Category: County

Senator Nichols Meets With School Superintendents

Senator Nichols @ Palestine 1Sen. Nichols press release

Palestine — Sen. Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) met with local superintendents from Cherokee, Anderson and Henderson counties recently. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss education issues in preparation for the 84th Legislature which convenes in January.

“The Legislature faces many challenges this session, and we cannot make good decisions unless we are listening closely to those we represent,” said Nichols. “Education is and always will be one of the most important issues we face as a state.” Continue reading “Senator Nichols Meets With School Superintendents”

TxDOT Update

TxDOT press release

Texas Department of Transportation maintenance crews in Athens will be performing base repair work on FM 2329 about two miles south of FM 316. The work is expected to last for three days. Meanwhile, another crew will be doing level up work on FM 764 and FM 1667 in Trinidad. This work is expected to take approximately four days to complete. Expect lane closures with flaggers handling traffic control at both locations.

Elsewhere, the widening project on FM 317 from FM 607 to FM 314 is under way. Lane closures can be expected on this job.

Henderson County Polls Go Completely Electronic

EslateHenderson County voters should be aware that polls will be completely electronic for the upcoming election on Nov. 4.

Henderson County is using the Hart Interactive eSlate system. “The eSlate device is about the size of a legal pad and weighs just 5.2 pounds. The voter uses a rotary wheel to navigate through the ballot and select his or her vote. The rotary interface was chosen because it is more accurate and durable than touch-screen systems,” according to information released by the county.

Here is a video by Hart Interactive describing how to use the eSlate.

Voters who want a hands-on demonstration so they know what to expect can visit the Voter Registration Office, located at 201 E. Larkin Street, until early voting begins on Oct. 20.

Voters who meet the qualifications for Absentee Voting (voting by mail) will be eligible to receive a paper ballot by mail. To meet the qualifications, you must either be:

  • 65 years of age or older
  • Disabled
  • Confined in jail
  • Expected to be absent from the county on Election Day and during the hours of the early voting period. Your ballot must be mailed to an address outside the county.

For questions or more information, contact the Voter Registration Office at (903) 675-6149.

Monarch Utilities Launches Third Annual Project Wishbone

Monarch press release

Monarch Utilities I, L.P., a subsidiary of SouthWest Water Company, is pleased to announce the third annual Project Wishbone-Thanksgiving basket giveaway. The program offers ready-to-cook food baskets to qualified Monarch customers who desire to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving meal this year, but may not be able to afford one.

Eligible customers will receive a holiday basket filled with everything needed to prepare a family dinner, including yams, green beans, cornbread stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, dessert and the customer’s choice of a turkey or ham.

“We are pleased to offer Project Wishbone for the third consecutive year,” Janice Hayes, communications manager of SouthWest Water Company – Texas Utilities, said. “We understand that our customers may need a little extra help during the holiday season and believe giving back to the community we serve is an important part of our responsibility.” Continue reading “Monarch Utilities Launches Third Annual Project Wishbone”

County Attorney’s Report, September 2014

Justice logoCounty Attorney Clint Davis reported the following activity in the disposition of cases filed through his office during the month of September 2014 in the County Court at Law, County Court at Law No. 2, and County Court:

  • Assaults 4
  • Boating While Intoxicated 1
  • Burglary of Vehicle 1
  • Criminal Mischief $50.00 to $500.00 2,
  • Criminal Trespass 10,
  • DWI 17,
  • DWI open Container 4,
  • DWLI 12,
  • Evading Arrest Detention 4,
  • Expired Vehicle Registration 1,
  • Fail to Appear 2,
  • Fail to Signal (lane change) 1,
  • Fail to Identify Fugitive from Justice 3,
  • Harassment 1,
  • Interfere with Emergency Call 1,
  • No Liability Ins 1,
  • Possession Marijuana 2 to 4 oz. 1,
  • Marijuana less than 2 oz. 17,
  • Public Nuisance 2,
  • Purchase Furnish Alcohol to Minor 1,
  • Reckless Driving 1,
  • Resisting Arrest Search or Transport 3,
  • Speeding 12,
  • Terroristic Threat 1,
  • Theft by Check 22,
  • Theft $50.00 to $500.00 4,
  • Theft Prop $500.00 to $1,500.00 2,
  • Theft of Service $20.00 to $500.00 1,
  • Theft of Service $50.00 to $1,500.00 7,
  • Unrestrained Child Under 4 1,
  • Unsafe Speed 1,
  • Violation of Clean Air Act 2,
  • Violate Promise to Appear 1.
  • Total number of dispositions for the month: 124
  • Total amount of fines and court costs assessed: $79,623.90
  • Number of Individuals sentenced to the Henderson County Jail: 72
  • Number of Individuals who have had their probation revoked and were sentenced to the Henderson County Jail: 10
  • Amount of restitution collected & returned to merchants by the Hot Check Divisions: $7,840.26
  • Open Records Request 12