Schools Monitor Impending Winter Weather Across East Texas
School districts are closely monitoring an approaching winter weather system expected to impact the region this weekend, with the potential for freezing rain, sleet, and snow. Beaumont ISD: will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to winter weather concerns. Big Sandy ISD : will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to winter weather concerns. Broaddus ISD : will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to winter weather concerns. Brookeland ISD: will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, and will have a la
Rita Shipp
Jan 25
Capital Murder Case: Six Arrested in Execution-Style Killing of JaMichael Phillips
JaMichael Phillips, 36, of Center, was killed in a shooting on Sept. 13, 2025. Six suspects are now charged with capital murder in the case. CENTER, Texas — A Shelby County capital murder investigation that began with the execution-style killing of a Center man in September 2025 has now resulted in six arrests, with the most recent suspect taken into custody earlier this month. The Crime JaMichael Phillips, 36, of Center, was shot and killed on September 13, 2025, at approxi
Rita Shipp
Jan 24
Tyler County Combines Warming Shelters Ahead of Winter Storm Fern
TYLER COUNTY — Tyler County Emergency Management has announced an update to warming shelter plans ahead of Winter Storm Fern, consolidating shelter operations into a single location to better serve residents. Due to a lack of available volunteers and generators, warming shelters have been combined and will operate only at Tyler County Emergency Management, located at 201 Veterans Way in Woodville. The shelter will open Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 4 p.m. and will remain open u
Rita Shipp
Jan 24
Jasper County Arrest Report – Friday, January 23, 2026
Skylar Monique Robertson, of Lufkin, TX – Age 28 Fail to Identify Fugitive with Intent to Give False Information Motion to Adjudicate – Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon Arresting Agency: Jasper Police Department at 6:07 AM Warrant/Ref#: 26-000744; 2021-0207-3 Brittany Nicole Atkins, of Bon Weir, TX – Age 36 Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear (Felony) Theft of Property ≥ $100 < $750 Arresting Agency: Jasper County Sheriff’s Office at 2:39 PM Warrant/Ref#: 13832JD; 14809
Rita Shipp
Jan 24
Deweyville to Host Precinct 4 Candidate Forum Ahead of March Primaries
DEWEYVILLE — Voters across Precinct 4 and surrounding East Texas communities will have an opportunity to hear from candidates in countywide and state legislative races during a Precinct 4 Candidate Forum scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 12, at Deweyville Elementary School. The forum will take place at the Deweyville Elementary School Cafeteria, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the event beginning at 6:00 p.m. Organized and facilitated by community member Cade Leger, the forum
Rita Shipp
Jan 24
Kirbyville High School Honors Senior Brianna Chandler as Student of the Week
Kirbyville High School has selected Senior Brianna Chandler as the Student of the Week for January 20-23, 2026. Brianna is widely known at Kirbyville High School for her positive attitude, kind spirit, and commitment to excellence. She is actively involved in numerous student organizations, including National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Yearbook, and Student Council, where she serves as Secretary. She also competes in UIL Editorial Writing, showcasing her academic strengths
Rita Shipp
Jan 24
