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Jason Hollyfield being sworn in as the new police chief for the Pinehurst Police Department. Courtesy photo.

Jason Hollyfield being sworn in as the new police chief for the Pinehurst Police Department. Courtesy photo.

Hollyfield named Pinehurst police chief

News Staff
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
During the Jan. 13 meeting of the Pinehurst City Council, Jason Hollyfield was sworn in as the new police chief.
Courtesy photo.

Courtesy photo.

Beaumont Zip Transit to adjust route during freeze

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
Due to hazardous road conditions caused by cold weather, ZIP Transit Bus and Paratransit Van services may experience delays beginning Friday, January 23 through Monday, January 26. The safety of passengers and employees remains ZIP Transit’s top priority.
Southeast Texas Alerting Network

Southeast Texas Alerting Network

Ice Storm Warning issued for SETX area

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
An ice storm warning was issued January 23 at 10:56 a.m. until January 25 at 6 p.m. by the National Weather Service in Lake Charles, LA.WHAT: Total ice accumulations around a tenth to up to a half inch possible.WHERE: Portions of central, southwest, and west central Louisiana and southeast Texas.
Courtesy photo.

Courtesy photo.

Orange County jury service rescheduled due to inclement weather

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
Orange County officials advise that due to impending inclement weather expected this weekend, jury service has been rescheduled to ensure the safety of all participants. All affected jurors are now instructed to report for jury service on Tuesday, January 27 at 8:45 a.m.
City of Beaumont

City of Beaumont

Water Turn Off Notification for Beaumont

News Staff
Friday, January 23, 2026
Upon request, the City of Beaumont will turn off your water meter due to the upcoming freezing temperatures, starting Friday, January 23.To shut your water off, call 3-1-1. Please be advised, your water will remain off through Monday, January 26th.
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