"Our area has the highest overdose death rate per 100,000 people in Texas and the rise of fentanyl and other synthetic opioids has only worsened the crisis"
In the quiet town of Lufkin, Texas, 17-year-old Jacob never thought he would see his life spiral out of control. A talented athlete with...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 18
Newton County has issued a Burn Ban
Burn Ban in effect until March 25, 2025 When a burn ban is in effect, take these precautions to prevent wildfires: 🔹 No Outdoor Burning...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 18
Newton County Sheriff's Report
Weekly Sheriff’s Report By Newton County Sheriff Colton Havard March 17th, 2025 We started our inmate work program last week at the...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 17
Scholarship for Newton County Go Texan
Newton, TX - Toby Pennington of Newton County Go Texan announced a scholarship. Pennington said of the printable application, "If you...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 17
Kirbyville woman is missing
KIRBYVILLE, TX- 41-year-old Bonnie Beck of Kirbyville has gone missing. It is unknown how long she has been missing, but it is believed...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 17
7 Day Forecast
12News Meteorologist Kerry Cooper Chilly night ahead with light winds, clear skies and very dry air in place. Winds will be back off the...
Sandi Saulsbury
Mar 16