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Officials identify remains found as those of Jacksonville man last seen in November 2022
JACKSONVILLE, Texas — Officials have identified remains found in August as those of a missing Jacksonville man who was last seen in November 2022. Jacksonville Police Chief Joe Williams said Friday a person reported finding human bones along Burma Street on Aug. 19, 2023. Officers then collected all they could and the remains were sent off to a forensic anthropologist. The results returned in February identified the remains as Ryan Donald Hoskins, 38.
Jacksonville man sentenced to life in prison for 2020 murder
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – The Cherokee County District Attorney said a Jacksonville man was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday after a jury found him guilty of capital murder. According to a release, Brandon Branton was charged with the 2020 stabbing murder of Randy P. Davenport. Davenport’s body was reportedly found near Love’s […]
Gaston Museum hosts its last field trip
JOINERVILLE, Texas (KETK) – On Thursday morning, the Gaston Museum hosted its last field trip with Full Armor Christian Academy out of Henderson. “It’s very special but it’s also sad that there’s not going to be another one,” said Baxter Whitworth, a 7th-grade student. The middle schoolers were a part of the last class to visit before the […]
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 […]
Records: National president of Ugly Man Cossacks arrested in connection to murder
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - A Kemp man was arrested Tuesday in suspicion of leading an outlaw motorcycle club in the murder of an East Texas motorcyclist. Kevin Dale Higgins, 57, was charged with direct street gang activities, a first degree felony, in connection with the motorcycle club Ugly Man Cossacks. The Cossacks have been reported on for the murder of Brandon Edwards, of Ben Wheeler, who was shot to death in Arp on May 2, 2022, for his membership in a rival club. According to an affidavit for Chad Michael Crowell, 38, of Eustace, Higgins is believed to be the national president of the Ugly Man Cossacks, and ultimately gave the order that resulted in Edwards’ death.
First-year coach helps Arp’s Lady Tigers enter softball playoffs with confidence
ARP, Texas (KLTV) - It’s time for softball playoffs and for Arp, the Lady Tigers have been in somewhat of a drought. They haven’t been in the playoffs since 2017, but all of that has changed under their first-year head coach. Brandon Jones has this program turned around...
Arp to celebrate annual Strawberry Festival this weekend
ARP, Texas — Editor's Note: The above video aired in April 2023 about last year's Arp Strawberry Festival. Arp is celebrating its annual Strawberry Festival this weekend. This year is extra special for a unique anniversary -- it's been 125 years since Strawberry, Texas became Arp, Texas!. Activities kick...
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.
Class 3A Softball: New Diana advances past Arp
New Diana scored seven runs in the final two innings to defeat Arp 12-5 in a one-game playoff in the bi-district round of the Class 3A softball playoffs on Thursday night at Tyler Legacy High School. The win advances the Lady Eagles in the playoffs for the first time since...
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