News Archives 2005

The New Year Brings Lower Gas Prices HOUSTON, December 31, 2005 - The end of the year is wrapping up on a high note for motorists... more

LCSO and TABC Conduct Joint Sting Operation Targeting Alcohol Violations LIBERTY, December 31, 2005 VIDEO in QuickTime - The TABC in conjunction with the Liberty County Sheriff’s Department conducted...more

Accident Results in Traffic Snarl on North Main LIBERTY, December 30, 2005 - At 7:05 PM on Friday, a 1993 Ford pickup traveling north on North Main Street... more

Election Filing Season Coming to a Close LIBERTY, December 30, 2005 - According to Liberty County Democratic Chairperson, Nancy Archer... more

New Year's Eve Brings Out Highway Patrol Troopers AUSTIN, December 30, 2005 - During the New Year’s weekend, DPS will have all... more

Arrest Made In Aggravated Assault West of Dayton LIBERTY, December 30, 2005 – Captain Chip Fairchild of the Liberty County Sheriff’s Department Criminal Investigation... more

Fugitive Escapes from Patrol Car LIBERTY, December 30, 2005 - Liberty County Sheriff’s Deputies initiated a traffic stop on CR 133 N around... more

Arrest Made as the Result of Federal Drug Indictments LIBERTY, December 29, 2005 - During the Christmas Holidays, officers of the Chambers... more

Liberty County Genealogy Society Meets LIBERTY, December 29, 2005 - The Liberty County Genealogy Society will have their next regular... more

San Jacinto Fees Increase, Monument Closed for Repairs LA PORTE, December 29, 2005 - Starting Jan. 1, the San Jacinto Battleground... more

Katrina Victim Dies in Motel Shooting HOUSTON, December 29, 2005 - A disturbance between residents at a local motel at 1303 La Concha... more

South Zone Waterfowl Hunting Report ANAHUAC, December 28, 2005 - Duck hunting has slowed during the last 10 days across the coastal... more

Oops Gets New Home HARDIN, December 28, 2005 – The new owner of the famous little blue-eyed filly, Oops, was really happy to get her on... more

Pesticide Applicator Re-Certification Trainings LIBERTY, December 28, 2005 - The following is a listing of pesticide applicator re-certification... more

Diploma Mill Probe HOUSTON, December 6, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott has obtained two felony indictments each against... more

Democrats Meet Early on Monday LIBERTY, December 6, 2005 - Activity started early on Monday morning at the Democratic Headquarters on Trinity Street in Liberty... more

Chevron Store Victim of Robbery LIBERTY, December 5, 2005 – The City of Liberty Police Department reports that the Chevron Convenience... more

Liberty County Commissioners Meet Tuesday LIBERTY, December 5, 2005 – Liberty County Commissioners Court will meet on Tuesday... more

Fraudulent Letters Arrive in Liberty County LIBERTY, December 5, 2005 - The Liberty County Sheriff's Office has recently encountered and verified a national fraud scheme... more

Republican Candidates Sign Up for Primary Election LIBERTY, December 5, 2005 - Liberty County Republicans met today at 11:00 AM for... more

District Clerk Announces New Service LIBERTY, December 5, 2005 - According to Liberty County District Clerk, Melody Gilmore, the District Clerk’s Office now accepts... more

Jorgenson Announces Candidacy for County Commissioner Pct. 2 ROMAYOR, December 5, 2005 - My name is James “Gunny” Jorgenson and I am running for Liberty... more

Car Crashes into Manufactured Home DAYTON, December 4, 2005 – Around 7:00 AM on Sunday morning a grandmother and her grandchildren... more

Dayton Country Christmas DAYTON, December 4, 2005 - The main attraction at the Dayton Country Christmas parade on Thursday... more

Gas Prices Continue Falling Across the State HOUSTON, December 2, 2005 — Gasoline prices continue lower across Texas as motorists enjoy... more

Liberty PD Gets Their Man for the Third Time LIBERTY, December 2, 2005 – Around 3:00 PM on Friday, City of... more

Bicycle Rider Hit on SH 321 DAYTON, December 2, 2005 – Friday afternoon a Ford Mini-Van struck a bicycle rider traveling... more

Attorney General Wins Conviction Against Receptionist For Taking Trust Funds From Retiree WACO, December 2, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s Medicaid Fraud... more

Attorney General Seeks Child Support Evaders Who A Owe Combined $166,000 To Local Mothers CORPUS CHRISTI, December 1, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott was in Corpus Christi today asking... more

Liberty City Council to Meet in Special Meeting LIBERTY, December 1, 2005 – Liberty City Council will meet in a Special Meeting on Monday, Dec... more

Halstead Calls for Property Tax Relief LIBERTY, December 1, 2005 - It is with great pride that I announce my candidacy for the office of Liberty County Judge... more

Abbott Wins Tough Sentence Against Victoria Man For Child Pornography VICTORIA, November 30, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today announced his Cyber Crimes Unit has... more

South Zone Waterfowl Hunting Report ANAHUAC, November 30, 2005 - Duck hunting slowed somewhat on the coastal prairie during the last... more

Christmas is a Great Time for a Parade VIDEO in QuickTime LIBERTY, November 29, 2005 - The Country Christmas Lighted Parade in Liberty on Tuesday drew... more

Agreement With Online Services Provider Will Give Consumer Refunds SAN ANTONIO, November 29, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today announced an agreement with online services provider... more

What we’ll be Voting on in 2006 AUSTIN, November 28, 2005 - According to the Texas Secretary of State’s Office the following offices are up... more

Hurricane Evacuees in Violent Confrontation HOUSTON, November 28, 2005 - Houston police have arrested and charged a 19-year-old in the... more

More Than Half of Employees Say They Are 'Worse Off' Financially Than Last Year CHICAGO, November 28, 2005 - Some 52 percent of employees say they are financially worse off than last year, according... more

Attorney General Wins $10 Million In Medicaid Fraud Case AUSTIN, November 28, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today won... more

Fraudulent E-Mails Received in Liberty LIBERTY, November 28, 2005 - A recent story described how fraudulent e-mails were being sent under the disguise... more

Accident Takes Life of Dayton Man VIDEO in QuickTime DAYTON, November 26, 2005 – Terrible weather on Saturday morning at 7:51AM was... more

Hurricane Aftermath Will Dampen Some Thanksgiving Travel Plans HOUSTON, November 25, 2005 - Slightly fewer numbers of Texans... more

Driver Crashes on North Main Street, Liberty LIBERTY, November 24, 2005 - Thursday night was terribly foggy, when Pedro Alfaro... more

Doctor Convicted in Scheme to Profit from Expensive Wheelchairs HOUSTON, November 24, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott.. more

Motorcycle Accident Sends Father and Son to Hospital AMES, November 24, 2005  - A black Honda Shadow motorcycle traveling south... more

Holiday Traveling Proves Dangerous HARDIN, November 24, 2005 – Around 10:00 AM on Thanksgiving, an accident involving three vehicles... more

Thanksgiving Travelers Will See Lower Gas Prices HOUSTON, November 23, 2005 - Gasoline prices have dropped for the seventh straight... more

South Zone Waterfowl Hunting Report ANAHUAC, November 23, 2005 - The region received and influx of birds this week, especially... more

Public Alert about Recent E-mail Scheme WASHINGTON, D.C., November 22, 2005 - The FBI is warning the public to avoid falling victim to an... more

Thanksgiving Travelers Urged to Slow Down, Buckle Up and Drive Sober AUSTIN, November 22, 2005 - All available DPS troopers will be... more

Diane Huddleston named Vice President of Loans LIBERTY, November 22, 2005 - Charles R. Wiggins, Chairman of the First Liberty National Bank, announced Diane... more

Hardin Teenager Flown to Houston after One-Vehicle Accident VIDEO in QuickTime LIBERTY, November 22, 2005 – Around 12:25 AM Tuesday, a passing motorist notified the City of Liberty Police Department of a major... mor

Major Accident FM 1960 and Waco Street sends 4 to Area Hospitals DAYTON, November 21, 2005 – The Dayton Police Department... more

First Enforcement Action In Nation Against Sony Bmg For Spyware Violations AUSTIN, November 21, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today sued Sony BMG Music Entertainment as the first state... more

Driver Arrested with Blood Alcohol over 5 Time the Legal Limit LIBERTY, November 21, 2005 – On November 19, 2005 at 11:35 PM City... more

Clerk Arrested for Sale of Drug Paraphenalia LIBERTY, November 21, 2005 - Due to numerous citizen complaints about the sale of drug... more

Road Rage Incident Turns Critical RYE, November 19, 2005 - Shortly before 8:00 PM on Saturday, Liberty County EMS was dispatched... more

Six Straight Weeks of Lower Gas Prices HOUSTON, November 18, 2005 - Retail gasoline prices in Texas fell for the sixth straight week and... more

Fire in Chimney Threatens Home VIDEO in QuickTime HARDIN, November 17, 2005 - The Hardin Volunteer Fire Department was summoned to... more

Modern Day Rustler Arrested in Chambers County ANAHUAC, November 17, 2005 - Cattle Rustling or the theft of cattle may be something... more

Liberty County Commissioners to Meet in Special Meeting LIBERTY, November 17, 2005 – The Liberty County Commissioners Court... more

Prosecutors Win Indictments In Kentucky Fried Chicken Murders HENDERSON, November 17, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg... more

Deer are Extra Threat to Motorists this Time of Year LIBERTY, November 16, 2005 – Around 8:00 PM on Wednesday a southbound SUV... more

Flood Insurance Policies Suspended BEAUMONT, November 16, 2005 - KBTV-4 News in Beaumont, Texas has learned the National Flood... more

LifeShare Makes Urgent Appeal to Donors LIBERTY, November 16, 2005 - LifeShare Blood Centers is experiencing a VERY LOW BLOOD... more

Abbott Helps Children By Helping Their Parents Address Custody Concerns DALLAS, November 16, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today continued his commitment to Texas families... more

South Zone Waterfowl Hunting Report ANAHUAC, November 16, 2005 - Duck hunting continued strong the first week of the season despite... more

Red Flag Warning in Effect from 9 am to 6 pm CST Wednesday LIBERTY, November 15, 2005 - The national weather service in League City... more

Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price' Debuts with 7,000 Grassroots Screenings Week WASHINGTON, November 15, 2005 - The Campaign for America's Future hosts the Washington, D.C. premiere of... more

Home Fire Safety makes good sense year-round WASHINGTON, D C, November 14, 2005 - This year the nation’s attention has been... more

Western Union Plans Sweeping Changes To Protect Against Fraud AUSTIN, November 14, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today... more

Hurricane Rita Damages Local Sales Tax Revenue AUSTIN, November 14, 2005 - Texas Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn today announced her unprecedented plan... more

Local Govenments may Receive Additional Sales Tas Revenue AUSTIN, November 14, 2005 - According to Texas Comptroller, Carol Keyton Strayhorn, local governments... more

Two from Liberty Injured in Florida Accident WEST PALM BEACH, FL, November 13, 2005 - Liberty County District Clerk Melody Gilmore... more

Five Weeks and Counting HOUSTON, November 11, 2005 - Texas motorists are continuing to enjoy falling pump prices for the fifth consecutive... more

Baytown Man Scheduled For Execution AUSTIN, November 11, 2005 – Shannon Charles Thomas, is scheduled to be executed after 6 p.m... more

Motorized Trail Project Proposed in Crockett County AUSTIN, November 11, 2005 - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission on Nov. 3... more

South Zone Bird Hunting Report SOUTH TEXAS, November 10, 2005 - South Zone: Duck season along the coast began where teal season left... more

Check Out Area Blood Drives LIBERTY & DAYTON, November 10, 2005 – Blood is in short supply this time of year. Consider making a... more

Soybean Rust Confirmed in Dayton DAYTON, November 10, 2005 - Nov. 10: Soybean rust was confirmed in a patch of kudzu outside Dayton... more

Veterans Day Friday, November 11, 2005 WASHINGTON, November 9, 2005 - Veterans Day originated as “Armistice Day” on Nov. 11, 1918... more

TPWD Unveils Possible Hunting and Fishing Rule Changes AUSTIN, November 9, 2005 - The success of resource management efforts... more

2005 Constitutional Amendments Election Returns LIBERTY, November 8, 2005 – Unofficial election returns... more

Four Straight Weeks of Price Decreases HOUSTON, November 8, 2005 - Within the past four weeks, retail gasoline prices in Texas have... more

Kevin Brady Pleads No Contest to Drunk Driving Charge VERMILLION, SD, November 8, 2005 - Southeast Texas Congressman Kevin Brady... more

What About a Dog? LIBERTY, November 8, 2005 - Liberty Animal Control Officer, Dean Vasser wants to inform everyone of two wonderful... more

Liberty County Commissioners Court Meets Tuesday LIBERTY, November 7, 2005 – The Liberty County Commissioners Court will meet... more

Truck and Trailer Roll Over on US 90 Bridge LIBERTY, November 7, 2005 – At 9:31 AM on Monday a two vehicle accident occurred in the River... more

Hardeman County Commissioner Pleads Guilty QUANAH, November 7, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s prosecutors have... more

Lake Houston State Park Transfer Proposed AUSTIN, November 7, 2005 - On Nov. 3, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission heard a proposal... more

The Cost of Government EDITORIAL LIBERTY, November 5, 2005 – Property Tax bills were recently mailed out to the citizen’s of Liberty County... more

Truck Rolls Over on FM 1011 LIBERTY, November 5, 2005 – shortly after midday on Sunday a red Ford flat bed truck rolled over on... more

Man Kills Himself after Assaulting Stepdaughter and Shooting Stepsons CLEVELAND, November 5, 2005 - It was around 6:00 AM on Saturday morning when the Liberty County Sheriff’s Department... more

Manufactured Home Fire Spreads to Adjacent Structure VIDEO STORY in QuickTime LIBERTY, November 5, 2005 - The fire alarm sounded in... more

Cyber Crimes Unit Arrests Fredericksburg Online Child Predator FREDERICKSBURG, November 5, 20005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s Cyber Crimes Unit has arrested a Fredericksburg man... more

Bush Commitment to Gulf Coast Small Businesses Questioned WASHINGTON, November 4, 2005 - Sen. John Kerry (D- Mass.) today criticized the Bush Administration for failing to support the inclusion... more

Liberty County's Top Ten Most Wanted LIBERTY, November 4, 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a list of wanted... more

Greenspan Warns Congress About Deficits WASHINGTON, November 4, 2005 – Chairman of the Federal Reserve warned Congress on... more

Chambers County SO Offers Self Defense Course ANAHUAC, November 4, 2005 – The Chambers County Sheriff’s Department is hosting... more

Fugitive Unit Arrests 5 Sex Offenders Who Violated Parole On Halloween AUSTIN, November 3, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott... more

FM 563 Gets Facelift LIBERTY, November 3, 2005 – Today FM 563 (Wallisville Road) got a facelift. Road resurfacing crews were applying a new... more

Fall Festival Held at Langetree Duck Farm ECO Center RAYWOOD, November 3, 2005 - The youth of the communities of Ames, Dayton, Devers, Hull-Daisetta, Liberty and... more

Record-setting $1.8 Billion In Child Support Collections AUSTIN, November 2, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today... more

South Zone Waterfowl Hunting Report AUSTIN, November 2, 2005 - Along the coast, if you have water, you will most likely have ducks... more

Beef Symposium will be held at Ford Park in Beaumont LIBERTY, November 2, 2005 - The annual Southeast Texas Beef Symposium and Trade Show will be held on... more

President's Tax Panel Would Demolish Building Blocks of American Middle-Class WASHINGTON, November 1, 2005 - House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the report... more

Houston Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Identity Theft Charges WASHINGTON, November 1, 2005 - Chad Hatten, 35, of Houston, Texas, pleaded guilty to a five-count superseding indictment charging... more

New Sign Erected on Wallisville Road LIBERTY, November 1, 2005 – A few weeks ago a crew of 3 or 4 men and some equipment showed up... more

Assets Of Company Dispensing Fake Flu Vaccine Frozen HOUSTON, October 31, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today obtained a court order freezing the assets of local health care... more

Application Deadline Is Nov. 5 for Big Time Texas Hunts AUSTIN, October 31, 2005 - The Lone Star State boasts some of the finest hunting... more

2005 Trail Ride LIBERTY, October 30, 2005 - The TVE 2005 Trail Ride rode through Liberty on Sunday afternoon in route... more

Local Accountant Develops Coping Skills FEATURE LIBERTY, October 29, 2005 – It was beautiful sunny day when my accountant showed up... more

One Vehicle Accident Sends Driver to Hospital WESTLAKE, October 29, 2005 - Shortly before 6:00 PM on Saturday a maroon Ford pickup... more

Gasoline Prices Drop for Third Week HOUSTON, October 28, 2005 - Pump prices dropped for the third consecutive week as demand for... more

Former Adult Day Care Operator In Nacogdoches Pleads Guilty NACOGDOCHES, October 28, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott's Medicaid fraud prosecutors, working through the office... more

Have a Hauntingly Safe Halloween LIBERTY, October 28, 2005 - A dark Halloween night can be a dangerous place for trick-or-treaters... more

Liberty County's Top Ten Most Wanted LIBERTY, October 28, 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a new list of... more

National Wildlife Refuges Preparing for Waterfowl Season ANAHUAC, October 28, 2005 - The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that portions of the Anahuac... more

Highway 321 VFD Receives Grant DAYTON, October 27, 2005 - Recently, The Highway 321 Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a Sam’s Club Foundation Community... more

Beautiful Animals Await Adoption LIBERTY, October 26, 2005 – The City of Liberty Animal Control Officer advised i-dineout.com today that... more

Felony Charges Filed Against Women In Haskell, Sweetwater AUSTIN, October 26, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today noted the arrests of two women in separate incidents stemming... more

Constitutional Amendments Election Tuesday, Nov. 8th LIBERTY, October 26, 2005 – Below are the proposed Texas Constitutional Amendments that will be on the ballot on Tuesday, November 8, 2005... more

Fugitive Flees Seeking Refuge Inside Store LIBERTY, October 25, 2005 - Shortly before Lewie’s closed at 10:00 PM on Wednesday, Officer... more

Marshall Hotel Owners Sued For Gouging Evacuees Fleeing Rita, Katrina HOUSTON, October 25, 2005 – Attorney General Greg Abbott today sued the owners of a Quality Inn & Suites hotel in Marshall... more

Wildlife Experts Advise Hunters About Avian Flu AUSTIN, October 25, 2005 - State and federal wildlife experts say the chance of people... more

They're Still Making Good Music LIBERTY, October 24, 2005 – It’s nice to know that good music is still being made. If you’re like me you’ve... more

Vehicle Leaves County Road and Strikes Culvert DAYTON, October 24, 2005 - Around 4:30 on Tuesday a one-vehicle major accident... more

Lubbock Nurse Aide Arrested for Slapping Two Seniors LUBBOCK, October 24, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s criminal Medicaid fraud officers arrested a Lubbock certified nurse aide... more

Conditions Bode Well for Deer Hunting Success AUSTIN, October 24, 2005 - Dry range conditions across much of Texas heading into the general... more

Pickup Runs Under 18-Wheeler DEVERS. October 24, 2005 - At about 10:45 AM on Monday, a two-vehicle accident occurred about 4 miles east of Devers on US 90... more

Residents in Path of Forest Fire Advised to Evacuate TARKINGTON, October 23, 2005 - At 9:00 PM on Sunday the Tarkington, Highway 321... more

Older Patients Don't Talk About Driving Ability during Medical Visits HOUSTON, October 22, 2005 — A new survey by AAA finds that... more

Falling Demand Sends Gasoline Prices Way Down HOUSTON, October 21, 2005 — The average price for a gallon of gasoline in Texas fell... more

Blood Drive October 29th LIBERTY, October 21, 2005 - We will have a Platelet drive at the First Liberty National Bank on the 29th from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m... more

Parolees Who Disappeared During Hurricane Rita Evacuation Captured AUSTIN, October 21, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today announced his Fugitive Unit has... more

Mark your calender! BEAUMONT, October 19, 2005 - The annual Southeast Texas Beef Symposium and Trade Show will be held on... more

Letter to the Editor LIBERTY, October 18, 2005 – The following letter was submitted as a letter to the editor of... more

Sex Offender Featured On America’s Most Wanted Arrested AUSTIN, October 18, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today... more

Drug Bust on US 90 Devers DEVERS, October 18, 2005 - On Sunday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m. Liberty County Deputy Pete Vela arrested two men on narcotic charges after... more

Entergy Plans to Re-Connect Customers Temporarily Powered by Houston-Based Electric Utility LIBERTY, October 18, 2005 - Late Tuesday, Entergy Texas will institute... more

LCSO Releases This Week's Top Ten LIBERTY, October 18, 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a new list of the Top Ten Most Wanted... more

FBI Releases Crime Statistics for 2004 WASHINGTON, D.C., October 17, 2005 - According to statistics compiled by... more

Biologists Assess Resource Damage From Hurricane Rita AUSTIN, October 17, 2005 - Wildlife and fisheries... more

Medicaid Fraud Investigation Lands Wichita Falls Nurse In Jail WICHITA FALLS, October 17, 2005 - An investigation by Texas Attorney... more

Fatal Accident West of Dayton DAYTON, October 17, 2005 – Monday morning around 12:30 AM Dayton Police Officers responded to a major accident west of Dayton... more

Bank Robbery in Winnie WINNIE, October 17, 2005 - On October 14, 2005 at approximately 3:25PM an aggravated robbery occurred at the Gulf Coast Bank... more

2005 TVE Baby Parade LIBERTY, October 16, 2005 - The 2005 TVE Baby Parade was held in downtown Liberty on Saturday on... more

Future Eagle Scout Delivers Baby Supplies LIBERTY, October 15, 2005 - Liberty County Constable Tim Allison wrote today about an... more

Cub Scout Roundups Rescheduled LIBERTY COUNTY, October 15, 2005 - Due to Hurricane Rita several of the Cub Scout Roundups had... more

Very Unfortunate Decision By The TVE LETTTER TO THE EDITOR, LIBERTY, October 14, 2005 - For the most part, fall has always been an enjoyable time of... more

Improve Your Digital Life LIBERTY, October 14, 2005 – If you haven’t heard there are some wonderful things at very low cost or free to improve... more

National Wildlife Refuges Outline Changes to Waterfowl Hunt Programs ANAHUAC, October 14, 2005 - In preparation for the upcoming... more

Drop in Demand & Prices HOUSTON, October 14, 2005 - Motorists' reduced demand for gasoline helped drive down pump prices this week... more

Chambers County SO Adds to Top Ten List ANAHUAC, October 13, 2005 – The Chambers County Sheriff Department added to the... more

LCSO Deputy’s Encounter Roy Smith Prior to Shooting Spree DAYTON, October 12, 2005 - In investigating a viewer's remarks stating that... more

Attorney General Abbott Obtains Court Order Halting Scam Operation Targeting Hurricane Evacuees AUSTIN, October 12, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today followed through on a Sept. 30... more

LifeShare to Hold Blood Drives LIBERTY, October 11, 2005 - LifeShare Blood Centers in Beaumont, Lake Charles, and New Orleans were hit hard with... more

Suspect in Early Morning Shooting Spree has Criminal Past DAYTON, October 10, 2005 – The suspect in Monday morning’s shooting... more

Removing Odors from Refrigerators and Freezers LIBERTY, October 10, 2005 – The Liberty County Extension Offices offers the following... more

Chambers County SO Adds to Top Ten List ANAHUAC, October 10, 2005 – Today the Chambers County Sheriff’s Department added Walter... more

Monarch Butterfly Migration Indicates Species Recovery AUSTIN, October 10, 2005 - The cool front that blew through Texas this week... more

Three Wounded, One Dead after Shooting Spree at Raceway UPDATED DAYTON, October 10, 2005 - The Dayton Police Department received a call of shots being fired at the... more

$3 Gas Averages Heading This Way HOUSTON, October 9, 2005 - Three dollar gasoline averages are fast approaching Texas motorists... more

Game Wardens, Parks, Wildlife Areas Cope in Rita's Aftermath AUSTIN, October 9, 2005 - Dozens of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department... more

Our Way of Life is Threatened EDITORIAL UNITED STATES, October 8, 2005 – The actions of the present administration in Washington is threatening... more

Red Cross Response Inconsistent with Need LIBERTY, October 8, 2005 - A huge crowd gathered in downtown Liberty on Saturday seeking... more

Fairchild Resigns at Constable of Pct. 3 HARDIN, October 7, 2005 – In an unexpected move, Liberty County Constable Pct. 3, “Chip” Fairchild... more

County Commissioners to Hold Regular Meeting Tuesday LIBERTY, October 7, 2005 - The Liberty County Commissioners Court will hold... more

Liberty City Council to Meet on Tuesday LIBERTY, October 7, 2005 - The Liberty City Council will meet on Tuesday evening at the First Liberty National Bank Civic Room... more

Secretary of Interior Reports Economic Impact of National Wildlife Refuges WASHINGTON, DC, Octoer 7, 2005 - Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton today released... more

2005 Hurricane Season is Far from Over WASHINGTON, October 06, 2005 - Despite autumn color in New England and predictions of snow... more

Attorney General Abbott’s Cyber Crimes Unit Arrests College Professor For Online Sex Solicitation AUSTIN, October 6, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s Cyber Crimes Unit arrested a University of... more

Organizations Assist City of Liberty LIBERTY, October 5, 2005 - A recent FEEDBACK REPLY asked the follow question, “Does anyone have the names/towns... more

Much Needed Relief Efforts Continue NORTH LIBERTY COUNTY, October 5, 2005 - Although the City of Liberty has had power restored, communities north of Liberty... more

Animals Available for Adoption at City Animal Shelter LIBERTY, October 4, 2005 – Several attractive animals are available for adoption at... more

Attorney General Abbott Awards $29 Million To Texas Crime Victim Services Organizations AUSTIN, October 4, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today awarded $29 million to 326 nonprofit... more

Conroe Man Killed in Iraq by Roadside Bomb WASHINGTON, DC, October 4, 2005 - The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was... more

Attorney General Abbott Shuts Down Debt Elimination Scheme Targeting Hurricane Evacuees AUSTIN, October 3, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today announced his office shut down a planned seminar... more

Hunter Education Courses Filling Up, Deferral an Option AUSTIN, October 3, 2005 - Despite offering 4,400 hunter education courses... more

In Storm's Wake, Estuary Day Shows Value Of Wetlands AUSTIN, October 3, 2005 - As Hurricane Rita was bearing down on the Texas coast... more

Liberty-Chambers Counties Community Supervision & Corrections Back in Full Service LIBERTY, October 3, 2005 - Due to faster than expected restoration of power, the... more

Anticipated Schedule for Power Restoration SOUTHEAST TEXAS, October 2, 2005 - In an effort to keep you informed, ENTERGY Representative... more

Gasoline Prices on Upswing after Hurricane Rita HOUSTON, October 1, 2005 - Gasoline prices have reversed course and are now... more

Hurricane Rita UPDATE AUSTIN, October 1, 2005 - Gov. Rick Perry today toured the Lufkin emergency operations center and praised... more

Assistance Remains the Key to Survival LIBERTY, HARDIN, September 29, 2005 – The effort to supply area residents with ice, water and... more

Investigators Arrest San Antonio Man in Money Laundering Case AUSTIN, September 29, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s money laundering team has arrested and jailed a San Antonio... more

Liberty-Chambers Counties Community Supervision LIBERTY, September 28, 2005 - The Liberty-Chambers Counties Community Supervision... more

Attorney General Abbott Warns Against Exploiting Hurricane Rita Victims During Recovery Efforts AUSTIN, September 28, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today warned about the continued threat... more

TELEPHONE FRAUD INVOLVING JURY DUTY Washington, D.C., September 28, 2005 - The FBI today is providing a warning to the public against... more

After Rita, State Parks Dig Out, Game Wardens Patrol East Texas AUSTIN, September 28, 2005 - Close to 200 Texas game wardens were... more

FLOOD STATEMENT LIBERTY, September 26, 2005 - A RIVER FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE TRINITY RIVER...INCLUDING LIBERTY ANd... more

MREs, Water and Food Distirubted Today LIBERTY, September 26, 2005 - Now that most perishable foods are gone and no stores are open in Liberty the military handing... more

Only One Gas Station Open in Liberty LIBERTY, September 26, 2005 - Again today the problems in Liberty consisted of how to obtain the necessities of life... more

Late Update from Liberty LIBERTY, September 25, 2005 – This will be last update until Monday morning for i-dienout.com. Perhaps the best way for you as persons... more

Liberty County Resident Returns for Brief Inspection LIBERTY COUNTY, September 25, 2005 - Liberty County resident Marie Henson returned to Liberty County on Sunday... more

Conditions in Liberty Sunday Afternoon LIBERTY, September 25, 2005 – The Chevron Gas Station on US 90 at FM 563 open for people to fill up with gas a couple of hours ago... more

Officers Arrive in Liberty LIBERTY, September 25, 2005 – Additional police unites arrived in Liberty today from Denton and McKinney Texas to assist... more

A RIVER FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR THE TRINITY RIVER LIBERTY, September 25, 2005 - NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HOUSTON/GALVESTON... more

Folks Line Up for Food and Ice in Liberty LIBERTY, September 25, 2005 - Sunday morning water and ice arrived at the old Golden Corral in Liberty to be distributed... more

Saturday Conditions in Liberty LIBERTY, September 24, 2005 - Liberty is really not habitable at this time and if you are somewhere else you should not try to return... more

Livingston Dam Emergency Release LIVINGSTON, September 24, 2005 - Sources tell i-dineout.com the Dam on Lake Livingston are now releasing 80,000 CFS and will soon increase this amount. Residents in low lying areas of Liberty County along the Trinity may soon flood and are encouraged to seek higher ground. If you have flooded in the past with releases of 80,000 CFS or more it is most likely you will flood again. You must be your own judge.

Postpone Your Return to Liberty LIBERTY, September 24, 2005 - According to Liberty City Manager Allen Barnes it would best if those who evacuated prior to Rita... more

Power Goes Out in Liberty

LIBERTY, September 23, 2005 – Shortly before 11:00 PM electrical power in the downtown area of Liberty went out.

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Over 175 Families Have Registered their Intentions to Stay LIBERTY, September 23, 2005 - As of 3:39 PM on Friday, approximately 175... more

LIBERTY, September 23, 2005, 11:00 AM - Brookshire Brothers appeared to be the only gasoline station in Liberty on Friday morning. Huge lines developed quickly of motorist needing fuel.

Evacuees Leave from Dayton DAYTON, September 23, 2005 - Today around 11:00 AM 6 buses from the Dallas, Carrollton and Farmers Branch... more

Conditions in Daisetta from Police Chief Mike Parrish DAISETTA, September 22, 2005- Just to note to let you know that mandatory... more

HURRICANE LOCAL STATEMENT HOUSTON, Septebmer 22, 2005 - NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HOUSTON/GALVESTON TX, 5:22 PM... more

Liberty Closed for Business LIBERTY, September 22, 2005 - After the mandatory evacuation order was issued this morning for Liberty... more

Coverage of Rita Continues LIBERTY, September 22, 2005 - i-dineout.com is hoping to continue all day and evening coverage of the pending landfall of Rita... more

Hurricane Carla 1961 LIBERTY, September 21, 2005 - I can remember Hurricane Carla and what happened here in Liberty in 1961... more

Liberty County Rebel Riders Win State Drill Team Championship ABILENE, September 21, 2005 - The Liberty County 4H Rebel Riders dazzled... more

Traffic Snarls in Liberty LIBERTY, September 21, 2005 – Traffic on US 90 in Liberty was snarled with folks fleeing the anticipated effects... more

Current Storm Information, Rita Category 5 Storm HOUSTON, September 21, 2005 - Below is the current storm information from the National... more

Attorney General Abbott Continues To Enforce Against Price-gouging As Hurricane Rita Approaches Texas AUSTIN, September 21, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today reminded all Texans... more

Chambers County Issues Phased Evacuation Order ANAHUAC, September 21, 2005 - Today Chambers County Judge... more

NTSB Issues Preliminary Report of Airplane Crash Near Cleveland CLEVELAND, September 21, 2005 - On September 15, 2005, at an unknown time, a single-engine Cessna... more

Rita's 8:00 AM Position HOUSTON, September 21, 2005 - AT 8 AM EDT... THE EYE OF HURRICANE RITA WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 24.4 NORTH... more

Weather Service Update on Hurricane Rita HOUSTON, September 20, 2005 - Hurricane Rita is moving into Gulf of Mexico and increasing... more

Chambers County Judge Calls for Voluntary Evacuation of Low Lying Areas ANAHUAC, September 20, 2005 - At 9:00 AM this morning Chambers County Judge... more

American Red Cross Projects Hurricane Katrina Most Costly Relief Effort in its History WASHINGTON, September 19, 2005 — The American Red Cross estimates that more than $2 billion will be required to meet... more

Hurricane Rita Targets Texas Coast LIBERTY, September 19, 2005 – Hurricane Rite appears to be targeting the Texas Coast with a... more

Hurricane Season is Not Over Yet HOUSTON, September 19, 2005 - "Hurricane season runs through the end of November," says Houston SPCA President Patricia Mercer... more

Report of Commissioners Court Meeting LIBERTY, September 18, 2005 - A regular meeting of the Liberty County Commissioners... more

Rita Predicted to Enter Gulf KEY WEST , September 18, 2005 – AT 8:00 PM EDT THE CENTER OF TROPICAL STORM RITA WAS LOCATED NEAR... more

Scouts Attend Town Hall Meeting DAYTON, September 18, 2005 - Cub Scouts from Pack 55 of Liberty, opened Congressman Ted Poe's... more

Evacuees Receive Assistance with Laundry LIBERTY, August 31, 2005 - The City Coin Laundry on 1902 Main in Liberty are working with... more

Update on Conditions in Sorrento SORRENTO, LA, August 31, 2005 - While reports from the area are vague Captain Mike Langley, of the City... more

Evacuees from Louisiana Enjoy Dinner at FBC Liberty LIBERTY, August 31, 2005 – At 6:00 PM on Wednesday members of the First Baptist... more

Prices at the Pump Going UP! LIBERTY, August 31, 2005 - Prices as the pump were increased today by some gasoline vendors in Liberty... more

Lower Trinity Valley Bird Club LIBERTY, August 31, 2005 - The Lower Trinity Valley Bird Club welcomes the public to... more

Attorney General Abbott’s Statement On Gasoline Prices AUSTIN, August 31, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg... more

Hurricane Disaster Relief DAYTON, August 31, 2005 - A coordinating effort is being set up between Dayton ISD, the City of Dayton, and The Dayton Chamber of... more

Pipeline Explosive Removal Over L IBERTY, August 31, 2005 - At approximately 10:00 am this morning Controlled Demolition Incorporated, a specialty explosives... more

Disaster Relief Information for Evacuees LIBERTY, August 31, 2005 – The following is information for Hurrican Katrina Evacuees in our area... more

New Orleans in Trouble NEW ORLEANS, August 30, 2005 - Tuesday night around 11:00 PM videographer and reporter Scott Engle was... more

Conditions in Sorrento, LA SORRENTO, LA, August 30, 2005  - Tonight, I-dineout.com interviewed the Police Chief of Sorrento, La, a small... more

Conditions Worsen Near New Orleans SORRENTO, LA, August 30, 2005 - Chief Mike Parrish of the Daisetta Police Department received... more

Attorney General Abbott Files Emergency Action Halting Bogus Foreclosure Rescue OperationHOUSTON, August 30, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today filed a legal action to stop... more

Pets for Adoption LIBERTY, August 30, 2005 – City of Liberty Animal Control Officer, Dean Vasser told i-dineout.com today... more

Two Projects in Liberty County Received Park Grants AUSTIN, August 30, 2005 - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved $3.75... more

U.S. Rep. Ted Poe Asks President Bush to Free Up Strategic Oil Reserves HUMBLE, August 29, 2005 – U.S. Representative Ted Poe, (TX-D02)... more

Driver Ejected in Major Accident on North Main Street LIBERTY, August 29, 2005 - At 9:00 PM on Monday a major accident occurred on... more

American Red Cross Launches Largest Mobilization Effort in History for Hurricane Katrina WASHINGTON, August 29, 2005 - The American Red Cross is launching the largest mobilization of resources in its history... more

Attorney General Warns Texas Businesses Of Consequences For Exploiting Hurricane Victims AUSTIN, August 29, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today warned Texas businesses such... more

Texas Waterfowl Seasons Adopted AUSTIN, August 29, 2005 - Patience and sharp bird identification skills are important traits shared by... more

10:00 AM Report of Katrina's Position NEW ORLEANS, August 29, 2005 - AT 10 AM CDT, THE CENTER OF HURRICANE KATRINA WAS LOCATED NEAR LATITUDE 30.2 NORTH... more

Scott Engle Reports from Jefferson Parrish Louisiana QuickTime NEW ORLEANS, August 28, 2005 – At 8:42 PM on Sunday i-dineout.com talked with videographer and reporter Scott Engle who left Harris County... more

Potentially Catastrophic Hurricane katrina Headed for North Gulf Coast NEW ORLEANS, August 28, 2005 - A HURRICANE WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR THE NORTH CENTRAL GULF COAST FROM MORGAN CITy... more

Sunday Morning Stabbing in Liberty LIBERTY, August 28, 2005 – The City of Liberty Police Department was notified of a stabbing at 10:30 AM... more

Commissioners Discuss Several Issues in Special Meeting and Workshop LIBERTY, August 28, 2005 - Tuesday August 23rd was a busy day... more

Liberty Police Respond to Fight at Wal-Mart LIBERTY, August 28, 2005 - Around 10:00 PM on Saturday the City of Liberty Police Department... more

Labor Day Coming Sept. 5th UNITED STATES, August 28, 2005 - The first observance of Labor Day is believed to have been a parade on... more

Katrina Re-Organizing Over the Southeastern Gulf of Mexico GULF OF MEXICO, August 27, 2005 - AT 4 PM CDT...2100Z...THE HURRICANE WATCH IS EXTENDED WESTWARD TO INTRACOASTAL CITY LOUISIANA ANd... more

Beausoliel Resigns, Archer Elected as LCDP Chairperson LIBERTY, August 26, 2005 - Rumors, leaked to various media sources for about... more

Record High Oil & Gas Prices HOUSTON, August 26, 2005 — Crude oil hit an all-time record high on Thursday due to fears of supply... more

FBI announces Two Arrests in MYTOB and ZOTOB Computer Worm Investigatation WASHGINTON, D.C., August 26, 2005 - Working with law enforcement authorities in Morocco and Turkey, the FBI... more

What is Podcasting? LIBERTY, August 26, 2005 - Podcastsing is currently a method of publishing audio broadcasts via the Internet, allowing... more

MADD is Mad about James Ronald McAlister BEAUMONT, August 25, 2005 - On March 29, 2005 Ronald McAlister hit a car with a young woman... more

American Red Cross Urges Family Communication Plan WASHINGTON, August 25, 2005 - As the height of this year’s hurricane season... more

Top Ten Most Wanted LIBERTY, August 25, 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a new list of the Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitives... more

Suspect in Police Pursuit Dies in Shoot Out BEUAMONT, August 24, 2005 (KBTV4.TV) - Numerous shots have been fired at Beaumont Police Officers in the 5200... more

Pursuit of Motorcycle Ends in Liberty County DAYTON, August 24, 2005 - It was shortly before 3:00 AM when the Chambers County Sheriff’s Department notified... more

Man Found Dead in his Home in Ridgewood Subdivision LIBERTY, August 23, 2005 - Rajesh Dugapersad age 33 of Liberty was found dead... more

Motorcycle Wipes Out on US 90 DAYTON, August 23, 2005 – Around 6:30 PM Tuesday DPS Troopers and Liberty County EMS responded... more

Huntsville Authorities Looking For Infant BULLETIN HUNTSVILLE, August 23, 2005 - An AMBER Alert has been issued for a missing infant in southeast Texas... more

Precinct 4 Dump Truck Rolls Over in Accident DAYTON, August 22, 2005 – Around 4:15 PM on Monday an accident involving a van pulling... more

New Traffic, Criminal Laws Set to go into Effect September 1 AUSTIN, August 22, 2005 - The Texas Department of Public Safety informed... more

Georgia Men Sentenced for Sexual Exploitation of Dayton Minors BEAUMONT, August 22, 2005 - Two Rome, Georgia men were... more

Woman on Trial for Murder of Dayton Man CORPUS CHRISTI, August 22, 2005 - For the first time in the nearly 160-year history of Nueces County, prosecutors are... more

Train Collides with 18-Wheeler LIBERTY, August 22, 2005 – At 10:07 AM on Monday the Liberty Police Department was notified of a train that collided with... more

Head-On Collision Takes Life of Devers Man RAYWOOD, August 22, 2005 - Before daybreak on Sunday morning a two-vehicle, head-on collision took the life of... more

Get Involved in Scouting LIBERTY COUNTY, August 21, 2005 - As a parent or grandparent, you not only make a difference, you make the... more

Treasures Here at Home EDITORIAL August 21, 2005 - I enjoy browsing and collecting things. No, I’m not a pack rat... more

Two Patients Transported by Life Flight After Motorcycle Accident DAYTON, August 20, 2005 – The driver and passenger riding... more

Accident FM 1960 at Waco Street DAYTON, August 20, 2005 – According to Officer Kenny Broyles of the Dayton Police Department, it was... more

Statement From Attorney General Abbott Regarding Texas Verdict Against Merck AUSTIN, August 19, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott issues this statement regarding today’s jury verdict... more

Record Weekly Pump Increases HOUSTON, August 19, 2005 - Gasoline prices raced to new records every day this week with weekly... more

NASA Targeting March for Next Shuttle Launch HOUSTON, August 18, 2005 - Technicians attach the tail cone to the Space Shuttle... more

Serial Killer Apologizes To Victims' Families WICHITA, KS, August 18, 2005 (KBTV4.TV)- The man known as the "BTK" killer apologized... more

Texas Becomes Nation’s Newest “Majority-Minority” State WASHINGTON, DC, August 18, 2005 - Texas has now joined Hawaii, New Mexico... more

Galveston County Man Scheduled For Execution AUSTIN, August 18, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott offers the following... more

Top Ten Most Wanted LIBERTY, August 18 , 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a new list of the Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitives... more

Trinity Valley Exposition BBQ Cook-Off LIBERTY, August 18, 2005 - The Trinity Valley Exposition Bar-B-Que Cook-off has been scheduled for October 14 & 15... more

Gasoline Prices at Highest Recorded Levels HOUSTON, August 17, 2005 - Gasoline prices in the Houston area are today at there highest... more

Attorney General Abbott Obtains First Guilty Plea Tied To Insider Profit Scheme Within Electric Reliability Council Of Texas GEORGETOWN, August 17, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today obtained... more

CSB Recommends Independent Panel To Review BP Safety And Culture HOUSTON, August 17, 2005 (KBTV4.TV) - The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has issued an urgent... more

Man Assaulted on Trinity Street LIBERTY, August 16, 2005 – At approximately 9:00 PM on Tuesday, City of Liberty EMS was... more

Check for Your Unclaimed Property AUSTIN, August 16, 2005 – Texas Comptroller, Carole Keeton Strayhorn advises fellow Texans... more

Seven Natural Wonders of Texas AUSTIN, August 15, 2005 - Did you know that Texas has ninety mountains a mile or more in altitude or... more

Be On the Lookout for School Children, School Buses AUSTIN, August 15, 2005 - School children across the state will head back to school... more

Civilian Conservation Corps Vets To Gather At Garner State Park CONCAN, August 15, 2005 - Dozens of surviving members of a unique... more

Record Breaking Crude HOUSTON, August 13, 2005 - Crude oil prices rallied to a new all time high Thursday forcing pump prices to their... more

High Speed Pursuit Ends with Arrest of 43 Year-Old Suspect ANAHUAC, August 13, 2005 - Chambers County Deputies and Game Wardens... more

Special Called Meeting of Liberty City Council LIBERTY, August 12, 2005 - Liberty City Council will meet on Thursday, August 18, 2004 in Council Chambers... more

AAA Texas Reminds Motorists to Drive Carefully When Schools Are Open HOUSTON, August 11, 2005 - As more than four million Texas... more

Attorney General Abbott Protects Children’s Health AUSTIN, August 11, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today applauded... more

Seven Ladies Top this Week's Top Ten LIBERTY, August 11, 2005 – The Liberty County Sheriff’s Department today released a new list of the Top Ten... more

Local Chapter of DAR Receives Awards LIBERTY, August 11, 2005 - Nancy Brandli, Regent of the Libertad Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution... more

Armed Robbery at the 777 Game Room LIBERTY, August 10, 2005 – Detective Gary Martin with the City of Liberty Police Department... more

Attorney General Abbott Announces Five-year Prison Sentence Against Corsicana Child Predator AUSTIN, August 10, 2005 – Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today announced a five-year... more

Advisory Concerning E-mail Scams from LCSO LIBERTY, August 9, 2005 - Captian Billy Tidwell of the Liberty County Sheriff's Office today... more

Daisetta Water on the Mend DAISETTA, August 9, 2005 – According to Mayor Lynn Wells, recent problems experienced by Daisetta residents with the water... more

Return to Flight Crew Exits Discovery EDWARDS AFB, August 9, 2005 - The seven-member crew of STS-114 has exited Discovery. The first steps the astronauts took... more

Landing Rescheduled for Tuesday HOUSTON, August 8, 2005 - The crew aboard Space Shuttle Discovery was awakened at 8:39 p.m. EDT... more

Liberty to Add More Retail Businesses LIBERTY, August 8, 2005 - Jerry Grooms, currently spearheading economic development for... more

Attorney General Abbott Hails Grand Jury Indictment Of Kerrville Veterinarian SAN MARCOS, August 8, 2005 - Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott today praised a Hays County grand jury for... more

Landing Waved Off for Monday HOUSTON, August 8, 2005 - Due to low clouds at the Kennedy Space Center landing site, Mission Control Houston has...