

Twelve East Texas Fire Departments Awarded $3.2 Million for New Trucks and Equipment
East Texas Banner File Photo Volunteer fire departments across East Texas are set to receive new trucks and equipment through record Texas A&M Forest Service funding. Twelve departments across Jasper, Tyler, and Newton counties were included in the $3.2 million allocation. EAST TEXAS — Volunteer firefighters across three East Texas counties are getting a major boost, as more than $3.2 million in new state funding will deliver modern trucks and firefighting equipment to 12 rur

Rita Shipp
16 hours ago


Livingston Police Arrest Woodville Man on Drug and Firearm Charges
Garlon Blake, 43, of Woodville, arrested on drug and firearm charges in Livingston, Texas. Photo Courtesy of Livingston Police Department. Livingston, Texas — A Woodville man was arrested Tuesday morning after police found him unresponsive inside a pickup truck at the Livingston Walmart parking lot with drug paraphernalia in his hand, according to the Livingston Police Department. Officers arrived on scene and identified the man as 43-year-old Garlon Blake of Woodville. After

Rita Shipp
22 hours ago


Employment Opportunity! Tyler County Sheriff’s Office Hiring Full-Time Jailer
WOODVILLE, Texas — Sheriff Bryan Weatherford has announced an employment opportunity within the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office for a full-time jailer position. The position offers an annual salary of $46,960.40, with a full benefits package that includes paid training and licensing, medical and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement through TCDRS. The posting will remain open until filled. According to the sheriff’s office, the jailer role includes ove

Rita Shipp
1 day ago


Tyler County Placed Under Burn Ban Effective Immediately
TYLER COUNTY, Texas — Tyler County is now under a burn ban and local disaster declaration, effective immediately, following an order...

Rita Shipp
Oct 7


Fall Fun Across East Texas: Your 2025 Festival & Trunk-or-Treat Guide
EAST TEXAS — The air is crisp, pumpkins are popping up on porches, and it’s officially fall festival season across Jasper, Newton, and...

Rita Shipp
Oct 6


Tyler County Arrest Report - 9/22/25 - 9/28/25
Singleton, Germaine, 48, Woodville Unauthorized Use of Vehicle McInnis, Michael Randolf, 36, Spurger Criminal Trespass — Bond: $10,000...

Rita Shipp
Sep 29


Deputies Secure Loose Horse Along FM 1745 in Chester
Photos provided by the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office show the horse. CHESTER, Texas — Tyler County Sheriff’s Deputies, with assistance...

Rita Shipp
Sep 29


Tyler County Man, Former Liberty County Coach and Youth Pastor, Convicted of Sexual Assault of Student
Booking photo of Jeffrey Brent Martin, 37. LIBERTY COUNTY – A former Tyler County high school coach and youth pastor has been convicted...

Rita Shipp
Sep 26


Warren ISD Responds to Terroristic Threat at High School
Warren, Texas – Warren Independent School District confirmed Thursday that an investigation took place at Warren High School after a...

Rita Shipp
Sep 25


From Tyler County to the SEC: Woodville QB Luke Babin Commits to Vanderbilt
Woodville, TEXAS – Woodville High School junior quarterback Luke Babin, a Class of 2027 standout and All A’s Honors student, has...

Rita Shipp
Sep 25


Tyler County Man Arrested After K9 Alert in Livingston
Livingston, Texas — A Tyler County man was arrested overnight in Livingston after a roadside investigation led to the discovery of...

Rita Shipp
Sep 25


Warren Firefighters Train for “Wild Line” Emergencies
Photo Courtesy of Tyler County ESD #4 - Warren Fire & Rescue WARREN, Texas — The Warren Fire & Rescue team sharpened their skills this...

Rita Shipp
Sep 24


Employment Opportunities: Tyler County Hospital Hiring Across Multiple Departments
WOODVILLE, Texas — Tyler County Hospital is actively seeking qualified candidates to join its team, with several positions currently open...

Rita Shipp
Sep 23


Woodville ISD Crowns 2025 Homecoming Queen, Eagles Soar Over Diboll
Woodville ISD’s 2025 Homecoming Queen, Antavia Martin, takes the field in celebration on Friday night. Photo Courtesy of Coleman's Family...

Rita Shipp
Sep 20


Local Disaster Declared in Chester as Water Crisis Deepens
CHESTER, Texas— The ongoing water crisis in Chester has officially escalated to a local state of disaster, declared Friday by Mayor...

Rita Shipp
Sep 20


PSA: Jasper County Judge - Mark Allen
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM ENTERGY REGARDING UPCOMING AERIAL VEGETATION MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS IN JASPER COUNTY AND SURROUNDING...

J Sharp
Sep 19


DETCOG Launches Broadband Study with Public Meetings Across Deep East Texas
The Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) is taking steps to improve internet service across its 11-county region by launching...

Rita Shipp
Sep 16


Allegiance Mobile Health, PHI Air Medical to Launch Air Medical Services in Jasper County
Photo Courtesy of Allegiance Mobile Health JASPER COUNTY, Texas – Emergency response in Jasper County is set to reach new heights this...

Rita Shipp
Sep 13


East Texas Could See Boost in Hospital and EMS Support Under New Laws
Photo Courtesy of The Office of the Governor Greg Abbott AUSTIN — Rural Texans, including those in Jasper, Newton, and Tyler Counties,...

Rita Shipp
Sep 9


East Texas Water Fight Not Over: Senate Strips Pause from Groundwater Export Bill
Photo by Rita Shipp. Everyday water sources, like this rural well in East Texas, could be affected if large-scale groundwater pumping...

Rita Shipp
Sep 7