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Man facing felony charge after game room inspection in Evadale leads to temporary closure of Lucky Five LLC
EVADALE, Texas — A game room in Evadale is temporarily shut down and one man was arrested after officials found several violations during an inspection Wednesday. Chief Deputy Scott Duncan, Jasper County deputies and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office conducted a game room inspection on the Lucky Five LLC game room located on FM 2246 in Evadale, according to a news release from the Jasper County Sheriff's Office.
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More stolen catalytic convertors
Jasper Police are investigating another report of stolen catalytic convertors. Officers were called to Enterprise Rent-A-Car at 308 North Wheeler Street and Jasper Auto Sales at 490 North Wheeler on Monday when it was reported that workers there had discovered that the anti-pollution devices had been stolen off vehicles. Earlier...
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Violations prompt immediate closure of Evadale game room, one arrest
EVADALE — On August 10, 2022, a game room inspection was conducted on the Lucky Five LLC game room located on FM 2246 in Evadale, Texas. The game room was found to have several violations of the Jasper County Ordinance Regulating Game Rooms, warranting the immediate closure of the facility until further notice. The game room could face fines up to $10,000.00 per violation, along with other penalties.
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Much needed rain created a beautiful rainbow
Much needed rainfall in and around Jasper on Tuesday resulted in a beautiful rainbow appearing during the early evening hours. This photo was taken by Judy Dunlap and shared with KJAS News. There's more opportunities for rainbows through the week and on Saturday as the National Weather Service has rain...
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Local man on DPS most wanted sex offender list arrested, released on bond
A local man who was on the Texas Department of Public Safety most wanted sex offenders list has been arrested and released on a $50,000.00 bond. Daily News & More is reporting that 50-year-old William Daniel Clifford, who has been listed as a resident of Spurger and Bronson, was charged in Sabine County with Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registry, and he also had warrants for Burglary of a Vehicle and Theft of Property.
Silsbee Ice House Museum home to prehistoric fossil
There's no bones about it - Silsbee's Ice House Museum is home to the oldest piece of Southeast Texas history.
It's an ironic truth, considering the exhibit earning those bragging rights is indeed all about the bones.
The artifact sits atop a pillar at the museum's entry, the first step in a timeline of Silsbee history that stretches throughout the museum's first floor.
Inside are the remains of a prehistoric rhinoceros dating back at least 10 million years.
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FREE back to school haircuts on Thu, Aug 4th & Fri, Aug 5th
The Pillars of the Community and the Rawls Foundation have announced that FREE back to school haircuts will be offered to area students on Thursday, August 4th and Friday, August 5th, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The haircuts will be at the Academy of Hair Design, located on Springhill...
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Helping Hopeful Paws at Smile.Amazon.com
Lorayne and Bruce Hinman moved to Newton in 2021. They noticed pretty quickly that there were so many strays wandering around the city of Newton. Lorayne, Bruce and their friend Mystery Smith (a vet tech) decided to start helping Newton’s stray dogs by catching them and having them neutered or spayed, shots, and cleaned up at their cost.
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The 7 best hotels in Jasper, United States
Discover the best hotels in Jasper, Texas including Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jasper, an IHG Hotel, Best Western Inn Of Jasper, Super 8 By Wyndham Jasper Texas, Rodeway Inn Jasper, Econo Lodge Jasper, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jasper, an IHG Hotel, Best Western Inn Of Jasper. 1. Holiday...
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Local residents beat the heat in a cool pool
With temperatures soaring over 100° everyday for the last few weeks, local residents are finding ways to beat the heat, and an enjoyable way is a nice cool pool. Many are flocking to the Jasper Country Club Resort on Highway 96 North. That was the case recently when Ashley...
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Lakes Area Veterinary Hospital celebrates 40 years of animal healthcare
The Lakes Area Veterinary Hospital on Highway 190 West in Jasper is celebrating forty years in business. The animal care facility was founded in 1982 by Dr. Royce Smathers, and in July of 1989 he partnered with his old Texas A&M classmate, Dr. David Fain, and together the pair owned and operated Fain & Smathers Veterinary Hospital.
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Martin’s to give employees annual summer vacay July 18th-25th
It’s a tradition at Martin’s Mexican Restaurant in Jasper, a summer vacation for the staff to let them unwind and recharge. Martin’s owner Martin Romero has announced that this year’s summer break for the staff will begin on Monday, July 18th, and the very popular restaurant, located on North Wheeler Street, will reopen one week later on Monday, July 25th.
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Gardening with Greg: Bougainvillea - 6.29.22
This week Greg shares information about one particular plant he likes named bougainvillea. 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 - Silsbee,...
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Sonny "The Birdman" Carlin comes to the Jasper Public Library
It's all about learning and children gaining more knowledge about their world; It's The Summer Reading Program at the Jasper Public Library on Water Street. In recent weeks children who attended learned about the ocean and it's magnificent science of nature along with rehabilitating animals. On Tuesday, Carlin, the well...
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Dave’s Diner grand opening set
Dave’s Diner is the old but remodeled favorite spot at 4346 LA 12 in Starks. Dave’s Diner will have its Grand Opening and Shelton Wayne Ashworth Appreciation Day” on Sunday, July 3. David Wallace, diner owner, was raised in Starks by his grandparents, Myrtle Stanley Bass and...
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Gardening with Greg: Shrubs - 6.22.22
This week Greg shares information about shrubs that can withstand the heat and dry conditions in our area. 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...