Woman charged in assault on deputy sheriff

A 58-year-old Cade Lake woman was arrested on Friday, April 10, on a felony charge of assault on a peace officer after initially being arrested on a misdemeanor assault charge.

Driver in March 25 fatality identified

A 73-year-old Caldwell man killed on March 25 in head-on collision on State Highway 36 South near F.M. 976 has been identified as Emmett Palmer.DPS Sgt. Justin Ruiz confirmed his name on Monday, April 13, after the name was initially withheld pending notification of next of kin.

Woman assaults deputy at Chilifest

A Seguin woman was arrested on Friday, April 10, at Chilifest on a felony assault on a peace officer charge while being arrested on two misdemeanor charges.

Woman hurt in F.M. 50 rollover

A Katy woman was injured on Wednesday, April 8, in a truck rollover accident on F.M. 50 and was transported to a Brenham hospital.The accident occurred at 4:23 a.m. when Alicia Garcia, 38, was southbound on F.M. 50 , .

Phones down, eyes up, Texas

Whatever’s on the phone, it can’t be as important as what’s in front of you on the road. Pay attention behind the wheel -- it can save a life.Distracted driving was the second-most common factor in Texas traffic crashes last year, contributing to more than 86,000.

Solid Ground

God allows us to enter Christ’s rest and benefit from it nowNow that the celebration of Easter is over, this is a good time to focus on just what Jesus has been doing those two centuries since the resurrection.

Deep soil testing can reduce input costs amid high fertilizer prices

Farmers should consider deep soil testing for residual nitrogen and other nutrients, especially when rising fertilizer prices impact profit potential, according to a team of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists.

Batts receives Masonic Community Builder Award

Lee Scott Masonic Lodge presented Bill Batts, a long time Somerville resident the 2026 Community Builders Award on Saturday, April 11, at the Masonic Lodge in Somerville.

Commissioner Miller celebrates National Garden Month

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is welcoming National Garden Month in April by encouraging Texans to plant gardens, support local agriculture, and reconnect with the land.

Caldwell ISD candidates discuss district issues

The Caldwell ISD school board has two seats up for election at the upcoming May 2 election: those currently held by William Foster and Pam Evans.Both Foster and Evans filed to retain their seats, and are joined in the race by newcomer Dustin Strange.