Fire crews battle blaze and conditions
HIGHLANDS – The effective coordination of multiple fire departments helped contain a commercial fire on Main Street last Sunday morning that was spiced with problems.A Bay Area Construction …
Speedway upgrade opens in Highlands
HIGHLANDS – Just before Hurricane Ike struck the excavation of Battleground Speedway began, the racing-history making high-banked 3/8 mile dirt track had seen the passage of three years …
Texas Times by Sen. John Cornyn: ‘Texas Uncorked’
You’ve heard it described as medium heavy, sweet and low in sulfates. Its presence pre-dates the arrival of the first Anglo-American settlers to Texas. And today, its industry …
Community comes together for nature, wetlands centers
Early last week the Springer family made a visit to the Baytown Wetlands Center and the Nature Center for a fine half-day viewing of local wetlands, the animals …
Think twice before taking out 401(k) loan
Your car could break down. You might need a new furnace. You have to pay for one last term of college for your child. Whatever the reason, you …
Obituaries for Feb. 12, 2009
Alpha Bea Prince, 89, HighlandsPlease see print edition for more details.
Dedication of new Memorial HS
EAST HARRIS COUNTY Drawing on a theme of unity, the staff and students of Goose Creek Memorial High School opened their doors to the community this week …
Hit & Run calls for LifeFlight
Detectives seek damaged white truck CROSBY Last Saturday at about 7:27 p.m. deputies were told of a man struck by a white pickup truck that just sped …
Rotary Chili Feast on Saturday
Highlands is preparing for its annual tradition of the Rotary Clubs Chili Feast, to be held this Saturday from 11 to 3 at St. Judes Catholic Church social …