

Sabine County Issues 30-Day Burn Ban Amid Ongoing Drought Conditions
SABINE COUNTY, Texas — The Sabine County Commissioners Court has issued a countywide burn ban, prohibiting outdoor burning for a period of 30 days due to dangerously dry conditions and elevated wildfire risks. The order, signed Monday, cites extended lack of rainfall, hot, dry weather, and the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) exceeding 700 as key factors contributing to the decision. The KBDI measures drought severity and wildfire potential, with readings above 600 indicati

Rita Shipp
1 day ago


Heartbreaking Ending at Toledo Bend: Body of Missing Angler Peyton Hughes Recovered
SABINE COUNTY, Texas – What began as a hopeful search for a missing college angler has ended in unimaginable heartbreak. Authorities...

Rita Shipp
Sep 26


Kayak Angler Missing at Toledo Bend
SABINE COUNTY, Texas — Authorities in Texas and Louisiana are continuing to search for a missing college student who disappeared Sept. 24...

J Sharp
Sep 25


Now Hiring Across Deep East Texas!
Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas has released new job listings this week with openings in Jasper, Sabine, and surrounding counties....

Rita Shipp
Sep 16


Beech Grove Fire Chief Supports Local Rider’s Mission to Fight Childhood Cancer
With a smile as bright as her spirit, 4-year-old Evelyn “Evie” Perez marked the end of nearly two years of treatment for childhood...

Rita Shipp
Sep 15


September is National Firefighter Month: Honoring the Heroes Who Protect Our Communities
Photo by Rita Shipp East Texas — When the sirens sound and the pager goes off, firefighters leave their families, their meals, and their...

Rita Shipp
Sep 3


East Texas Water Battle: Lawmakers Hit Pause on Big Pumping Project
Photo Credit: Jasper County Texas Development District #1 Lake Sam Rayburn, East Texas’ largest reservoir, is closely tied to the...

Rita Shipp
Aug 26


Severe Storms Leave Thousands Without Power Across East Texas
As of 10:10 p.m. Monday Severe weather moving through East Texas Monday night has caused widespread power outages across multiple...

Rita Shipp
Aug 18


West Sabine ISD to Host Free Mock Wellness Clinic Friday Morning
West Sabine ISD is inviting the public to attend a free Mock Wellness Clinic tomorrow, Friday, July 25 at 10:00 a.m., held at West Sabine...

Rita Shipp
Jul 24


Pineywoods Fishing Report — Week of July 23, 2025
Information provided by Texas Parks & Wildlife The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) released their latest weekly report, and...

Rita Shipp
Jul 24


TWO ARRESTED ON NARCOTICS CHARGES IN SABINE COUNTY — ONE FROM JASPER
Two individuals were arrested in separate incidents by the Sabine County Sheriff’s Office on July 22, 2025, following traffic stops that...

Rita Shipp
Jul 23


Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas Now Offering Virtual Appointments
Need help with job searching, resume building, or other workforce services but can’t make it into the office? Workforce Solutions Deep...

Rita Shipp
Jul 12


East Texas 4th of July Events 2025 🇺🇸
In Southeast Texas, the 4th of July is a really big deal. From fireworks, to BBQ, and watermelon- families everywhere are looking to have...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jun 30


Three from Jasper and Brookeland arrested on drug charges in Sabine County
BROOKELAND, TX- On the evening of June 24th, Deputies from the Sabine County Sheriff's Office were conducting a fugitive investigation in...
Sandi Saulsbury
Jun 30


Southeast Texas Stand Down 2025 to Support Veterans, Families, and the Homeless
A special event aimed at supporting veterans, their families, and the homeless is scheduled for Friday, August 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m ....

Rita Shipp
May 31


Hemphill Hornets Crowned Bi-District Champs, Ready for Area Round Against Normangee
Hemphill Hornets celebrate their Bi-District Championship and now turn their focus to the Area Round against Normangee. Photo courtesy of...

Rita Shipp
May 5


Accident near the Jasper/Sabine County line sent one to the hospital Sunday
SABINE COUNTY, TX – The Texas Department of Public Safety investigated an accident on Hwy 96, near Cr 200, that happened just after 4 pm...
Sandi Saulsbury
May 5


Daughters of the Republic of Texas invite the public to a presentation at the Gaines-Oliphint House in Milam
The public is invited to attend a ceremony held by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas at the Gaines-Oliphint House in Milam on...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 11


Pre-Republic, Anglo American structure in Texas, will be open to the public from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, April 5.
Reminder The Gaines-Oliphint House, a two story, double-pen, hand hewed log house constructed in 1818, the earliest surviving...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 11


What to do in the case of a kitchen fire!
The Pineland Volunteer Fire Department has released some fire safety information that everyone needs to know; Picture this: You’re making...
Sandi Saulsbury
Feb 23