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Nacogdoches' Furniss doubles in Ole Miss loss
BATON ROUGE, La. (KTRE) - Former Nacogdoches Dragon Will Furniss had two hits, including a double, in Mississippi’s 5-1 loss to Furniss’ father’s alma mater, LSU, on Thursday. Batting cleanup and starting at first base, the sophomore was 2-for-4. Furniss led off the second inning with a...
East Texas roads washed out, flooded due to heavy rain
EAST TEXAS (KLTV/KTRE) - Authorities have reported several roads that are in dangerous condition due to rising water. The Anderson County Office of Emergency Management shared information on flooded roads at about 6:30 p.m. and pointed out that there are probably more than have been reported. Authorities reminded drivers not to go through water if it’s covering a roadway.
Angelina College mascot state taken down for updates, enhancements
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) - The Angelina College Roadrunner statue is gone. It’ll be back, though, once it gets some “necessary enhancements” that “maintain its iconic look.” Angelina College officials said in a Friday press release that the decision to update the state was made to “ensure that it continues to embody the energy and enthusiasm that define our college community.” The statue was sculpted by I.W. “Buckshot” Ferguson and unveiled on September 13, 1982.
Ellen Trout Zoo trail closed due to washouts
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - A Lufkin trail is closed for maintenance after heavy rains caused washouts. According to the Lufkin Parks and Recreation Facebook page, the walking trail at Ellen Trout Zoo is temporarily closed to address the washouts. The post said their maintenance team is assessing the damage and creating a repair plan.
Two ejected and injured when boat crashes into large dirt pile at Lake Sam Rayburn
Lake Sam Rayburn — Texas Parks & Wildlife game wardens are investigating an accident in which a boat ran aground and crashed into a large dirt pile at Lake Sam Rayburn, seriously injuring one man and causing minor injuries to a second victim, according to Steve Stewart with our media partner, KJAS.
Former Nacogdoches elementary teacher accused of injuring child arrested
NACOGDOCHES, Texas — A Nacogdoches ISD elementary school teacher accused of injuring a student's ribs was arrested on Tuesday. Mike Moses Elementary School teacher Ronald Watson, 60, was charged with injury to a child, which is a third-degree felony, after police investigated allegations made last week. According to an...
TRAFFIC ALERT: East Texas roads flooded, washed out by rain
POLK COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – Polk County Emergency Management, the City of Lufkin and TxDOT have reported that several roads are flooded or washed out on Sunday as heavy rains hit East Texas. On Monday, Nacogdoches County authorities said the following road hazards have been reported, and that more rainfall is expected: The following road […]
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...
Several East Texas animal rescues named 'It Takes Balls' grant recipients by Miranda Lambert's MuttNation
TYLER, Texas — Miranda Lambert is giving back to East Texas animal shelters through her charity, MuttNation. According to the charity, several local shelters have been named "It Takes Balls" grant recipients, including:. Athens Animal Rescue Shelter. Cedar Creek Lake Friends of Animals, Inc. Longview Animal Care and Adoption...
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