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Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

LIBERTY— Liberty County Commissioners Court held a special meeting last week to discuss a new subdivision and a Dayton bridge in need of repairs.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

CLEVELAND— For its 90th birthday, the city announced a rebranding effort to better reflect the area, highlighting its natural surroundings, industrial heritage and welcoming community.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

LIBERTY— A local writer transformed the cities of Liberty and Dayton into Acer and Daystown, adding a loveable group of kids who travel around solving mysteries in a new series of books.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

LIBERTY— As recovery efforts following historic flooding continue in the Hill Country, many across the state are grappling with the reality that loved ones are gone, including right here at home.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

There was plenty to do to celebrate Independence Day as residents attended celebrations in Liberty, Dayton, Cleveland and Hull-Daisetta throughout the weekend.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:55am

Almost as soon as Sen. Robert Nichols announced his upcoming retirement, District 9 Rep. Trent Ashby launched his bid as a Republican to replace longtime legislator in District 3.

News

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

There was plenty to do to celebrate Independence Day as residents attended celebrations in Liberty, Dayton, Cleveland and Hull-Daisetta throughout the weekend.

LIBERTY— A local writer transformed the cities of Liberty and Dayton into Acer and Daystown, adding a loveable group of kids who travel around solving mysteries in a new series of books.

Almost as soon as Sen. Robert Nichols announced his upcoming retirement, District 9 Rep. Trent Ashby launched his bid as a Republican to replace longtime legislator in District 3.

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

CLEVELAND— For its 90th birthday, the city announced a rebranding effort to better reflect the area, highlighting its natural surroundings, industrial heritage and welcoming community.

Sports

LIBERTY— Although we are already in July, the awards keep rolling in for the Liberty Lady Panthers on the softball diamond.

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

Recent game scores and upcoming games.

DAYTON— Peyton Snapp loves to run; correction, he says, “running is my life.” That is the motto that Dayton High School graduate Peyton Snapp is taking with him to Incarnate Word University in San Antonio next month.

DAYTON— The Dayton Broncos are gearing up for what should be an exciting season on the football field, and early on, they will have some home cooking.

Opinions

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

Gov. Greg Abbott said Sunday he’s likely to instruct the Legislature to investigate early warning systems and other governmental responses to July Fourth flash flooding that killed dozens of people in the Hill Country.

Jul 3, 2025 - 02:36

The passage of the state’s first voucher program means homeschool families in Texas will soon be eligible for up to $2,000 to use toward educational costs such as tutoring or curriculum.

Jul 3, 2025 - 02:36

As we approach the Fourth of July, we celebrate the anniversary of our nation’s independence and honor those who have fought to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. Whether you’re enjoying fireworks, grilling with family, or simply taking a day off, I wish you a safe and joyful Independence Day.

Jun 26, 2025 - 02:19

Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline Sunday vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate items containing the substance, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Obituaries

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

As we lovingly remember Deborah Lee Walker, affectionately known as Debbie, we remember her spirit for adventure and how she never missed an opportunity to spend time with family and friends. Debbie passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025, surrounded by her two devoted sons, Scott and Darin.

Jul 10, 2025 - 02:55

Christina Marie Henderson Blake, lovingly known as “Tina,” passed to her heavenly kingdom July 3, 2025. Tina was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, community leader and cattle rancher.

Jun 26, 2025 - 02:19

Connie Teel Gholson, 69, of Liberty, Texas, died on June 8, 2025. Born on November 13, 1955, in Beaumont, Texas, Connie was the beloved daughter of the late James Monroe Teel and Dorothy Brand Teel.

Jun 19, 2025 - 03:01

Pamela Kay Malone Perkins, 70, of Atascocita, Texas, died on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Humble. She has been described by those who knew her well as a “classy southern lady” with great inner strength.