Wednesday Nov 25 | The Daily Sentinel
Woman killed after trailer she was towing comes loose
A woman died after her truck was pushed off the road by the trailer she was towing Tuesday morning, causing the vehicle to collide with a tree, according to a report filed by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Reprinting an interview with a Civil War veteran
Another interesting interview which appeared in the Redland Herald 21 July 1938 was with W. W. Alvis, age 97.
Following heavy rainfall, wind and a possible tornado near Woden that the National Weather Service in Shreveport was tracking Thursday night, several county roads and local schools have closed today.
East Texas school delays and road conditions
According to a TXDOT spokeswoman, most roads and highways in Angelina County are now back open after flood waters forced them closed overnight.
4-H kids have perfect spot to celebrate awareness week
Nearing its 50th anniversary, the 4-H program has provided young people hands on learning in a wide range of areas.
Local educators reflect on Tyler teacher's murder
The tragic news of a teacher's classroom murder in Tyler Wednesday spread quickly through the halls and administration offices in schools across Nacogdoches County.
Constables' bust nets meth, cash
The Pct. 4 constable's office executed a search warrant Saturday night that led to a total of six arrests, the seizure of a large amount of methamphetamine, thousands of dollars in cash and two rifles, according to Nacogdoches County Constable Jason Bridges.
SCHMID: Nacogdoches in the eyes of a newcomer
A note from a familiar Kerrville friend Tuesday said something I have not heard often enough since moving here nearly a month ago.
DA defends use of plea bargains
As she begins her ninth month as Nacogdoches County's lead prosecutor, District Attorney Nicole LoStracco sat down with The Daily Sentinel to discuss what the court has accomplished since she first took office in January.
Fire destroys building in Melrose
A 10-by-30 foot storage building was destroyed in a fire that occurred Friday night in Melrose, according to Bryan Loudenslager, Melrose Volunteer Fire Department chief.
More than 130 animals removed from East Texas site
The owner of more than 130 animals seized in Nacogdoches County over complaints of neglect will not be allowed to reclaim the creatures.
Texas Woman Could Face Abuse Charges After 130 Animals Seized
A Texas woman could face animal abuse charges after authorities seized more than 130 animals including dogs, cats, rabbits and even some rats.
School districts deserve recognition for accomplishments, encouragement to move forward
Congratulations to the SFA Charter School, Douglass ISD and Central Heights Elementary School for earning an "exemplary" rating from the Texas Education Agency.
New law bans cell phone use in school zones
A law banning cell phone use by drivers in county school zones was approved at Tuesday's commissioner's court meeting.
School districts deserve recognition for accomplishments, encouragement to move forward
Congratulations to the SFA Charter School, Douglass ISD and Central Heights Elementary School for earning an "exemplary" rating from the Texas Education Agency.
Some VFDs billing for services; opinions on the practice vary
No one wakes up in the morning expecting to be in an auto accident, despite the well-known hazards of driving.
Home for orphaned youths planned for Nacogdoches
A Christian organization looking to build a home for abused and neglected children on Durst Street is one step closer to its goal after the Nacogdoches Planning and Zoning Commission approved a permit for the project Monday evening.
County-wide preliminary TAKS results in
The preliminary results of the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills tests are in for Nacogdoches County's school districts, but the final numbers won't be available until the end of July when schools will be rated based on the number of passing students.
Public Profile: Jason Bridges, Pct. 4 constable
Since Jason Bridges took office on Jan. 1, the county's newest constable has conducted five narcotics search warrants in Precinct 4, made 21 felony drug arrests and has shut down two active methamphetamine labs in the county.