April 12, 1931 — October 11, 2025 Margaret Rose “Maggie” Sanderson, age 94, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, in Jasper, Texas. She was born on April 12, 1931, in Newport Beach, California, to Paul Keller and Elsie Rosenthal Keller, both originally from Germany. Maggie spent the first 60 years of her life in Southern California, where she developed a love of roller skating and often took part in local amateur competitions. In 1992, she relocated with family to Brook

August 24, 1949 - October 20, 2025 Donna "Doni" Lynn Grant, 76 of Kirbyville passed into travel journey Monday, October 20, 2025 in Beaumont. Born August 24, 1949 to Don Murys in Chicago, Illinois, she worked in retail. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Gary Grant; son, Tim Burns and Miracle of Kirbyville; daughter, Wendy Hiller and Matt of Winston Salem, NC; siblings, Debbie Burns and David, Diane Sandmark; grandchildren, David Burns and Jaimee, Stephanie Webste

Continuing Coverage With the federal government shutdown continuing and no resolution in sight, millions of Americans could soon see disruptions to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits — including Texans. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), if Congress doesn’t approve funding by October 27, Texas will not be able to issue November SNAP benefits. That means families across Jasper, Newton, and Tyler counties could face food insecurity as

The East Texas Banner is inviting residents across Jasper, Newton, and Tyler Counties to help shine a light on the incredible teachers who make a difference in classrooms every day. The East Texas Teacher Spotlight Giveaway, sponsored by El Charrito Mexican Restaurant in Jasper, celebrates educators who go above and beyond for their students — from late-night grading to early-morning pep talks and everything in between. Community members can submit nominations now through 11:

KOUNTZE, Texas — The Hardin County Commissioners Court voted unanimously Monday morning to extend the countywide burn ban for another 30 days. The decision came during a special session held at 9 a.m. as drought conditions continue across the region. Although parts of the county received some rain Tuesday, officials said it was not enough to relieve the severe drought. Additional rainfall is expected this weekend, and officials remain hopeful for a soaking rain without flood

Paul James Taucer, of Jasper, TX – Age 37 Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1/1-B ≥1G<4G Arresting Agency: Jasper County Sheriff’s Office at 3:51 AM Clay Fredrick, of Kountze, TX – Age 44 Assault Family/Household Member Impede Breath/Circulation Arresting Agency: Texas Department of Public Safety at 7:57 AM Mitchell Knight, of Jasper, TX – Age 54 Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1/1-B ≥4G<200G Arresting Agency: Jasper Police Department at 2:18 PM Kenneth Mitchell Woo