Two Vehicles Crash at Loop 500, FM 2468 Intersection

May 16, 2019 - Loop 500 and the intersection of FM 2468 was the scene of a two-vehicle crash involving a white SUV and a pickup truck which was part of a construction crew resurfacing portions of Shelby County roadways.

Sheriff's Department Seeks Dutton (Updated)

Update: The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reports Riki D’Shain Dutton surrendered himself today, May 14, 2019 into custody.

May 13, 2019 - The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is seeking the whereabouts of Riki D’Shain Dutton, 27, of Center. Dutton is described as a 5’6” white male and weighs approximately 175 pounds. He has brown hair and blue eyes.

Tenaha, Payne Streets Scene of Two-Vehicle Crash in Center

May 13, 2019 - Tenaha Street in Center was the scene of a two-vehicle collision at around 3:50pm, May 13, 2019.

Boil Water Notice for Denning Rural Water System Rescinded

May 13, 2019 - The water on Denning Rural Public Water System no longer requires boiling. On May 9, 2019, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the Denning Rural Public Water System, #2030004, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Boil Water Notice for San Augustine Rural Water System Rescinded

May 13, 2019 - The water on San Augustine Rural WSC no longer requires boiling. On May 9, 2019, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the San Augustine Rural Public Water System, #2030007, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals or employees that due to conditions which occurred recently in the public water system, the water from this public water system was required to be boiled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Commissioner 4 Reports Roadway Now Clear (Update)

May 9, 2019 - Precinct 4 Commissioner Tom Bellmyer has reported as of 4:54pm, May 10, 2019, the water across CR 4323 has receded and the road is now passable.

Precinct 4 Commissioner Tom Bellmyer reports flooding on CR 4323 in the river bottom at the location of the three bridge. Bellmyer estimates the water is 18 inches deep. Trucks have been able to go through but he encourages everyone to use extreme caution. Remember: Turn around, don't drown.

SWEPCO Storm Update No. 4

May 10, 2019 - More than 500 line and service personnel are working in the field to restore power, including crews from throughout SWEPCO and outside contractors, following severe storms that struck the Ark-La-Tex Wednesday.

Project Updates for Lufkin District Includes Shelby County

May 10, 2019 - The Lufkin District is moving into late spring and early summer with many ongoing construction and maintenance projects. Motorists are urged to use caution, reduce speed and stay alert as they travel through a work zone. Obey all signage, flaggers and lead cars. Never drive around cones or barricades in a work zone. Also be prepared to stop.

Work schedules are subject to change in inclement weather. For current road closures and project updates statewide, visit drivetexas.org. Work schedules for coming days in the nine-county Lufkin District include:

DETEC Reports Power Outage (Update: 12:30pm)

May 9, 2019 - As of 12:30 PM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting less than 5 outages. We appreciate your patience and we commend DETEC crews for working diligently to restore power.

As of 8:30 AM, Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative is reporting approximately 600 members without power after overnight storms

Vegetable Medley Results from Single-Vehicle Crash

May 8, 2019 - A truck load of vegetables spread across the roadside of U.S. Highway 96 North just south of CR 3770 following a single-vehicle crash Wednesday, May 8, 2019.

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