Friday, April 18 2014 10:58 PM EDT2014-04-19 02:58:57 GMT
Easter Sunday will have an extra special meaning for 8-year old Andrea Santana. For Santana this was the first year she gave up something for lent. "I gave up tea for lent," Santana said. She saidMore >>
Easter Sunday will have an extra special meaning for 8-year old Andrea Santana. For Santana this was the first year she gave up something for lent. "I gave up tea for lent," Santana said. She saidMore >>
Friday, April 18 2014 6:34 PM EDT2014-04-18 22:34:52 GMT
It won't be long at all before you start seeing tractors in fields. They'll be used for everything from cutting hay to planting crops. What you're unlikely to see in the newer tractor models is blackMore >>
It won't be long at all before you start seeing tractors in fields. They'll be used for everything from cutting hay to planting crops. What you're unlikely to see in the newer tractor models is black smoke coming from the exhaust. Environmental regulations have led to cleaner diesel engines. However, there are some pros and cons to the changing technology.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 5:07 PM EDT2014-04-18 21:07:08 GMT
Investigators with the Lufkin Police Department are hoping that surveillance camera footage from Beard's Fine Jewelers and from Screen Geeks will help them identify the four suspects in the brazen "snatchMore >>
Investigators with the Lufkin Police Department are hoping that surveillance camera footage from Beard's Fine Jewelers and from Screen Geeks will help them identify the four suspects in the brazen "snatch and grab" robbery that occurred at the jewelry store on Thursday.More >>
Mirroring the statewide trend, Angelina and Nacogdoches counties saw significant improvements in their jobless rates for the month of March. At the statewide level, Texas' improving jobless rate couldMore >>
Mirroring the statewide trend, Angelina and Nacogdoches counties saw significant improvements in their jobless rates for the month of March.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 10:38 AM EDT2014-04-18 14:38:27 GMT
The town of San Augustine is just shocked by Neil Sowell murder.On the evening of March 17th fire fighters responded to a house fire at the 200 block of county road 3200, inside the house they found 62-More >>
The town of San Augustine is just shocked by Neil Sowell murder.On the evening of March 17th fire fighters responded to a house fire at the 200 block of county road 3200, inside the house they found 62- year old Kavy Neil Sowell. Sowell haMore >>
Friday, April 18 2014 7:05 AM EDT2014-04-18 11:05:09 GMT
30 basketball players from central high school started Thursday, cutting and pasting, using their creativity to create life books for the children at Buckner Family Place. "When I grow up I want to workMore >>
The life books are essentially photo albums for each child and their foster family to document fun days and major milestones.More >>
Friday, April 18 2014 12:23 AM EDT2014-04-18 04:23:25 GMT
The six-year tradition kicks off Thursday night as the best basketball players of Angelina County take on the best in Nacogdoches County in the KTRE Pineywoods Showdown.The girls game starts at 6 p.m.More >>
The six-year tradition kicks off Thursday night as the best basketball players of Angelina County take on the best in Nacogdoches County in the KTRE Pineywoods Showdown.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 10:50 PM EDT2014-04-18 02:50:14 GMT
China Star at 4604 North Street, Suite #120: 15 demerits for proper labeling needed, one sharply dented can, foods stored on freezer cooler floor, use-by dates needed, ice scoop not kept in clan container,More >>
China Star, Dickey's BBQ Pit, Lucky Stop No. 2, New Kwik Pantry No. 2, Flashback Cafe, Mike's Barbecue, Union Cafe Restaurant, Starbuck's, Hungry Howie's, and JD's Health Bar.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 8:08 PM EDT2014-04-18 00:08:47 GMT
Lufkin Police officers are searching for the suspects who allegedly committed a brazen "smash and grab" at the Beard's Fine Jewelers at 2002 South First Street Thursday afternoon. According to Sgt. DavidMore >>
Lufkin Police officers are searching for the suspects who allegedly committed a brazen "smash and grab" at the Beard's Fine Jewelers at 2002 South First Street Thursday afternoon.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 7:58 PM EDT2014-04-17 23:58:29 GMT
Multiple law enforcement agencies are taking part in an ongoing manhunt for a murder suspect in Trinity County. Trinity County Sheriff Woody Wallace said the various law enforcement agencies are searchingMore >>
Multiple law enforcement agencies are taking part in an ongoing manhunt for a murder suspect in Trinity County.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:59 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:59:35 GMT
A new report released from the Texas Department of Public Safety shed some new light on a growing gang problem in Angelina and Nacogdoches counties. The 40-page report is compiled from reports from variousMore >>
A new report released from the Texas Department of Public Safety shed some new light on a growing gang problem in Angelina and Nacogdoches counties.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:50 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:50:11 GMT
We love Lucy and you should too. She's a 9-month-old Collie mix whose middle name should be calm as a cucumber. "She was a stray with another dog, owner came in to reclaim the other dog and said that theyMore >>
We love Lucy and you should too. She's a 9-month-old Collie mix whose middle name should be calm as a cucumber. More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:48 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:48:28 GMT
As part of her "New Vision" for the future of the Hudson Independent School District, Superintendent Mary Ann Whiteker posted a letter on the HISD Web site on Thursday which said teachers and staff willMore >>
As part of her "New Vision" for the future of the Hudson Independent School District, Superintendent Mary Ann Whiteker posted a letter on the HISD Web site on Thursday which said teachers and staff will no longer be "teaching to the test" in regard to the State Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exam.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:42 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:42:27 GMT
Weather delays have pushed the opening of the northbound direct connector bridge to early May as work on the U.S. 59 North Interchange Project in Lufkin progresses. According to the Texas Department ofMore >>
Weather delays have pushed the opening of the northbound direct connector bridge to early May as work on the U.S. 59 North Interchange Project in Lufkin progresses. According to the Texas Department ofMore >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:18 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:18:36 GMT
Right now, special services and masses for Holy Thursday, or Maundy Thursday, are about to begin at some churches around East Texas. The Thursday before Easter is when some Christians observe the lastMore >>
Right now, special services and masses for Holy Thursday, or Maundy Thursday, are about to begin at some churches around East Texas.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 6:02 PM EDT2014-04-17 22:02:29 GMT
Multiple charges have been filed against the two men who allegedly broke into the B&B grocery store in Alto early Wednesday morning and stole prescription medication before area law enforcement set upMore >>
Multiple charges have been filed against the two men who allegedly broke into the B&B grocery store in Alto early Wednesday morning and stole prescription medication before area law enforcement set up a perimeter and a 2 1/2 -hour stand-off ensued.More >>
Thursday, April 17 2014 5:01 PM EDT2014-04-17 21:01:40 GMT
ESPN is reporting that Stephen F. Austin State University men's basketball coach Brad Underwood met with representatives of Marshall University in West Virginia on Thursday. ESPN's Jeff Goodman tweeted,More >>
ESPN is reporting that Stephen F. Austin State University men's basketball coach Brad Underwood met with representatives of Marshall University in West Virginia on Thursday.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 11:30 PM EDT2014-04-17 03:30:48 GMT
C.L Beck is an avid gardener and after almost a century of gardening his talents have been recognized. Beck garden patio came in first place at the crown forest apartment spring patio contest. "IMore >>
C.L Beck is an avid gardener and after almost a century of gardening his talents have been recognized. Beck garden patio came in first place at the crown forest apartment spring patio contest. More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 10:41 PM EDT2014-04-17 02:41:21 GMT
A Kentucky man was arrested Tuesday night after Corrigan Officers discovered 22 pounds of marijuana in his vehicle. Billy Williams, 31, of Louisville, Kentucky is being charged with delivery of marijuana. AccordingMore >>
A Kentucky man was arrested Tuesday night after Corrigan Officers discovered 22 pounds of marijuana in his vehicle.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 9:15 PM EDT2014-04-17 01:15:08 GMT
Spending time on the softball diamond is always a fun activity for many kids, but for Jaelyn Crawford, playing on a softball team was almost unattainable. Last year, the 9-year-old Center girl startedMore >>
Spending time on the softball diamond is always a fun activity for many kids, but for Jaelyn Crawford, playing on a softball team was almost unattainable.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:50 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:50:11 GMT
Six Destination Imagination students at Pineywoods Community Academy in Lufkin are in desperate need for sponsors as they make their way towards the Global Final in Knoxville, TN on May 21-24. DestinationMore >>
Six Destination Imagination students at Pineywoods Community Academy in Lufkin are in desperate need for sponsors as they make their way towards the Global competition in Knoxville, TN on May 21-24.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:46 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:46:21 GMT
A nurse practitioner once witnessed a 16-year-old mother with a critically ill infant refused medical service because she didn't have health insurance and decided there should be a place where that wouldMore >>
A nurse practitioner once witnessed a 16-year-old mother with a critically ill infant refused medical service because she didn't have health insurance and decided there should be a place where that would never happen again thus The HOPE project was born.'More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:45 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:45:58 GMT
An Angelina County jury found a 30-year-old Lufkin man guilty of felony charges of accident involving injury or death and obstruction/retaliation in connection to fleeing a hit-and-run accident and thenMore >>
An Angelina County jury found a 30-year-old Lufkin man guilty of felony charges of accident involving injury or death and obstruction/retaliation in connection to fleeing a hit-and-run accident and then threatening to shoot the officers who showed up at his home to arrest him in April 2013.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:39 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:39:51 GMT
Right now, the Wednesday Nacogdoches Farmers' Market is closing down shop at the downtown location. They'll be back on Saturday and again on Wednesday. The return of Wednesday market is a welcome sightMore >>
Right now, the Wednesday Nacogdoches Farmers' Market is closing down shop at the downtown location. They'll be back on Saturday and again on Wednesday.
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:25 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:25:00 GMT
Lufkin city manager, Paul Parker, has planned to retire from his position by the end of this year. Parker submitted his letter of retirement to Mayor Bob Brown and city council members during Tuesday night'sMore >>
Lufkin city manager, Paul Parker, has planned to retire from his position by the end of this year.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:19 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:19:14 GMT
From stilettos, to wedges and even a pop of color, there were several shoe options for men to take a walk they'd always remember. "There is not a lot of size 13 women's shoes," said Joy Pitts, PrimaryMore >>
For the first time the Family Crisis Center hosted the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event on the SFA campus.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 6:10 PM EDT2014-04-16 22:10:00 GMT
When the Angelina Girls All-Stars take the court for the annual Pineywoods Showdown, they do so with added motivation after a recent trip to the Boys & Girls Club of Diboll. "They see what they are givingMore >>
When the Angelina Girls All-Stars take the court for the annual Pineywoods Showdown, they do so with added motivation after a recent trip to the Boys & Girls Club of Diboll. "They see what they are givingMore >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 4:46 PM EDT2014-04-16 20:46:29 GMT
Livingston Police officers arrested a man and a woman Tuesday night after they allegedly tried to pay for a meal at Taco Bell with a counterfeit $20 bill. James Brian Hartin, 33, and Julie Annette Kawazoe,More >>
Livingston Police officers arrested a man and a woman Tuesday night after they allegedly tried to pay for a meal at Taco Bell with a counterfeit $20 bill.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 4:18 PM EDT2014-04-16 20:18:59 GMT
Lufkin Police officers arrested a 25-year-old man on felony drug charges on Tuesday after they executed a search warrant on a home in the 200 block of Hummingbird Street to find items related to the deathMore >>
Lufkin Police officers arrested a 25-year-old man on felony drug charges on Tuesday after they executed a search warrant on a home in the 200 block of Hummingbird Street to find items related to the death of a child and allegedly found marijuana and cocaine in a bedroom.More >>
Wednesday, April 16 2014 12:05 PM EDT2014-04-16 16:05:35 GMT
After someone at the corporate office spotted two burglary suspects inside the Alto BNB grocery store on real-time surveillance video early Wednesday morning, a stand-off ensued after a police officerMore >>
After someone at the corporate office spotted two burglary suspects inside the Alto BNB grocery store on real-time surveillance video early Wednesday morning, a stand-off ensued after a police officer caught one man coming out of a hole in the building and both men fled back into the store.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 6:39 PM EDT2014-04-15 22:39:28 GMT
An East Texas news story is generating a lot of discussion in the week leading up to Easter. It concerns the "Ten Commandments" sign a Sabine County woman erected on her own property and the ongoing debateMore >>
An East Texas news story is generating a lot of discussion in the week leading up to Easter. It concerns the "Ten Commandments" sign a Sabine County woman erected on her own property and the ongoing debate with the state to keep it there.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 6:31 PM EDT2014-04-15 22:31:52 GMT
Grinding up and drinking your fruits and vegetables has made it a lot easier to get your suggested daily serving but doctors say there are pros and cons to the juicing trend. Pulverizing all those healthyMore >>
Grinding up and drinking your fruits and vegetables has made it a lot easier to get your suggested daily serving but doctors say there are pros and cons to the juicing trend. More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 6:20 PM EDT2014-04-15 22:20:24 GMT
Lufkin's Bullritos restaurant has closed down, and Dickey's Barbecue Pit will be moving into that location at 4505 S. Medford Drive, #213. The owner of the Lufkin Bullrito's also owns the NacogdochesMore >>
Lufkin's Bullritos restaurant has closed down, and Dickey's Barbecue Pit will be moving into that location at 4505 S. Medford Drive, #213.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 6:18 PM EDT2014-04-15 22:18:55 GMT
For years, Miki Lynn has been helping those less fortunate get their dream home as the Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity in Nacogdoches. Now, the humble woman is getting a chance of a lifetimeMore >>
For years, Miki Lynn has been helping those less fortunate get their dream home as the Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity in Nacogdoches.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:47 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:47:53 GMT
A two-vehicle head-on collision on U.S. Highway 59 north of Corrigan resulted in three people being injured late Monday night. According to a press release from the Texas Department of Public Safety,More >>
A two-vehicle head-on collision on U.S. Highway 59 north of Corrigan resulted in three people being injured late Monday night. According to a press release from the Texas Department of Public Safety,More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 5:39 PM EDT2014-04-15 21:39:11 GMT
The search for a missing San Augustine man may have ended tragically. Chief Deputy Gary Cunningham of the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office said the body found in Newton County on Thursday afternoonMore >>
The search for a missing San Augustine man may have ended tragically.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 4:47 PM EDT2014-04-15 20:47:18 GMT
Source: KTRE Staff
Homelessness might seem like a big city problem, but it also affects East Texans as well, which is why Godtel is hoping to benefit from the sixth annual Pineywoods Showdown. Every day, Godtel becomesMore >>
Homelessness might seem like a big city problem, but it also affects East Texans as well, which is why Godtel is hoping to benefit from the sixth annual Pineywoods Showdown. Every day, Godtel becomesMore >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 3:39 PM EDT2014-04-15 19:39:35 GMT
Its tax day and some might be opening their wallets for Uncle Sam but there are a few bright spots as some restaurant chains offer up deals and freebies on this day only. Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt is offeringMore >>
Its tax day and some might be opening their wallets for Uncle Sam but there are a few bright spots as some restaurant chains offer up deals and freebies on this day only.More >>
Tuesday, April 15 2014 1:36 PM EDT2014-04-15 17:36:40 GMT
Source: KTRE Staff
The National Weather Service has issued a more detailed report on the EF-1 Tornado that touched down in Lovelady on April 13 between 4:45 and 4:50 pm.According to the report the wind in the twister peakedMore >>
The National Weather Service has issued a more detailed report on the EF-1 Tornado that touched down in Lovelady on April 13 between 4:45 and 4:50 pm.According to the report the wind in the twister peakedMore >>
Monday, April 14 2014 10:11 PM EDT2014-04-15 02:11:37 GMT
Source: KTRE Staff
Glory gang ministry is a multi-denominational Christian outreach in Nacogdoches that looks to give children an escape every week while teaching them values that will stick for the rest of their lives. ThroughMore >>
Glory gang ministry is a multi-denominational Christian outreach in Nacogdoches that looks to give children an escape every week while teaching them values that will stick for the rest of their lives. ThroughMore >>
Monday, April 14 2014 10:03 PM EDT2014-04-15 02:03:00 GMT
A Lovelady woman who is battling cancer lost everything when a possible tornado tore through her subdivision Sunday night. However, it could have been much worse; the woman's son came to get her, so sheMore >>
A Lovelady woman who is battling cancer lost everything when a possible tornado tore through her subdivision Sunday night.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 6:53 PM EDT2014-04-14 22:53:16 GMT
You never know where a hobby might take you. For Dr. William Gibson, a childhood bug collection led to the largest collection of bugs in Texas. It was the primary teaching tool of the now retired StephenMore >>
You never know where a hobby might take you. For Dr. William Gibson, a childhood bug collection led to the largest collection of bugs in Texas. It was the primary teaching tool of the now retired Stephen F. Austin State University professor.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 5:18 PM EDT2014-04-14 21:18:07 GMT
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers arrested 43-year-old Huntington man after he ran from an attempted traffic stop and led officers on a high-speed chase that involved speeds of up to 100 mph. CraigMore >>
Texas Department of Public Safety troopers arrested 43-year-old Huntington man after he ran from an attempted traffic stop and led officers on a high-speed chase that involved speeds of up to 100 mph.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 5:16 PM EDT2014-04-14 21:16:03 GMT
Lufkin Police officers arrested a 24-year-old Lufkin man after he allegedly used a cell phone camera to snap pictures of a woman and her 10-year-old daughter while they were in a dressing room stall atMore >>
Lufkin Police officers arrested a 24-year-old Lufkin man after he allegedly used a cell phone camera to snap pictures of a woman and her 10-year-old daughter while they were in a dressing room stall at Academy Sports & Outdoors Saturday evening.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 3:51 PM EDT2014-04-14 19:51:03 GMT
Nacogdoches native Clint Dempsey earned player of the week honors, this time by unanimous vote, for the second straight week.The Seattle Sounder received the award following his two-goal performance againstMore >>
Nacogdoches native Clint Dempsey earned player of the week honors, this time by unanimous vote, for the second straight week.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 3:48 PM EDT2014-04-14 19:48:17 GMT
After Texas Department of Public Safety found an abandoned vehicle that had left the roadway and hit several culverts in San Augustine County on Saturday, further investigation resulted in a 44-year-old womanMore >>
After Texas Department of Public Safety found an abandoned vehicle that had left the roadway and hit several culverts in San Augustine County on Saturday, further investigation resulted in a 44-year-old woman getting arrested for driving drunk with a child under the age of 15 in the carMore >>
Monday, April 14 2014 2:15 PM EDT2014-04-14 18:15:09 GMT
Law enforcement are searching for a possible suspect in a hit and run that left an elderly East Texas woman hospitalized. Around 10:19 p.m. Sunday, Trinity Police were called to the Sonic restaurant onMore >>
Law enforcement are searching for a possible suspect in a hit and run that left an elderly East Texas woman hospitalized.More >>
Monday, April 14 2014 1:01 PM EDT2014-04-14 17:01:47 GMT
Nacogdoches County Sheriff's deputies arrested a couple on Sunday after they allegedly got into a fight, and the husband intentionally punched his infant son in the face. Then, both people allegedly fledMore >>
Nacogdoches County Sheriff's deputies arrested a couple on Sunday after they allegedly got into a fight, and the husband intentionally punched his infant son in the face. Then, both people allegedly fled the scene, leaving the baby there.
Monday, April 14 2014 10:15 AM EDT2014-04-14 14:15:17 GMT
Community members of Wells as well as residents from surrounding communities gathered Saturday to protest the Church of Wells. The protesters were supposed to march to the R&R Mercantile to protest, butMore >>
Community members of Wells as well as residents from surrounding communities gathered Saturday to protest the Church of Wells. The protesters were supposed to march to the R&R Mercantile to protest, butMore >>
Monday, April 14 2014 1:19 AM EDT2014-04-14 05:19:06 GMT
A possible tornado has destroyed three mobile homes and injured a woman in a possible tornado in Lovelady Sunday afternoon.Houston County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy GP Shearer said eight structuresMore >>
A possible tornado has destroyed three mobile homes and injured a woman in a possible tornado in Lovelady Sunday afternoon.More >>
Sunday, April 13 2014 9:01 PM EDT2014-04-14 01:01:50 GMT
"Ya'll this isn't about church. It's about Jesus Christ," says Jeanette Golden to about 40 Christians gathering to show their support for what they say is a right to display a sign showing the Ten Commandments.More >>
A Sabine County woman says she only wants to demonstrate her belief with a sign displaying the Ten Commandments. The pastor never expected to enter into a debate with the Texas Department of Transportation.More >>
Sunday, April 13 2014 2:52 PM EDT2014-04-13 18:52:54 GMT
A Jasper man is dead from injuries sustained in a head on collision in Jasper County. It happened Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. on Highway 63 West. The trooper did not provide a specific location. DarrelMore >>
Jasper man dies at the scene of a two car wreck. One remains hospitalized. More >>
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Saturday, April 19 2014 2:50 PM EDT2014-04-19 18:50:31 GMT
Five people were arrested in Southwest Lubbock on Thursday for 'peddling' without a proper license. Three women and two men were taken into custody after an extensive police search. A viewer describedMore >>
Five people were arrested in Southwest Lubbock on Thursday for 'peddling' without a proper license.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 7:30 AM EDT2014-04-19 11:30:06 GMT
Join KCBD's John Robison at the Annual Mustang Birthday Party on Saturday, April 19 at the AimBank at 3004 Slide Road. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. John will be there early at 9:30 a.m. ThisMore >>
Join KCBD's John Robison at the Annual Mustang Birthday Party on Saturday, April 19 at the AimBank at 3004 Slide Road.More >>
Tickets for Paul McCartney's June 14 performance in Lubbock will go on sale Friday, Apr. 25, at 10 a.m. Prices range from $59.50, $89.50, $165, and $250.More >>
Saturday, April 19 2014 12:00 AM EDT2014-04-19 04:00:53 GMT
If you look at the track record of the Alto softball team, the list goes on and on. That's after 16 consecutive district titles, 3 appearances as a state finalist, and 1 state title championship datingMore >>
Alto Lady Jackets softball team wins 16th consecutive district title.More >>
Thousands of Houston students and teachers stayed home on Good Friday instead of reporting to class to make up for a school day canceled by bad weather.More >>
Thousands of Houston students and teachers stayed home on Good Friday instead of reporting to class to make up for a school day canceled by bad weather.More >>
Authorities near Houston say four people are dead and two others are in critical condition after a car drifted into oncoming traffic and slammed into a taxi cab.More >>
Authorities near Houston say four people are dead and two others are in critical condition after a car drifted into oncoming traffic and slammed into a taxi cab.More >>
