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Amarillo man sentenced to federal prison for 2023 violent crime spree from Beaumont to Lufkin
BEAUMONT, Texas — An Amarillo man who pleaded guilty to several federal violations in the Eastern District of Texas after a violent crime spree from Beaumont to Lufkin in 2023 has been sentenced to federal prison. Jamelle Antoine Parker, 36, pleaded guilty to carjacking and was sentenced to 105...
Angelina County emergency responders gather to prepare for severe weather
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - The Texas Room at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center in Lufkin was filled with leaders of different cities, schools, and governments this morning, as they heard from each other about what their responsibilities would be in case of emergencies across the county. “We do this every...
Huntington advances after 4-0 win over Central Heights
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – It was a Deep East Texas battle in the 3A Regional Quarterfinal as Huntington and Central Heights faced off in a one-game playoff in Lufkin. The Red Devils would prevail over the Blue Devils, as Huntington advanced with a 4-0 victory.
East Texas Ag News: ‘Woolly bear’ caterpillar sightings
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - Phone calls and personal inquiries this past week have been a lot about that “big woolly caterpillar” that has been seen “everywhere.”. The caterpillar being reported to me most often is a Salt Marsh caterpillar that will soon become a Salt Marsh moth. The caterpillars are larvae of a moth in the family Arctiidae. This species has many color variations from black with orangish-red markings to pale yellow to reddish-brown. Caterpillars are generally lighter in color and darken with age. The body is covered with tufted hairs, or setae.
Lufkin police investigate after man reports being shot while riding in car
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - Lufkin Police are responding to a shooting Tuesday night. According to Lufkin Police Department PIO Jessica Pebsworth, LPD is investigating a shooting that occurred around 9 p.m. at the intersection of Lotus Lane and Hill Street. A man reported being shot while riding as a backseat...
Woman identified after being found in Angelina County
UPDATE: Officials said the woman has been identified. ANGELINA COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – The Angelina County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a young woman found walking down the side of State Highway 94 on Sunday. She was found on State Highway 94 eastbound heading towards Lufkin in the area of Della Russell Road. […]
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