 2023): The Newton County...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 18, 2023


Newton VFD Annual Santa Run coming soon!
Newton Volunteer Fire Captain Melanie Bowman said, "Be watching!! We'll start around the square and move through the neighborhoods."
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 18, 2023


Burby released statement regarding last night's manhunt and Blankenship arrest
December 15, 2023 Released by: Sheriff Burby On December 14, 2023, DPS Narcotics Agents, DPS Patrol, Jasper County, and Newton County...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 15, 2023


Updated: Manhunt ended in the arrest of Rodney Blankenship
Updated: 33-year-old Rodney Blankenship is currently housed in Jasper County Jail without bond. On top of his already hefty charges of...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 14, 2023


Newton County Sheriff's Report
December 11, 2023 Released by: Sheriff Robert Burby Calls To Services (December 4, 2023, to December 10, 2023): The Newton County...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 13, 2023


Jasper County Arrest Reports
The individuals included in this report have been charged with the crimes listed, but have not necessarily been convicted. As such, they...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 13, 2023


Havard announces bid for Newton County Sheriff
Greetings, My name is Colton Havard. After much thought, prayer, and community encouragement, I would like to formally announce my...
Sandi Saulsbury
Dec 13, 2023
























