After almost two years holed up in less than 300 square feet of space, many families never want to see their FEMA trailer again. Scary stories about formaldehyde exposure and the general stress of cramming adults and children into such a tight quarters make the hurricane survivors glad to move b... More...
The history of John Bevil and his family has been obtained from documents at the Jasper County Historical Commission in the Old Jail Museum on the courthouse square. John Bevil, first American to settle in what is now Jasper County, was born in Mecklenburg County, VA on Aug. 24, 1784... More...
All across the state of Texas, lawmakers are making the rounds pounding their chests on the accomplishments of the 80th session of the Legislature. On the successes, the lawmakers are taking full credit for their input or lack thereof as to a reason for the success of the project. More...
CASA Program Advocates for Children, Inc. "A CASA Program," at 908 N. Wheeler in Jasper, is having A volunteer training class July 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The training manual is $20 due at the first class and applications must be completed and sent from the Jasper office at 384-2272. Lear... More...
Summer months can be bad for fish in small farm ponds, especially if pond owners fail to recognize the signs and take quick action to correct low oxygen conditions. Warm temperatures lower the water's ability to hold oxygen. The activity of fish increases with water temperature. More...
1 Corinthians 5:1-13 We have all been taught not to be judgmental. "Judge not, that ye be not judged," said Jesus, and he included a lecture on fixing yourself before you condemn others. More...
Norma Jean Byerly, 81, of Jasper died July 20 at her home. Funeral services were held July 23 at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Burial followed at Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Stringer and Griffin Funeral Home of Jasper. More...
In his 10 years as head football coach at Silsbee, Bobby McGallion has led the Tigers into being a perennial playoff contender. This year should be no different for the Tigers in District 21-3A as they enter the season as one of the preseason picks for post-season play. More...
New hunting and fishing licenses for 2007-08 will be available beginning Wednesday, Aug. 15, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is encouraging hunters to buy early and avoid the rush heading into the Sept. 1 dove season opener. More...
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A large surplus after Rita has left FEMA singing....