Tag: Polk County

  • Suspect Arrested in Murder Case of Girlfriend in Polk County, Texas

    Suspect Arrested in Murder Case of Girlfriend in Polk County, Texas

    —

    by

    in

    De’Andre Wright, 23, the prime suspect in the murder of his girlfriend, 25-year-old Jasmine Muldoon, in Polk County, has been apprehended, authorities confirm. Following an intensive search, Wright is now in custody at the Polk County Jail, as reported by the sheriff’s office. Background and Arrest On Monday, detectives from the sheriff’s office secured a…

  • Goodrich ISD Closed Due to Flooding in Polk County

    Goodrich ISD Closed Due to Flooding in Polk County

    —

    by

    in

    Goodrich Independent School District (ISD) in Polk County, Texas, has announced its closure on Wednesday, May 8, citing the lingering effects of heavy flooding in the area. The decision comes amidst ongoing mandatory evacuation orders and the continued impact of flooding on students and families within the district. Impact of Heavy Flooding The closure of…

  • Polk County Sheriff’s Office Issues Critical Alert for Hazardous Road Conditions

    Polk County Sheriff’s Office Issues Critical Alert for Hazardous Road Conditions

    —

    by

    in

    The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has raised an urgent alarm regarding perilous road conditions stemming from heavy rainfall. Motorists are cautioned to exercise utmost care and refrain from traveling through specific areas where water accumulation has been reported. Areas Affected by Hazardous Road Conditions The Sheriff’s Office has pinpointed several areas in Polk County where…

  • Mandatory Evacuation Issued for Polk County Amid Flooding

    Mandatory Evacuation Issued for Polk County Amid Flooding

    —

    by

    in

    Heavy Rainfall Prompts Urgent Action In response to heavy rainfall leading to flooding below the Lake Livingston Dam and along the Trinity River, authorities in Polk County, Texas, have issued a mandatory evacuation for affected regions. The swift action aims to ensure the safety of residents as floodwaters continue to rise, leaving homes inundated and…

  • Polk County Community Holds Vigil for Missing 11-Year-Old

    Polk County Community Holds Vigil for Missing 11-Year-Old

    —

    by

    in

    As the search for 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham entered its third day, the community of Polk County, Texas, rallied together in a poignant prayer vigil on Sunday. The event, attended by members of the community and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8568, served as a display of solidarity and hope for Audrii’s safe return. A Tight-Knit…

Like Our New App?

Download The Local News App to your device to stay up to date with all the local news in your area.

Just follow the prompt when it comes up and enjoy.