Donivon Albert Digby, 30, of Huntington Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1/1-B <1G Bond: Not listed Michael Donnell White, 49, of Woodville Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 <1G Bond: Not listed Cory Donnell Mitchell, 18, of Colmesneil Public Intoxication Bond: Not listed Calvin William Redmon, 48, of Ivanhoe Evading Arrest or Detention with a Vehicle Bond: $25,000 Chris Barclay, 51, of Hillister Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon Bond: Not listed Bruc

CASA of the Sabine Neches Region has launched a new community outreach and marketing initiative aimed at bringing its mission directly into the communities it serves across Southeast Texas. The initiative, titled “Kickin’ It with CASA,” will take representatives of CASA of the Sabine Neches Region on the road twice each month to visit all six counties in its service area: Orange, Jasper, Hardin, Newton, Sabine, and Tyler counties. Through the outreach effort, CASA will spotli

Residents across East and Southeast Texas are being urged to use extra caution with outdoor activities as elevated fire weather conditions develop across much of the region, according to state and federal fire and weather officials. While the most extreme fire danger — known as Red Flag conditions — is focused farther west in Texas, dry air, gusty winds, and warm winter temperatures are creating higher-than-normal wildfire potential on Thursday and Friday, including in Deep E

Woodville native JaCorey Hyder carries the ball for Lamar during the 2025 season. (Photo courtesy of Lamar Athletics) While college football’s brightest spotlight often shines on bowl games and playoff runs, consistent production week after week is just as valuable — and that’s where JaCorey Hyder has carved out his role this season. Hyder, a senior tight end for the Lamar Cardinals, has emerged as one of the team’s most dependable offensive weapons during the 2025 campaign,

Local ESDs and Fire Department updates on the Control Burns going on throughout East Texas. Jasper County Emergency Services District # 4 500 acre control burn Hwy 96 and Hwy 255. Use caution while driving through the area. Dense smoke conditions!! Newton Volunteer Fire Department We are aware of 2 prescribed (control) burns currently being conducted in Newton Co. today 1) FM 1416 Jamestown area 165.9 acres to be burnt. 2) Hyw 87 North near Scrappin Valley 876 acres to be bur

Ladonna Michelle Barlow, 52, of Woodville Driving While Intoxicated – 2nd offense Bond: $3,500 Seth Aaron Fasske, 36, of Colmesneil Criminal Trespass; Resisting Arrest, Search or Transport; Stalking Bonds: $2,500; $3,500; $20,000 Troy Glynn Jernigan, 71, of Woodville Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child Bond information not listed Rose Reynoso-Munoz, 38, of Warren Burglary of a Habitation (three counts) Bond information not listed Herbert Phillip Wilson, 42, of Livingston Org

Photos Courtesy of Tyler County Sheriff's Office SPURGER, Texas — A reported purse theft in the Spurger area led to the arrest of two individuals and the discovery of methamphetamine following an investigation by the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office, according to a press release issued by Sheriff Bryan Weatherford. On Sunday, December 21, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Tyler County deputies were patrolling the Spurger area when they were dispatched to the Spurger Family Dolla

Photos Courtesy of Tyler County Sheriff's Office TYLER COUNTY, Texas — A Friday night traffic stop in the Dam-B / Town Bluff area resulted in a narcotics arrest after deputies with the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office reportedly discovered multiple controlled substances inside a vehicle. According to authorities, the incident occurred on Friday, December 12, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., while deputies were patrolling the Dam-B area near Town Bluff. Deputies stopped a yellow

Photo by Dam B VFD DAM B, Texas — Multiple volunteer fire departments responded Wednesday morning to a garage fire that was already fully engulfed when units arrived, according to Dam B Volunteer Fire Department officials. Dam B VFD reported that the call came in shortly after 9:00 AM on FM 92 near County Road 4096. Six Dam B volunteers responded with one pumper, a tanker, and two brush trucks. Upon arrival, crews found the detached garage heavily involved, with flames exten

Photo by Tyler County Sheriff's Office DAM-B, Texas — A late-night traffic stop in the Dam-B/Town Bluff area ended with a felony drug arrest after Tyler County deputies say they discovered methamphetamine inside a vehicle during a roadside search. According to the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were patrolling FM 92 around 2:25 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, when they pulled over a Kia Nitro for a traffic violation near County Road 4175. Several individuals were inside

Photos Courtesy of Tyler County Sheriff's Office TOWN BLUFF, Texas — A late-night patrol in the Town Bluff/Dam-B area resulted in a felony narcotics arrest after Tyler County Sheriff’s deputies discovered methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop. According to the Tyler County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Deputies stopped a Nissan Frontier on FM 1746 near the Victory in Jesus Church for a traffic vi

Photo by Warren ISD WARREN, Texas  — For the second year in a row, Warren Jr. High’s theatre program walked away champions, earning 1st Place at the UIL One Act Play competition with their vibrant performance of The Wizard of Oz , adapted by Melanie Spivey. The cast and crew delivered a polished, heartfelt production that impressed judges from start to finish. Warren ISD praised the students for their dedication, creativity, and countless hours of rehearsal — all of which pai

Tyler County Treasurer  Leann Monk  has officially announced that she will seek another term in office, sharing her decision in a statement released this week. Monk, who was first elected in 2019, said the opportunity to serve the county has been one of the greatest responsibilities of her career. She emphasized her continued commitment to the residents who rely on the Treasurer’s Office and the daily work of managing county funds. In her announcement, Monk reflected on her t

By Sal Baldovinos WOODVILLE, Texas – Dec. 2, 2025 Texas’ new restroom-access law, Senate Bill 8, takes effect Thursday, creating sex-based restrictions in public buildings statewide. The measure, also referred to by lawmakers as the Texas Women’s Privacy Act, applies directly to counties, cities, school districts and public universities — including facilities in Tyler County. Local public agencies are now required to ensure multi-stall restrooms, showers and changing rooms ar

By Sal Baldovinos WOODVILLE, Texas – Nov. 27, 2025  — A Thanksgiving morning house fire displaced a Woodville resident after crews from multiple agencies worked together to contain a blaze on FM 1746. The Woodville Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched at 8:06 a.m. to 819 FM 1746 after reports of smoke coming from the home owned by Ken Hortan. According to Woodville VFD Chief Alan Gartner, firefighters arrived to find heavy fire conditions and requested mutual aid from Iva

By Sal Baldovinos WOODVILLE, Texas – November 28, 2025 The first-ever community Thanksgiving meal hosted at the Pickett House Restaurant brought more people together than anyone expected, as volunteers and donors helped serve 171 meals to Tyler County residents on Thanksgiving Day. According to organizers, the idea began with Pickett House General Manager  Loria Flanigan , who approached the Tyler County Heritage Society earlier this year with a request to use the historic re

By Sal Baldovinos WARREN, Texas – Nov. 26, 2025.  Jim Zachary has formally announced his candidacy for Justice of the Peace for Precinct 4, seeking a return to public service in Tyler County. Zachary, who previously served as Constable for Precinct 4 before retiring in 2020, said his decision to run is rooted in his continued work in law enforcement and judicial support roles. His announcement outlines a broad range of experience across local and federal agencies, including s

Kamryn Grammer and her niece delivering 250 donated toys to the Tyler County Booster — making Christmas brighter for local kids, one toy at a time. Photo by Tyler County Booster WOODVILLE, Texas — The 1st Annual Miss Gulf Coast Pageant, held Saturday, November 22 at Woodville High School, made a strong debut both on the stage and in the community by collecting 250 toys for the Tyler County Toys for Tots campaign. The pageant, coordinated by Kamryn Grammer, incorporated commu

WOODVILLE, TX – November 2025  — The Pickett House is opening its doors this Thanksgiving to ensure no Tyler County resident spends the holiday without a warm meal or a welcoming place to gather. Staff members announced that they will be serving a community Thanksgiving Dinner and are inviting anyone who needs a traditional holiday meal or simply a place to spend the day. According to the Pickett House, enough food has been prepared to serve 150 people, with 110 meals still a

Woodville, TX – Nov. 24, 2025. A crash in the 6000 block of FM 1013 is blocking both lanes of traffic, according to information reported by The East Texas Banner and confirmed by Tyler County Emergency Management. TCOEM is asking drivers to avoid FM 1013 at this time while emergency crews respond to the scene. Motorists traveling toward Woodville from Spurger are advised to divert onto FM 1746, and those coming from the Hillister or Warren area along U.S. 69 should use altern