Three deaths a day in Texas due to drunk driving

Opinion

July 5, 2023

Drunk driving deaths increased again last year in Texas, and TxDOT is urging all Texans to save lives and reverse this trend by choosing a sober ride.

In the Atlanta District in 2022, there were 310 DUI-alcohol related traffic crashes, resulting in 19 fatalities and 47 serious injuries. “Imagine those people that were injured or killed were your parents, siblings or friends,” said Atlanta District Engineer Rebecca Wells. “These are people from our community, and they deserve better.”

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Hwy. 8 crash claims life of Texarkana teen

Kenny

July 7, 2025

By Susan Lindsey Staff Reporter A multiple-vehicle crash near New Boston claimed the life of a Texarkana teen Friday afternoon. Troopers with the Texa...

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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...

Lifestyle

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...