LATEST: Houston firefighters responded to a fire near Horseshoe Drive Wednesday afternoon.
Retooled Diamond Tigers will rely heavily on newcomers in 2026
“A couple of seniors, a few juniors, a couple sophomores and a boatload of freshmen,” Hall said.
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New coach, new approach for 2026 HHS softball team
Five starters return for the Lady Tigers under first-year coach Conaley Aaron.
HMS principal job was ‘perfect opportunity’ for Knapp to return home
The 2002 HHS graduate was praised for “positive energy, strong instructional leadership and commitment to student success and staff collaboration.”
HHS Beta Club wins 4 state championships, advances multiple students to nationals
Junior Hudson Volk won two individual titles and two Houston teams topped their respective fields.
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Raymondville qualifies 4 for state in inaugural archery season
Liam Derrick, Adilyn Birdine, Devin Birdine and Kimber Mosley all advanced to the state tournament.
Man charged after allegedly fleeing from officer
He was later arrested by the Texas County Sheriff’s Department.
Houston updates downtown parking rules, increases water hookup fees
A nonprofit downtown authority was also established.


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Obituaries
OBITUARY: Shirley Pearl Daugherty
She passed away on Wednesday, March 11.
OBITUARY: Rowena Louise (Hicks) Moore
She passed away Sunday, March 8.
OBITUARY: Opal Lodowsky Myres
She passed away Saturday, March 7.
OBITUARY: Erica LaRae (Crews) Cantrell
She passed away Wednesday, March 4.
OBITUARY: Laura Kay Davy
She passed away Tuesday, March 3.













