Marleigh Robinson From Enterprise Staff Marleigh Robinson has been selected to represent the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas in the 80th annual Tyler County Dogwood Festival in Woodville March 27-April 1. Robinson will join 24 other visiting duchesses from Southeast Texas to participate in a number of events such as a breakfast for duchesses,…

Western Weekend is the second of three weeks of the Annual Tyler County Dogwood Festival. The weekend featured a parade and two rodeos. Both Friday and Saturday events drew a good crowd who enjoyed exciting rodeo action for both the crowd and participants, though the crowd probably enjoyed this young woman's ride more than she. Next weekend is…

By Tony Farkas sjntnews@gmail.com WILLIS — After a day on the run, the San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office has the suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a Coldspring teenager in custody. Sheriff Greg Capers said Joshua Escobar, 19, turned himself into the Sheriff’s Office on Saturday evening, and was charged with murder. He currently is…

The Corrigan-Camden ISD board voted Thursday to name Dr. Keith Brooks as its lone finalist for superintendent of schools. He currently serves as the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction at Sheldon ISD. Brooks has 22 years of experience in education, 13 of which have been in administration. He has served as a principal at every…

By Chris Edwardsnews@tylercountybooster.com TYLER COUNTY – Tyler County Sheriff Bryan Weatherford announced last week that a new opportunity is available for county residents who are interested in pursuing a law enforcement career. The Tyler County Sheriff’s Office will award up to two individuals an opportunity to attend a local law enforcement…

Stock Photo From Staff Reports HOUSTON COUNTY – On March 16, a Texas Department of Public Safety report stated that a woman had died after a head-on collision on FM 229 near the 666-mile marker, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. The accident happened around 7:15 a.m. when a 2005 Hyundai passenger car heading north drove into the…

A box truck driven by two suspects attempted to steal diesel fuel from a store in Shepherd. Courtesy photos SJNT staff Law enforcement officials are searching for the suspects who attempted to steal fuel.SHEPHERD — The San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Department is investigating an attempt to steal diesel fuel through the use of gift cards and storage…

Mutton Bustin’ is always a popular and fun event at the annual Western Weekend Lions Club Rodeo. Booster file photo by Jim Powers By Chris Edwardsnews@tylercountybooster.com WOODVILLE – Now that the annual Dogwood Festival is in week two, that can only mean one thing: Western Weekend is among us. Tyler Countians and visitors, alike, will be able…

From Enterprise Staff The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking public input to help inform future management directions of the agency. TPWD’s mission is to manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and…

From Enterprise Staff A Livingston man has now been charged with murder from an incident occurring in November. On Nov. 16, 2022, The Polk County Sheriff’s Office received an emergency call near Holly Hill Road in Livingston back on Nov. 16, 2022, in reference to a male subject who had sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff’s deputies and detectives…

The Livingston Police Department is currently investigating a several thefts that have occurred over the past month at local businesses. The people in these photos are persons of interest in separate investigations. Those who recognize any of the people in the photos are asked to contact the police department at 936-327-3117.

Kayla Kembro brought home a $12,000 scholarship from the Fort Worth Stock Show. Courtesy photo Special to the News-Standard FORT WORTH — A $12,000 scholarship was recently awarded to Kayla Kembro of Trinity FFA by the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Calf Scramble Scholarship Committee. She is the daughter of Kimberly and Brian Kembro. Kembro…

From Enterprise Staff The Livingston Community Concert Association will present “Sail On! The Beach Boys Tribute” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Polk County Commerce Center, located at 1017 U.S. 59 Loop North in Livingston. Memberships in the Livingston Community Concert Association may be purchased for as little as $50 per person and family rates…

Stock Photo By Chris Edwardsnews@tylercountybooster.com MirandaWOODVILLE – A man who was seen carrying an axe while walking along a county road was arrested, according to Tyler County Sheriff Bryan Weatherford. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 5. Deputies were on a routine patrol when they were dispatched to CR…

A Livingston man has now been charged with murder from an incident occurring in November. On Nov. 16, 2022, The Polk County Sheriff’s Office received an emergency call near Holly Hill Road in Livingston back on Nov. 16, 2022, in reference to a male subject who had sustained a gunshot wound. Sheriff’s deputies and detectives arrived on the scene…