KOUNTZE — A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 309,053 visitors to Big Thicket National Preserve in 2020 spent $20.3 million in communities near the park. That spending supported … more

AUSTIN — Eligible public school districts and open-enrollment charter schools in Texas may apply to the Texas Education Agency to receive their allocation of the $5.5 billion appropriated to Texas … more

At the June 10 meeting of the Lumberton ISD Board of Trustees meeting, two outgoing school board members were recognized for their years of service. Honored were James Glenn (left) and Margaret … more

For those hesitating to set new fitness goals after having last year’s sidetracked by gym closures, it’s time to get back in action. Even if your gym is still restricted, there are plenty of … more

SOUR LAKE – On May 6, 36th Congressional District U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (R) hosted a ceremony at Hardin-Jefferson High School (HJHS) to recognize the participants and announce the winner of the … more

KOUNTZE — With Memorial Day weekend right around the corner, the staff at Big Thicket National Preserve would like to encourage everyone to think about safety when swimming, boating, or recreating … more

ORANGE – Each May, National Foster Care Month helps raise awareness of the children and families involved in the foster care system and the need for more people to step up to support them. Last … more

SILSBEE — The Ice House Museum and Cultural Center will host an open house on Saturday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is located at 818 Earnest Avenue. “Following the pandemic, … more

Local residents inducted into Phi Kappa Phi BATON ROUGE, La. — Erin Sims and Avery White, who attend Lamar University, were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the … more

Silsbee Oaks Activities Director Rhonda Tanton decorated a mirror and staff went around and took pictures of their residents. Tanton took a picture of Edna Cook to see the beauty within. “Just as … more