
Articles by Star-Courier


Devillier’s Boudin and Cajun Meat Market set to open in Highlands
By David Taylor / Managing Editor Devillier’s Boudin and Cajun Meat Market No. 2 has received the final permit for occupation and is set to open its doors at …

GCCISD superintendent O’Brien announces retirement
By David Taylor / Managing Editor After more than 30 years in Texas public education, Dr. Randal O’Brien, Superintendent of Goose Creek CISD, is set to retire at the …

Fireworks sales for July 4 holiday underway
By David Taylor / Managing Editor Tuesday, June 24, marked the beginning of the Fourth of July season, top fireworks retailers are gearing up for the festivities. Once open, …

Tragic jet ski accident claims life of 20-year-old woman
By David Taylor / Managing Editor A 20-year-old Texas woman, Ashley Gil, tragically lost her life after falling off a jet ski in Lake Houston in the 12300 block …

Search intensifies for missing Channelview man
By David Taylor / Managing Editor Authorities are ramping up efforts to locate Brent Brown, a 28-year-old man from Channelview, Texas, who has been missing since June 2. Brent …

Barrett, Texas celebrates 150 years of history and legacy
By David Taylor / Managing Editor Barrett, Texas, a historically significant community founded by freed slaves after the Civil War, marked its 150th anniversary with a celebration that drew …

THEA pushes for transparency on cancer cluster, toxic waste site cleanup
By David Taylor / Managing Editor The Texas Health and Environment Alliance (THEA), a nonprofit focused on protecting public health and the environment, has ramped up its advocacy for …

Travis Young named superintendent for Dayton ISD
By David Taylor / Managing Editor Dayton ISD has officially welcomed Travis Young as its new superintendent, marking an inspiring new chapter for the district. A Dayton native and …

Historic Barrett, Texas set to host 150th Founder’s Day celebration
By David Taylor / Managing Editor A young, 15-year-old teenager who was bound by slavery in the mid-1800s and freed on Emancipation Day in Texas in about 1865 will …