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Texas Land Management Agencies Encourage Texans to Prevent Wildfires During Dove Hunting Season

August 30, 2023 — During the upcoming dove hunting season, Texans are urged to help protect the lands and natural resources that we all love by being mindful of activities that may cause a wildfire.

Persistent triple-digit temperatures and minimal rainfall over the past two months have resulted in extremely dry vegetation across the state, which increases the likelihood of dangerous wildfires. Any outdoor activities that create heat or sparks can ignite dry vegetation and wildfire.

Shelby County Commissioner Dumpster Schedule

August 30, 2023 - During the current burn ban, Shelby County Commissioners are allowing the use of their dumpsters for household trash. This is only during the burn ban and is not in any way meant to replace regular household trash service.

Prohibited items aren’t allowed, such as, tires, paint, batteries, etc.

Residents can only utilize the dumpster of the precinct where they live. Each commissioner yard may not have the same hours. Review the following information to determine when you can access the dumpster in your area:

"Out in Left Field" by Randy Smith

August 28, 2023 - On May 21, 2023, I fell and broke my hip, after a local dog attacked one of my leashed dogs. We were on our way to Joaquin City Park, and I fell behind Feed Trough Cafe. To make matters worse, I feel on a fire ant mound, and they were none too pleased. I was in a lot of pain and couldn’t move. Within seconds, people from the park and the cafe came to help. Someone called my wife, another good soul grabbed the leashes holding my two dogs, and one sweet lady went to get the mayor, who is an experienced EMT and ambulance driver.

“I'll Never Understand” by Neal Murphy

August 26, 2023 -  I admit that I am from the old school of doing things, therefore much of the fads and activities of the current generation are puzzling to me.  Gone are the days when people consulted Emily Post to see if their actions were “appropriate”.  There were also certain unwritten rules governing activities and dress that were adhered to by most everyone.  Rare were the “lone wolves” who lived by their own rules amongst us, and those people were  pretty well shunned by everyone else.

PUCT Echoes ERCOT Conservation Request Ahead of Tight Grid Conditions

Appeal for Conservation Effective Today, Aug. 25 from 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. CT

August 25, 2023 - Continued low wind-power generation and high demand for electricity will result in anticipated low operating reserves for the Texas power grid this afternoon and into the evening. The Public Utility Commission (PUCT) is echoing a call from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) asking Texans to conserve electricity use, if safe to do so, today from 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. CT.

Workforce Solutions DET Connects People with Jobs, Businesses with Qualified Candidates

Pop-Up Workforce Centers, Job Fairs, Workshops

August 25, 2023 - Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas Continues Connecting People with Jobs and Businesses with Qualified Candidates

Workforce Solutions Deep East Texas continues in September to offer a variety of free services to help Deep East Texas businesses thrive and get individuals back to work or on a path to sustainable careers.

Pop-Up Workforce Centers

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