“Everybody thinks that trafficking is being kidnapped at the back of van and instead it’s, ‘hey do you want to hang out at the Four Corners and here’s my friend...’ and that’s how it starts,” Assistant DA Bryan Jiral.
Bureau of Justice Statistics shows that about 60 percent of formerly incarcerated people struggle to find employment. Studies also show employment can be a key factor in preventing recidivism and re-incarceration. A second chance can open doors for many people in need of a job opportunity.
"...it’s everything that Green Acres is, except it’s going to be in Spanish. Which means all of our worship, the preaching, the teaching, we have small groups all that will be in Spanish,” lead pastor Michael Gossett said.
“After a remarkable 24-year journey of tireless dedication and unwavering commitment to the mission and values of Panola College, Dr. Gregory Powell has announced he will retire in August 2024.”
Parts of East Texas were left with downed trees, powerlines and limbs, while some people were without power. Sunday night’s strong storms left the city of Jacksonville with quite the mess.
Four East Texas nonprofit organizations were given a collective total of $275,000 to benefit their missions by CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances on Thursday.
An inaugural event took place in one East Texas city today to recognize and honor the contributions of citizens, past and current, who have made a lasting impact on their community.
An annual East Texas homeowners’ association picnic was not just about cooking out but also focused on preparedness in the face of varying emergencies.