Composed by Scott Flowers

Richardson Street in Joaquin Focus of HAZMAT Cleanup Efforts

November 28, 2024 - Richardson Street in Joaquin is the site of an alleged illegal dumping incident and authorities are seeking details on those responsible.

According to Joaquin Mayor Jessie Griffith, used cooking grease was discovered on November 27, 2024, and authorities with TCEQ were contacted.

Mayor Griffith reports, a cleanup operation is ongoing and is expected to take days to complete.

County Road 4855 Open to General Traffic

November 14, 2024 - Commissioner Bellmyer reports the work on County Road 4855 has been complete and the roadway is now open to general traffic.

November 12, 2024 - Tom Bellmyer, Commissioner Precinct 4, announces the closure of County Road 4855 due to a culvert washout Friday, November 8. 

The road is closed 1/2 mile off FM 1970 allowing for a turnaround and access is available off Rosehill Road.

CR 4855 is expected to be closed today November 12, 2024 and will hopefully re-open late November 13, 2024.

Shelby County Reps Address TCJS Commission Due to Non-Compliance

November 12, 2024 - Representatives of Shelby County faced the Texas Commission on Jail Standards on November 7, 2024, for a hearing on the jail’s non-compliance designation.

The commission had a long agenda addressing issues with jails across the state, and Shelby County was just one of them.

Those present from Shelby County included Kevin Windham, Sheriff; Chad Hooper, Chief Deputy; Tiffany Ryals, Jail Administrator; Allison Harbison, Shelby County Judge; Tom Bellmyer, Commissioner Precinct 4; and Luciana Barr, Emergency Management Coordinator.

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