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Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 12:34pm

The 2024 election will be one for the record books, as Donald Trump will again be heading to the White House, and local vot

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 - 4:57pm

US CONGRESS

Brian Babin - 24,826

Dayna Steele - 5,670

 

HOUSE DISTRICT 18

Janis Holt - 20,266

Seth Steele - 3,055

 

Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 12:00am

Many voters in Liberty County have been casting ballots during early voting, and as of Tuesday, Oct. 29, 35.1% of registered voters have already made their vote count.

Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 12:00am

LIBERTY — A Liberty County jury has convicted a Liberty man of sexual acts against minors and sentenced him to 30 years in prison.

Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 12:00am

DAYTON— Many gathered to celebrate the operation of a new clean energy power source, which will assist the growing demand for residential and commercial needs.

Thursday, October 31, 2024 - 12:00am

CLEVELAND – If flashy, eccentric, and different is what you want to be, you must check out Sinful Southern Belles for your new staple wardrobe piece.

News

The 2024 election will be one for the record books, as Donald Trump will again be heading to the White House, and local voters in Tarkington were busy making several important decisions. 

US CONGRESS

Brian Babin - 24,826

Dayna Steele - 5,670

 

HOUSE DISTRICT 18

Janis Holt - 20,266

Seth Steele - 3,055

 

LIBERTY COUNTY CONSTABLE PCT. 5                     

David Hunter - 3,745

James Gardiner - 1,000

 

TARKINGTON ISD BOND REFERENDUM

For - 2,178

Against - 2,458

 

Many voters in Liberty County have been casting ballots during early voting, and as of Tuesday, Oct. 29, 35.1% of registered voters have already made their vote count.

LIBERTY — A Liberty County jury has convicted a Liberty man of sexual acts against minors and sentenced him to 30 years in prison.

Sports

Oct 31, 2024 - 00:00

COLMESNEIL – It has been a long season for the Hull-Daisett a Bobcats, but they continue to keep up the good fight and push forward.

HAMSHIRE – The Tarkington Longhorns traveled to Hamshire on Friday night and saw the Hamshire- Fannett Longhorns jump out to a big early first-half lead in winning the battle of Longhorns 65-0.

Oct 31, 2024 - 00:00

VIDOR – The Liberty Panthers fell to the Vidor Pirates 55-17 last Friday night and eliminating the Panthers from any shot at the postseason. The Panthers fall to 1-7 on the season and a 1-4 district record.

CLEVELAND – The College Park Cavaliers put up 35 points in the opening quarter, and that was more than enough to cruise to a 70-0 win over Cleveland on Friday night in district play at Indians Stadium.

Opinions

Oct 31, 2024 - 00:00

Texans who wish to vote early in the Nov. 5 general election have until closing time Friday, Nov. 1, to do so. Secretary of State Jane Nelson is encouraging voters to double- check their precinct numbers and candidate selections before casting their ballots.

Oct 24, 2024 - 00:00

The federal judge who has repeatedly found Texas in contempt for not fixing its foster- care system has been removed by the 5th U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals after a three- judge panel faulted U. S. District Judge Janis Jack’s “ highly antagonistic demeanor,” The Texas Tribune reported.

Oct 17, 2024 - 00:00

Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election begins Monday, Oct. 21 and ends on Nov. 1. Texas voters will be choosing from a full slate of candidates, from president to U. S. senator to various county positions.

Oct 10, 2024 - 00:00

Top state lawmakers plan to address soaring homeowners’ insurance premiums when they return to Austin in January for the next legislative session, according to the Houston Chronicle.

Obituaries

Nov 5, 2024 - 10:46

Sandra Jo Stephens, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, away peacefully on October 31 2024, in Dayton, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 4, 1944, in Texas City, Sandra lived a life rich with family faith, and community involvement. 

Nov 5, 2024 - 10:39

Kenneth J. Allison, 73, (Major US Army Ret) died Thursday, October 31, 2024 in St. Augustine, FL. He was born July 27, 1951, in Liberty, Texas. 

Nov 5, 2024 - 10:38

Michael Wayne Fregia was born on July 29, 1980, in Liberty, Texas. He passed peacefully into the gates of heaven on October 31,2024 with his loving family by his side. 

Nov 5, 2024 - 10:36

Leon Wilson, Sr. was born on May 24, 1957, in Houston and departed this life on October 31, 2024, peacefully in Dayton, surrounded by the loving arms of his family. He leaves lasting legacy in both his professional and personal endeavors.