23% of holiday traffic deaths caused by drunk drivers

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TxDOT urges Texans to find a sober ride this holiday season on November 23, 2022

As people celebrate the holidays with friends and family, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) wants everyone to remember to always find a sober ride.

In TxDOT’s Atlanta District last year, 330 DUI-alcohol related traffic crashes resulted in the deaths of 21 people and the serious injury of 51 others. From Dec. 1, 2021 through Jan. 1, 2022, the area saw 28 DUI-alcohol related traffic crashes resulting in one death and five serious injuries.

The Atlanta District is comprised of Bowie, C...

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CHRISTUS Health announces contract extension with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas through July 31

Kenny

July 3, 2025

CHRISTUS Health announced today it has reached a month-long contract extension with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) that ensures continued in...

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Arkadelphia community celebrates historical designation

By Holly Harper Staff Writer

July 2, 2025

The community of Arkadelphia was formed near the City of Maud in Bowie County in the mid to late 1800’s to serve the African American community follow...

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Arrest made in west Bowie County double homicide

Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter

July 2, 2025

Officials say an interrupted burglary led to the shooting deaths of two former prison guards at a home near DeKalb. The bodies of Donna Culpepper and ...

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Citizens urged to Sign Petition as Red River Army Depot Faces Imminent Threat

July 2, 2025

A press release issued this week by the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE) Local 2189 – Red River Army Depot, the time is now to act in s...

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New Boston Hall of Fame athlete honored with plaque at Lincoln University

Kenny Mitchell Publisher

July 2, 2025

Vickie R Boone was a multi-sport standout and a 1981 Hall of Fame graduate from New Boston High School. She was a regular in qualifying for the Region...

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A&M-Texarkana President Ross Alexander Thanks Texas Legislature For Funding Increase

July 2, 2025

Texas A&M University- Texarkana President Dr. Ross Alexander thanked the Texas Legislature for the university’s increase in funding allocated through ...