Carbon Monoxide Safety Reminders Amid Winter Storm
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Officials would like share tips to stay protected against the threats of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO poisoning incidents become more frequent when the power is out, and it is imperative that people understand the dangers CO poses when they turn to alternative power sources such as generators. Never use generators indoors. In the case
Read MoreTRAFFIC/WX ROAD CONDITION ALERT
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TYLER – I-20 is closed both directions from US 69 to FM 14 in Smith County with multiple vehicles stranded, including several 18 wheelers, due to icy conditions. Motorists are urged to stay home. TxDOT crews continue to treat and retreat roadways but conditions are hazardous for travel. Remember bridges and elevated structures are the
Read MoreMay 1 election set – two seek city council Place 4 seat
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The election slates are set for the Gladewater City Council or Gladewater ISD School Board set for May 1. For the city council – seats Place 4, Place 5, Place 6 and Place 7 were up for grabs. Place 4 councilman Nick Foster decided not to seek re-election, leaving political newcomer Michael Webber and former
Read MoreFebruary Winter Storm
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Update #1 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 As potentially severe winter weather approaches Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas this weekend, SWEPCO has requested additional line and tree crews in advance of the storm. “We’re closely monitoring weather forecasts to see where snow and sleet may turn to freezing rain and ice,” said Drew
Read MoreSWEPCO encourages customers to be prepared for severe winter weather
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As potentially severe winter weather approaches the Ark-La-Tex this weekend, Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) encourages customers to be prepared should power outages occur. “Snow and ice can cause problems for the electric system because their weight brings down trees and power lines, and snow- or ice-covered roads slow our ability to get to the
Read MoreToyota ShareLunker Program Caps off the 2020 Season
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AUSTIN – Anglers across the state entered 340 lunker bass greater than 8 pounds in the Toyota ShareLunker program from 86 lakes during the 2020 season, which wrapped up Dec. 31. In addition to helping produce bigger, better bass for Texas lakes, anglers who enter their big bass catches in the program receive special
Read MoreRep. Dean Files “Natural Gas Protection Act” to Protect Access to Natural Gas from Local Bans
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Austin – As cities such as Berkeley, California are banning the use of natural gas in residential homes and commercial buildings, Rep. Dean announced the filing of House Bill 1501, “the Natural Gas Protection Act,” to ensure that does not happen here in Texas and to protect consumers’ access to natural gas. “These local bans
Read MoreFire-related death under investigation
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UPDATE: According to the Upshur County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 12:13 p.m., Thursday, January 28, 2021, Upshur County deputies and several Upshur County fire agencies responded to 2181 FM 1795 for a structure fire of the residence there. Fire personnel, while fighting the fire, located a body in the residence. Officials said Friday that the
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