Crosby ISD Board recognized, Merrills yearbook excellence awarded
By LEWIS SPEARMANCROSBY The local school board meeting was more fun than usual on January 26. Students from throughout the area bestowed additional appreciation and gifts for …
Fire at Crosby Apartment Complex destroys 16 units
By LEWIS SPEARMANCROSBY An apartment fire destroyed 16 units and displaced 9 families on Sunday morning.Fire Arson Investigator H.W. Buddy Rice indicates Crosby Volunteer Fire Dept. responded …
Teresa Campbell-Firefighter of the Year
By GILBERT HOFFMAN Star-CourierHIGHLANDS Deacon Tittel was back, not only as assistant fire chief, but also that emcee that gives away the gag gifts.After a years leave, Deacons …
Waiting in the Atlanta Airport
Spent two hours sitting inside Concourse C @ Atlanta Airport this morning waiting on my airpane. Thats how little Toby says airplane.Sat on a front row seat facing …
Constable Ken Jones expanded coverage area includes Huffman, others
By LEWIS SPEARMANBAYTOWN Precinct III Constable Ken Jones deputies now range North to the Montgomery County Line and include all of FM 2100.A Commissioners Court ruling enacted …
Local candidates finish filing for office at deadline
By BOBBY HORN JR.EAST HARRIS COUNTYWhile the final decision on Texas congressional districts is in the hands of the judicial branch, county and state races have already begun …
Texas Sports Ranch hosts Regional Tumbling event
By LEWIS SPEARMANCROSBY The first meet to determine who will represent the United States in the Olympics in the newest Olympic category will be held here this …
New 911 problems vex Highlands folk
By LEWIS SPEARMANHIGHLANDS Residents recently cited problems with the 911 Emergency Call system and prompted actions to alleviate those problems.The day before Christmas Eve, a Highlands woman …
Finding the right materials for your home
By SCOTT SIPLELiving environments do affect your health and general well being. Design elements, lighting, spaciousness and finishes can provide a warm and inviting home.Building materials can cause …