James Bowie’s O’ Neal earns Teacher of the Year honors

Dana O’neal was joined by Superintendent Eddy May and JBHS Principal Stephanie Sparks as she received her certificate for Teacher of the Year from the AFA

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Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter on April 9, 2025

A Simms Independent School District teacher was named the Teacher of the Year by the local chapter of the Air and Space Force Association (AFA).

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Telford Unit officers arrested on contraband charges

April 16, 2025

On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, law enforcement officers served seven felony arrest warrants related to an alleged conspiracy among correctional staff an...

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NB murder suspect now on Ten Most Wanted List

A reward up to $5,000 now offered for info that leads to Evans’ arrest

By Kenny Mitchell Publisher Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter

April 16, 2025

The Texas Department of Public Safety has added a New Boston murder suspect to their 10 Most Wanted List and a reward up to $5,000 is now being offere...

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County launches new emergency alert system

Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter

April 16, 2025

A new alert system is replacing the area’s old phone notification system for emergencies. Hyper-Reach is the area’s new mass alert system to notify re...

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Redwater Student of the Month

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April 16, 2025

Congratulations to Redwater Junior High 7th grader Blayne Burnett, our April Student of the Month! Blayne has been recognized by staff for his helpful...

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Bowie County daycare centers receive local tax relief

Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter

April 16, 2025

Qualified child care facilities in Bowie County will save some money thanks to a property tax exemption. The Bowie County Commissioners Court unanimou...

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This Week in History

Thirty Years Ago-1995

April 16, 2025

Thirty Years Ago-1995 April 13, 1995 DeKalb finishes first in District 13-AAA Softball The DeKalb Lady Bears assured themselves of the number position...