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Woman pleads guilty after student brings meth to East Texas school as ‘candy’
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – A woman pleaded guilty to drug trafficking-related charges after a student reportedly brought meth to an East Texas elementary school. 33-year-old Shatoya Doggett pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute meth and aiding and abetting on Wednesday. Prosecutors said the investigation started on Dec. 5, 2019 when a student at […]
City of Nacogdoches approves Temple Park redesign for new splash pad
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) - One Nacogdoches city park is getting a makeover after the city council approved a $180,000 design and construction contract. “It’s a very well-loved community space so we’re excited for this park to be open back to the public,” said Nacogdoches Community Services director Jessica Sowell.
A publication is coming that is years in the making
A publication is coming that is years in the making News Staff Wed, 04/24/2024 - 21:30 Image Constable Pct. 5, Josh Tipton is slated to be the first officer featured in the new Jail Times which will be published and available on May 1, 2024. Annika Bloys | The Light and Champion ...
SFA names new director of intercollegiate athletics
NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin has named Michael McBroom as the new director of athletics by Interim President Gina Oglesbee and the University of Texas System. McBroom currently serves as director of athletics at West Texas A&M University where he has served since 2006. "We are excited about...
Boil water notice rescinded for Nacogdoches residents
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) - A boil water notice affecting residents along US 59 south of CR 524 has been rescinded. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the City of Nacogdoches to issue a boil water notice on Sunday, and that notice has been rescinded as of Tuesday. The public...
County reviews historic courthouse restoration
County reviews historic courthouse restoration David Danley Wed, 04/24/2024 - 21:30 Image The county is considering a restoration to execute needed repairs and bring the 1885 Historic Shelby County courthouse up to current state historical accessibility codes. The projected cost revealed in last week’s meeting would be $7 million funded by grants with the county’s share at $1 million. Andi Foster | Light and Champion ...
Nacogdoches' Furniss has RBI in Ole Miss win
OXFORD, Miss. (KTRE) - Former Nacogdoches Dragon Will Furniss opened the offense with an RBI hit in Mississippi’s 9-4 win over North Alabama on Tuesday. Batting cleanup and starting at first base, the sophomore was 1-for-4 with a run scored. Furniss drove in a run with a single in the third inning for the first run of the game. He later scored on a homer that made the score 5-0.
Rumored threat at CHS termed “no perceived threat”
Rumored threat at CHS termed “no perceived threat” News Staff Wed, 04/24/2024 - 21:30 Image Body According to a Facebook post by Center High School, “A situation has been investigated in response to a rumored threat at Center High School. Proper steps have been taken to maximize student safety. There is no perceived threat to our students in relation to this incident.” Classes are meeting according to schedule Wednesday, and nothing further has been released by the school or law enforcement agencies.
Shelby County Go Texan ‘Spring Fling’ planned May 4
Shelby County Go Texan ‘Spring Fling’ planned May 4 News Staff Wed, 04/24/2024 - 21:30 Image Body Friends of Shelby County Go Texan will present “Spring Fling” Saturday Night, May 4 at the John D. Windham Civic Center in Center. A 100-gun raffle will be...
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