Batson, TX

A boat riding off the shores of Islamorada struck a power pole, killing a Texas man and injuring several others during the late afternoon on May 22. Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation officers responded to the single-boat incident around 4:45 p.m. near MM 78.5, bayside, in Islamorada. According to FWC, a 22-foot center console Hydra-Sport operated by Martin Mohr, 60, of Islamorada, was traveling west when it lost control and struck a power pole. Seven passengers onboard the boat were thrown into the water.

BEAUMONT, Texas — A Port Arthur man who previously pleaded guilty to intoxication manslaughter in the 2020 death of a Beaumont Police officer has withdrawn his plea and will now stand trial. Luis Fernando Torres, 20, of Port Arthur, had pleaded guilty in April 2022 in the death of...

Local businesses and organizations opened up their wallets and checkbooks for Dayton FFA Livestock Show auction on Saturday, May 21. There were 101 items up for bid with the highest bid of $15,000 going to Isandro Garcia for his Grand Champion Market Steer. It was purchased by Dayton-based grocery store, Thrif-Tee Food Center, which also purchased Reece Boswell’s Reserve Champion Market Broilers for $3,800 and Marco Arellanes’ Reserve Champion Ag Mechanics project for $8,000.

Mary Elizabeth Casey Doyle was born in Paden City, West Virginia to parents, Otto Howell and Dorothy Neff Howell. She went to her Heavenly Home, surrounded by her family, on May 23, 2022 in Cleveland, Texas at the age of 80. Mary has lived in Cleveland for over 30 years....

Clayton Edward Bagwell, 65, of Cleveland, Texas, went to his Heavenly home on Thursday, May 19, 2022. He was born on Thursday, May 16, 1957, in Dayton, Texas, to Hershal Howell Bagwell and Virgie Mae (Johnson) Bagwell, both of whom have preceded him in death. Clayton was also preceded in...

Have you heard of a Pitcher Plant? It’s one of four carnivorous types of plants that live in Texas. A carnivorous plant? Yes! Carnivorous plants meet most of their nutritional needs through the fluids and soft body parts of insects rather than getting nutrients solely from the soil like other plants.

When Samantha Zimmer of Houston, Texas reported to a dog rescue call, she discovered a hero dog who refused to leave his injured friend's side.

This week Greg shares information regarding planting tress in our areas of Southeast Texas. Do you have a gardening question for Greg? You can email your question to: Greg@kfdm.com. This segment is sponsored by Southern Nurseries. Call them at: (409) 386-0204 or visit them at: 1370 Highway 96 South -...

CLEVELAND — Calling all Taco Bell fans!. The Mexican Pizza makes its official return to the fast food chain starting Thursday, May 19 – but there’s a way you can get one before it’s released on menus nationwide. How?. Members of Taco Bell’s rewards program are...

KOUNTZE, Texas – Are you looking for something to do during the summer when family comes to visit or when the kids need to get out of the house? Experience Big Thicket National Preserve with a variety of free summer programs, including canoe trips, nature walks, free fishing days, and more.

This week Greg shares information regarding different types of chemical and how some might work. Do you have a gardening question for Greg? You can email your question to: Greg@kfdm.com. This segment is sponsored by Southern Nurseries. Call them at: (409) 386-0204 or visit them at: 1370 Highway 96 South...

Just 32 miles from Beaumont, the Big Thicket National Preserve encompasses 113 acres with many ecosystems, plants and wildlife. Here are five things to know about the Big Thicket National Preserve before visiting the area.

This week Greg shares information regarding different types of pesticide and how some might work. Do you have a gardening question for Greg? You can email your question to: Greg@kfdm.com. This segment is sponsored by Southern Nurseries. Call them at: (409) 386-0204 or visit them at: 1370 Highway 96 South...

Bees flitter in and out of one of their boxes at Moore's Honey Farm in Kountze. Photo made Wednesday April 27, 2022. Kim Brent/The Enterprise (Kim Brent/The Enterprise) For 23 years, Chris Moore has been in the business of making authentic, local honey. He stumbled into the industry sort-of by accident and decided to stay.

This week Greg shares information regarding summer time plants inside container along with which are best for planting in Texas. Do you have a gardening question for Greg? You can email your question to: Greg@kfdm.com. This segment is sponsored by Southern Nurseries. Call them at: (409) 386-0204 or visit them...

The big money payouts got off to a quick start on day one of the Sealy Outdoor's Big Bass Splash on Lake Sam Rayburn. Less than thirty minutes into the first hour of the tournament, Tony Marcantel of Liberty, Texas brought in an exact weight 5.00 bass which earned him a $5,000 payout.

This week Greg shares information regarding shrubs and what is best for planting in Texas. Do you have a gardening question for Greg? You can email your question to: Greg@kfdm.com. This segment is sponsored by Southern Nurseries. Call them at: (409) 386-0204 or visit them at: 1370 Highway 96 South...

KOUNTZE, Texas — You can become a Junior Ranger this weekend during the Big Thicket National Preserve's Junior Ranger Day. The family-friendly event is free and will take place Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the visitor center located at 6102 FM 420 in Kountze.