Orange County couple receives lengthy federal prison sentences in methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas
BEAUMONT, Texas – A Vidor couple has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Dustin Lacouture, 43, and Deborah Lagrone, 44, both pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. …
Read MoreRoadwork Report Week of January 25- January 31
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas state line, widening highway. Westbound lanes split. Left lane for thru traffic, no option to exit. Right lane for local traffic, can exit. Some westbound ramp closures I-30 – Exit 220B/Richmond Road, westbound exit ramp closed. Widening highway I-30 – From FM 989 to FM…
Read MoreWebb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar, brother of Rep. Henry Cuellar, indicted on federal fraud charges
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune January 22, 2026 Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar appeared before a federal judge Thursday for allegedly using public funds to run a fraudulent for-profit disinfecting business during the COVID-19 pandemic. He has pleaded not guilty and was released on bond. The South Texas sheriff was indicted alongside his assistant…
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Read MoreSanctuary animals prep for winter storm; tigers, bears, pigs – video
Staff at Black Beauty Ranch in Texas cares for nearly 600 animal residents rescued from cruelty and neglect who live at the 1,400-acre sanctuary. They meet the animals’ every need including keeping warm in the winter. With the big winter storm predicted to hit this weekend, the staff and animals are busy preparing. The sanctuary is part of Humane World for…
Read MoreSFA Gardens to host annual spring plant sale
NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University’s SFA Gardens will host its annual Garden Gala Day Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 11 at the Pineywoods Native Plant Center, located at 2900 Raguet St. The sale will feature an array of hard-to-find, “Texas-tough” plants, including Texas natives, edibles, perennials, shrubs and trees, with an emphasis on pollinator-friendly selections. A full list of…
Read MoreSWEPCO is Prepared for Arctic Cold Front and Winter Storm Fern
Crews are Ready to Respond Across Our Three-State Territory What You Need to Know The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning throughout SWEPCO’s service territory. SWEPCO teams are positioned and ready to respond with approximately 2,300 additional line and forestry personnel. Customers are encouraged to be prepared in the event of…
Read MoreEPA Region 6 Encourages Caution and Safety During Winter Storm
DALLAS, TEXAS (January 23, 2026) – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 is working with state and local officials to closely monitor the major winter storm expected to impact several states within the Region. For the most up to date weather information, please monitor local news or visit weather.gov. According to the National Weather…
Read MoreFriday P.M.: Latest information for the winter storm track
Based on the latest information available from Friday afternoon, here’s what the weather models are showing for the winter storm track: Storm Track – Friday Afternoon Update The storm has now begun impacting the country, and the forecast models are showing increasingly consistent agreement on the track. The storm system is moving toward the Mississippi…
Read MoreVideo: Cold Front Running Ahead of Schedule — Ice Storm Risk Growing Across Texas
David Reimer – Texas Weather Center and Texas Storm Chasers #texas #texasweather #weather A powerful arctic cold front is surging into Texas ahead of schedule, and with it comes a high-impact winter storm capable of producing snow, sleet, freezing rain, dangerous travel, and potential power outages.
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