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Bicyclist killed by auto near Silsbee

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HARDIN COUNTY – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Troopers are investigating a fatal crash on Farm-to-Market Road 92, approximately 1.8 miles north of Silsbee, that occurred Sunday, January 29, 2023.

Motorcyclist hurt in accident

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A 46-year-old man was seriously injured when the motorcycle he was riding was in collision with a black Dodge Charger about 9:20 p.m. last Saturday night near the intersection of SH 327 and 21st Street in Silsbee.

Babin announces art competition for area high school students

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Intent to Participate Application Due by Wednesday, February 8, 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) will once again host a Congressional Art Competition in 2023. Students in grades 9-12 wishing to participate must reside (check here) within the 36th Congressional District of Texas.

Education First Federal Credit Union presents over $12,680 to Hardin County Schools

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BEAUMONT – Education First Federal Credit Union and its Paying It Forward program distributed over $56,000 to 144 local schools in Southeast Texas on Wednesday, January 25. The Paying It Forward program was conceived eight years ago to support education while allowing the credit union’s members to direct dollars back into their communities.

Silsbee Police Report

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The Silsbee Police Department released the following information. Each individual named in this report is assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Lumberton Police Report

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The Lumberton Police Department released the following information. Each individual named to this report is assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Hardin County Sheriff’s Report

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The Hardin County Sheriff ’s Department released the following information. Each individual named in this report is assumed to be innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

LeTourneau University announces Fall 2022 President’s List

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LONGVIEW – The following students were named to the Fall 2022 President’s List at Le-Tourneau University in Longview. The President’s List recognizes students who have achieved a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester to receive this honor. LeTourneau University President Dr. Steven D. Mason said being named to the President’s List is, indeed, a significant achievement and honor. “ As the comprehensive Christian polytechnic institution in the country, LeTourneau University attracts students who are among our nation’s best,” Mason said. “I’m especially impressed with these honor roll students, and I expect them to have a significant impact on our future.” Ruth Cartwright of Kountze, who is majoring in Interdisciplinary studies, was honored by being named to the President’s List.