Local 4-H Judging Team Competed in Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
The Polk County 4-H Horse Judging Team competed at the 2010 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo on Monday, March 8, 2010. This years Horse Judging Team is a Rookie Team with only one member having any previous horse judging experience and the other six members having no judging experience until their training began this year.
Polk County 4-H Team #1 ( Zach Hearren and Tyler Jackson) placed 33rd overall and Polk County 4-H Team #2 (Ryan Nelson and Caleb Erwin) placed 37th overall. Overall Individual judging rankings included Zach Hearren 86th, Tyler Jackson 125th, Ryan Nelson 133rd, Caleb Erwin 136th, Lindsey Parrish 568th, and Ashley Nelson 607th. Individual Ranking for Halter Class Only were: Zach Hearren 105th, Tyler Jackson 128th, Caleb Erwin 131st, and Ryan Nelson 134th. Individual Ranking for Performance Classes Only were: Zach Hearren 64th, Tyler Jackson 107th, Ryan Nelson 115th, and Caleb Erwin 133rd. We had a Senior, Lindsey Parrish, who judged as an Individual Team and ended up ranking 188th overall and Ashley Nelson who judged as a Junior Individual Team and ended up rancking 190th overall. A full story with pictures will be published in the Polk County Enterprise ASAP.
The members of the Polk County 4-H Horse Judging Team have worked hard and represented Polk County with pride!
2 Men Hospitalized in Accident in Front of Wal-Mart, LIVINGSTON, March 4, 2010 -At approximately 3:15 pm on March 4, 2010, a silver 2006 Chevy Silverado driven by Herbert Wayne Gallier, 58, of Onalaska was west-bound on US-190 in front of Wal-Mart when a gold 1997 Saturn sedan driven by Elza L. Harp, 77, of Livingston, pulled out of the parking lot at Wal-Mart and directly in front of Gallier...more
Thompson and McEntyre Cruise to Easy Victories in Republican Primary.
Polk County Incumbent Judge, John Thompson and incumbent Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 Stephen McEntyre both easily won their primary elections on Tuesday, March 2, 2010:
The totals:
Republican Primary for County Judge Thompson: 3,700 votes Freeman: 1,371 votes
Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 McEntyre: 903 votes Brame: 256 votes Baskin: 224 votes
On February 21st, 2010, a burglary took place in Indian Hills Subdivision on Shoreline drive. The actors took a 32" Sharp Flat Screen Television and two Chinese made 50cc Dirt Bikes, both were yellow in color.
There may be individuals that live in that neighborhood that have seen these yellow dirt bikes being driven in that area.
If you have any information concerning this crime, please contact CrimeStoppers at 936-327-STOP or call Det. Richard Delaney 936-329-9024. CrimeStoppers will pay up to $2,500 for a Grand Jury Indictment or arrest for the person or persons that committed this crime. Remember you do not have to give your personal information when calling CrimeStoppers.
WANTED Up to $2,500 Reward
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking help from the public in the capture and arrest of Jimmy Olachia, Jr. 41, of Livingston.
According to Detective Christopher Lima with the Polk County Sheriff's Office, Olachia's last known residence was located in Polk County at the Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation. Olachia has an extensive criminal history and currently has 5 felony warrants and 3 misdemeanor warrants for his arrest out of Polk County.
In addition to the outstanding warrants out of Polk County, Olachia also has an outstanding felony warrant out of Montgomery County for driving under the influence. Bonds totaling $352,000 have been set.
If you have any information about the whereabouts of Jimmy Olachia Jr. please contact Detective Christopher Lima with the Polk County Sheriff's Office at 936-329-9029 or Polk County Crime Stoppers at 936-327-STOP. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,500 cash for information leading to the arrest of Olachia.
13 Year Old Bicyclist Hit by Car, LIVINGSTON, February 24, 2010 - Just minutes before 6 pm on February 24, 2010, a blue 2008 Suzuki Forenza driven by James Price, 64, of Livingston, was north-bound on FM-350 South when a bicycle ridden by a 13 year old boy attempted to cross 350 and pulled directly in front of Price...more
Bizarre Car Fire on FM-2665, GOODRICH, February 24, 2010 - At approximately 12:35 am on February 24, 2010 a car fire was reported to the Polk County Sheriff's Office from passers by who came upon a burning 1997 Ford Crown Victoria on FM-2665...more
Meth Maker Pleads Guilty and is Sentenced to Prison, LIVINGSTON, February 22, 2010 - Bradfield John Schindhette pleaded guilty in Judge Robert H. Trapp's 411th District Court on February 17, 2010 and was sentenced to five years in prison for possession of methamphetamine, possession of chemicals with intent to manufacture methamphetamine. The story was covered by PolkCountyToday.com in October of 2009. See Related Story
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On February 18, 2010 the Polk County Sheriff's Office initiated an investigation into a burglary of a habitation that occurred sometime during the hours of 7:00am and 2:30pm on February 18, 2010 at a residence located off of FM 1276 near Big Sandy. During that time someone forced entry into the back door of the residence. Once inside the residence numerous firearms were taken along with other items including some jewelry and a television. A white, Ford pickup truck with dark tinted windows and "Sport" on the rear quarter panels was observed in the area. The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking help from anyone who may have information on this case or recalls seeing this vehicle. If you have any information on this case please contact Detective Christopher Lima with the Polk County Sheriff's Office at 936-329-9029 or Polk County Crime Stoppers at 936-327-STOP. Crime Stoppers pays cash for information leading to the arrest of conviction of person or person's involved in this crime.
1 Year Later and 4 Million Jobs Lost Says House Economic Leader
More Stimulus Money to Buy Artwork Than Small Business Assistance Shows Misplaced Priorities, WASHINGTON, February 19, 2010 - Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX) the top House Republican on the Joint Economic Committee today highlighted the utter failure of the Obama, Pelosi and Reid stimulus on its one year anniversary:
"We were told the stimulus would jump start the economy, lower unemployment and restore consumer confidence. Well here we are a year later and we have lost 4 million jobs and our unemployment has skyrocketed," said Brady who noted that only 6% of Americans feel that the stimulus created any jobs at all.
"The only new jobs we have to show for the hundreds of borrowed billions spent are more government bureaucrat positions, not private sector jobs. There was more money in the stimulus devoted to buying public artwork than in helping small businesses and that’s the opposite direction we should be heading," Brady continued while noting not one single Republican Member voted for the stimulus. With nearly half of the stimulus funds still remaining, Brady is calling for the unspent funds to be returned to the treasury.
Goodrich Lady Hospitalized in Accident, GOODRICH, February 15, 2010 - At approximately 6:13 pm on February 15, 2010, a red 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser driven by Drue Jarvis, 68, of Goodrich, came to a stop sign on the north-bound side of US-59 in Goodrich at the FM-1988 overpass. Jarvis proceeded after stopping, but failed to yield right-of-way to an oncoming east-bound tan 2008 Chevy Silverado...more
Candidates for Polk County Judge gave speeches on February 12, 2010 at the Escapees Club in Livingston. You can hear Kathie Freeman's and John Thompson's speeches in their entirety (click here).
Click this image to hear each speech.
Polk County Chief Appraiser Holds Public Forum, LIVINGSTON, February 11, 2010 - Polk Central Appraisal District Chief Appraiser Carolyn Allen held a public forum at 1 pm on February 11, 2010 at the Livingston/Polk County Chamber of Commerce to clear up misconceptions and to speak openly and honestly about property appraisal and values...more
Former Congressman Charlie Wilson Dead at 76, LUFKIN, February 10, 2010 - Memorial Health System of East Texas announced today that former Democratic U.S. Congressman Charles Wilson passed away after suffering from cardio pulmonary arrest. He was pronounced dead at 12:16 p.m. in the hospital's emergency room. The 76 year old Congressman served the second congressional district for twelve consecutive terms. In 2007 Wilson's life was portrayed in the movie Charlie Wilson's War, starring Tom Hanks as the flamboyant congressman. He is survived by his wife Barbara Alberstadt Wilson. Wilson was in attendance for the opening of the new Cardiovascular/Stroke Center at Memorial Medical Center in Lufkin on September 29, 2009.
Charlie Wilson talked to Editor Willie Openshaw on September 29, 2009 (click the image above to see interview).
PolkCountyToday.comwas at the Livingston Memorial Hospital cafeteria on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 to witness the debate between incumbent John Thompson and challenger Kathie Freeman. Today questions 15, 16 and closing statements
Defendant Declares Calf Rope to End Cattle Rustling Trial, LIVINGSTON, February 11, 2010 - On Tuesday morning, February 9, 2010, cattle rustling defendant, Michael Terry, had no beef about ending a trial and plead guilty in exchange for an eight year prison sentence. Had Terry not plead guilty he could've been facing over 10 years. Terry apparently realized that prosecutors weren't horsing around when he finally cowed down and plead guilty...more
Suspect Assaults Iraq War Veteran, NEW WILLARD, February 6, 2010 - On January 31, 2010 Deputy Vance Berry was dispatched to Marston Road in New Willard to investigate a disorderly conduct. When Berry arrived he met with a woman who stated that she had been kidnapped, robbed, and assaulted at knife point by her ex-husband...more
Reckless, Intoxicated, Driver Gets Stuck, Then Busted, GOODRICH, February 4, 2010 - At approximately 9:30 am on February 4, 2010, a call was placed to the Polk County Sheriff's Office regarding a reckless driver that was south-bound on US-59 south of Livingston. Deputy Randy Turner was in the vicinity and spotted the blue 1999 Honda Accord...more
Fire Torches Mobile Home, LIVINGSTON, January 30, 2010 - Shortly before 6 pm on January 29, 2010, a fire was reported to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. The fire was located at 284 Clover Leaf Lane off of Mangum Road near FM-350 South...more
Seventy-Fourth Annual Awards Banquet Polk County Chamber of Commerce (Click Here)
Citizens, business leaders, community leaders gathered at Livingston Junior High.
Driver Killed in South Polk County, SCHWAB CITY, January 27, 2010 -At approximately 2:15 pm on January 27, 2010, a red 1999 Chevy S-10 driven by John Burton Edwards, 56, of Onalaska was north-bound on US-146 when his vehicle left the road to the right, Edwards over-corrected when he cut his wheels left and slid out of control and crossed over to the other side of 146 leaving the road...more
Two Arrested in Accident: 1 for DWI, 1 for Warrant, LIVINGSTON, January 27, 2010 - Shortly after 10 am on January 27, 2010, Polk County Sheriff's Deputy Christian Schanmier was west bound of US-190 by Wal-Mart when he spotted a late model black Chevy Cavalier driven by Mary Ann Froust, 25, of Livingston. Froust was driving over 80 miles per hour...more
