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SNAP recipients in Polk, Trinity County can apply for replacement benefits after storms
TRINITY COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in Polk and Trinity County can apply for replacement benefits due to food lost or destroyed by recent storms, Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday. “Due to recent severe weather and flooding that devastated communities across our state, impacted Texans will be able to […]
With dreams to change the world, David looks for family willing to stand by his side
Lufkin, Texas (KLTV) - When you ask a kid what their interests are, Newton’s Law might not be first in mind, but for David, his interests are part of what make him special. “I like, like the form of the universe, Newton’s Laws, different formulas for different calculations of different elements,” David said.
East Texas Ag News: Fruit drop seen by some home growers
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - My part of the world has been hit with an inordinate amount of rain in the recent weeks. Now that the rain has slowed and warm temperatures have set in, we are seeing some of the unwanted results of excessive rain. My old friend Joe Noel...
Hudson’s Warren drives in run in UT-RGV win
MESA, Ariz. (KLTV) - Former Hudson Hornet Hank Warren drove in a run as UT-RGV came from behind to beat Grand Canyon 10 to 9 on Thursday. The junior started in right field and batted eighth. Warren got his lone hit in the fifth inning off a single into right...
Franklin completes sweep of Huntington in baseball regional semifinals
The Franklin baseball team advanced to the Class 3A Region III finals after completing a sweep of Huntington with a 7-2 victory Friday afternoon at the Huntsville ISD Baseball and Softball Complex. The Lions won the series opener 2-0 Thursday night before finishing the job less than 24 hours later.
County costs for Phillips’ lawsuits exceed $250K
In March, a jury found Derek Phillips guilty of interfering with public duties and resisting arrest. That conviction has resulted in Derek Phillips’ suit against the county being dismissed by a federal court. The same outcome is expected for the suit filed by his mother, who was convicted earlier this month.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available in Seven Counties Impacted by Recent Severe Weather, Flooding
AUSTIN – The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is now accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) as a result of the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 26. Governor Greg Abbott requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration on May 15, 2024, which included a request for DUA benefits in seven counties. Under the May 17, 2024, Presidential Disaster Declaration, workers and self-employed individuals in Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, and Walker Counties who have been unable to work due to damage sustained from the severe weather may be eligible for DUA benefits.
WebXtra: Lufkin doctor gives advice to avoid children’s ER visits during summer
Stephen Bennett, the Emergency Services Director at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin. He discusses seeing an increase in children at the ER due to summer break and an increase in outdoor activities.
Driver critically injured when car hit a tree backwards
Polk County Today is reporting that a driver is in critical condition after a car slammed into a tree backwards. It happened shortly before 7:00 Friday evening on U.S. Highway 59. Investigating troopers said that Etoyle Rigsby, 43, of Corrigan, was driving a 2002 Infinity sedan northbound when he lost...
Huntington falls 2-0 to Franklin in Game One of Regional Semi
HUNTSVILLE, Texas (KETK) — The Huntington Red Devils have made it to the 3A Regional Semifinals, after knocking off Central Heights last week. On Thursday night in Huntsville, they could not get their offense going and dropped Game One to Franklin 2-0. Game Two of this series will be Friday at 12:30 p.m. back at […]
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