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Fast Action from Kirbyville VFD Extinguishes Shed Fire
The Kirbyville Volunteer Fire Department swiftly responded to a fire that broke out on Sunday just after 5:00 PM. The incident occurred on Farm to Market Road 1004 West southwest of Kirbyville, on the property of Michael Laurence. The fire, which ignited in a small building believed to contain old...
Monday afternoon fire destroys home in Newton
Newton Fire Department Captain Melanie Smith says a Monday afternoon fire that destroyed a home in Newton is believed to have began under or around a water heater. It happened shortly after 2:00 at the Marilyn Williams residence at 203 Bill Rowe Road on the southwest side of town. Captain...
JISD Superintendent shares impressive numbers related to this year’s seniors
Jasper ISD Superintendent John Seybold has shared some impressive numbers related to seniors in the Class of 2024. ~ Received $1.1 million worth of scholarships and grants. Jasper High School graduation will be Friday, May 31st, 8:00pm, in the Jasper Football Stadium.
Workers in Hardin, Jasper County can apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Austin — The Texas Workforce Commission is accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in six additional counties impacted by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 26. As noted in the announcement from Governor Greg Abbott, the amended Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster declaration includes Eastland, Hardin, Harris, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, Walker, and Waller Counties.
Volunteer firefighters deliver supplies to NW Jasper County residents still stranded by floodwaters
BEECH GROVE, Texas — Volunteer firefighters from Beech Grove spent much of Sunday ferrying supplies to residents in northwest Jasper County who remain flooded in following recent rains. The firefighters, with help from Angelina River Fire And Rescue and Jasper County Precinct One Commissioner Seth Martindale, made at least...
Driver escapes with minor injuries after crashing into Jasper motel
JASPER — A driver is facing only minor injuries after crashing into a motel in Jasper. The crash occurred Sunday morning around 8 a.m. at the Sunrise Inn Motel in the 1700 block of South Wheeler Street. The police are still investigating the cause of this accident. Current reports...
Pirates blank Sam Rayburn, 6-0
Sam Rayburn wanted one game in its Class 2A region quarterfinal baseball duel with No. 1 Collinsville. The Rebels got their wish, but the Pirates reminded their opponent to be careful for what they wish for. Logan Jenkins struck out 13 Sam Rayburn batters and surrendered just two hits in...
Two people injured in Saturday evening crash west of Jasper near Beech Grove
Two people are reported to be undergoing treatment for the injuries they received in a two vehicle auto accident that occurred shortly before 6:00 on Saturday evening on Highway 190 near Beech Grove. The volunteers of the Beech Grove Fire Department, along with other emergency crews, were dispatched to the...
Shady Ln at Pinecrest Dr closed one week for construction project
Officials with Texas Materials Company have announced that Shady Lane at Pinecrest Drive in southeast Jasper will be closed for one week as the company installs new underground culverts. The closure began on Tuesday, May 21st, and work is expected to be completed around Tuesday, May 28th. Drivers on the...
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