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UPDATED – Missing Person – Joshua Ian Larkin
Mr. Joshua Ian Larkin is still missing, and we are actively investigating his whereabouts. We are investigating his actions and movements prior to him being reported missing. We are looking to talk to any individuals who may have encountered Mr. Larkin in the days prior to him being missing. Please contact the Newton County…
Read MorePursuit Ends, Driver Identified, Charges Pending
Press Release from Sheriff Burby At approximately 2:41 a.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2022, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office informed Newton County Sheriff’s Department that they had a vehicle pursuit that cross the state line on Hwy. 12 in Deweyville. A short time later, NCSO dispatchers received a call from a citizen to report a suspicious…
Read MoreNewton Defeats West Orange Stark in Defensive Battle
Sports Writer and Photographer: Heather Foster An exhilarating win against Jasper in Week #3 made for a very productive week for the Eagles as they prepared to host the tradition-rich West Orange-Stark Mustangs in the final game of the Eagles’ strenuous pre-season. In a well-attended Singletary Stadium, the crowd was treated to a showdown as…
Read MoreThe City of Newton Issues Ordinance to Create Child Safety Zones
Newton Police Chief, Will Jackson, wanted to make sure that the citizens of the City of Newton were aware of a new ordinance that recently passed in the city limits. The purpose of the ordinance is to regulate a sex offender’s residency in order to protect children in the City of Newton. According to the…
Read MoreAfter a Strong Season, Eagles Fall to Bulldogs
Photos: Heather Foster Pictured above- Tristian Lathan shooting behind the arch for the Eagles. Headline Photo: Brice Westbrook beating Hitchcock defenders on a fast break. The NHS Varsity Eagles played against the state- ranked Hitchcock Bulldogs on Friday, February 26 and fell to the Bulldogs 77-55. Coach Parks made adjustments after the half…
Read MoreHelp is Still Available
The Jasper/Newton Long Term Recovery Group is continuing to help residents in our area that have been affected by Hurricane Laura. Cathy Pearson, of the Agriculture Extension Office in Newton, wants to make sure that every person in Newton County that needs help, gets help. For any person that may have financial need that has…
Read MoreMobile Testing Site Coming Monday, January 18 in Newton
Newton County will offer a Covid-19 drive-thru, rapid test on Monday, January 18th. Nurses will be offering the mouth swab test from 8- 4 p.m. The testing site will be held at the Newton County Fairgrounds on Loop 505 in Newton. No appointment necessary.
Read MoreSRA Provides Disaster Recovery Grants
The Board of Directors of the Sabine River Authority of Texas (SRA) has approved special funding to provide disaster recovery assistance grants to counties, municipalities, and other entities located within the Sabine River Basin that were impacted by Hurricane Laura. Over the coming weeks, grant checks will be presented to the following local entities: Orange…
Read MoreEagles vs. Hornets for 9th District Title
Photo by Heather Foster; Pre-Game Story by Jon Meek The Newton Eagles, who are currently 4-2 (4-0) will host the Hemphill Hornets 6-1 (4-1) in the final home game of the regular season. The Eagles have already clinched a playoff spot and will try to win their 9th consecutive District Title Friday night at Singletary…
Read MoreEagles Soar High Above the Owls, 62-0
By Jon Meek Photos by Heather Foster The Newton Eagles loaded up Friday for a long three-hour drive to Anderson, Texas to face the 2-2 (1-0) Owls. Anderson-Shiro gave Newton a close contest in the District Championship during their last season, so the Eagles expected a fight from the Owls. Anderson-Shiro won the…
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