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Walk-up COVID vaccine clinic on Monday

Monday, April 5, Hardin County Judge Wayne McDaniel expressed that low turnout for those wanting vaccination necessitated opening up a clinic for walk-ups.

Brooks named new Lamar men's basketball coach

Former Houston head coach and 2019 Cardinal Hall of Honor inductee, Alvin Brooks, has been named Lamar University head basketball coach announced Director of Athletics Marco Born Thursday morning.

Truck driver dies after I-10 crash

A 34-year-old Frisco woman died March 28 after losing control of her 18-wheeler on I-10, crossing the concrete barrier and crashing into a tree, according to a news release. At around 3 a.m.

Abbott addresses broadband access in SETX visit

Governor Greg Abbott March 29 held a press conference at Hamshire-Fannett Elementary School on expanding broadband access across Texas.

Port Neches PD arrests four for theft

Port Neches police arrested four Port Arthur residents on various theft charges, according to a news release. At about 2:30 a.m. March 29, officers from PNPD were sent to the 1700 block of Green Oaks Drive in reference to a suspicious vehicle.

Langston named West Brook head football coach

Family fight ends in fireworks

Just before noon March 25, a shooting occurred between two family members at the intersection of Hwy 105 and Sweetgum in the parking lot of a fireworks stand, according to a news release from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO).

Nederland man sentenced for federal firearms and drug violations

A Nederland, Texas man has been sentenced to federal prison for firearms and drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei March 24.

Beaumont opens up vaccine to all

Anyone over 18 can now register for vaccine at Vaccine.beaumonttexas.Gov, according to Beaumont Mayor Becky Ames.  “They can register now,” she said, adding there is no wait at this time. “Everyone in our system has an appointment scheduled.

Vaccine eligibility extends to all adults March 29

All adults will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in Texas beginning Monday, March 29, according to a news release from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS).