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HIDTA seizes large amount of meth in Houston
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Members of the Westside Narcotics Task Force (HIDTA) assisted the Houston Police Department Tactical United in the seizure of a large amount of methamphetamine Oct. 14.
Early voting underway for TRE, amendment election
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Early voting began Monday and will continue through Oct. 31 for the Sealy Independent School District’s Tax Ratification Election (TRE), or Proposition A Early voting will take place at the Hill Center, 1000 Main Street in Sealy and voting will be from 9 a.m to 5 p.m.
Adamson pleads guilty to lesser charges
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The case of Quory Lamaz Adamson ended this week when it was announced that he entered a plea agreement with the state and pled guilty to a lesser-included offense of indecent assault, a Class A misdemeanor. Adamson pleaded guilty to the Class A misdemeanor in charge of violation of conditions of bond in the child abuse case.
DPS expands aviation fleet with new high-tech aircraft to enhance public safety
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AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) expanded its Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) fleet today with the addition of a brand-new Cessna 208 Caravan, equipped with cutting-edge technology designed to strengthen public safety and provide critical support to partner agencies across the state.
DPS deploys first in the nation Drone Detection System
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AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the first law enforcement agency in the nation to deploy Airborne Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ACUS) – a cutting-edge technology mounted on helicopters designed to detect and respond to drones that may pose a potential threat to public safety or emergency operations.
Flores announces for Texas Land Commissioner
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Benjamin Flores, a member of the Bay City Council, is announcing his candidacy for Land Commissioner. He is also endorsing State Representative Gina Hinojosa for Governor, the office he sought before leaving the race to endorse Hinojosa. “I believe Gina Hinojosa is the right person to inspire voters across the state and lead Texas forward as its next Governor,” says Flores.
4-H Spotlight – SARA FROMME
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The Austin County 4-H program is excited to spotlight its dedicated 4-H Council officers throughout the year to celebrate their leadership and service. We are excited to share their 4-H journey, goals, and personal interests.
Texas completes citizenship verifications in the SAVE database
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AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced that her office has completed a full comparison of the state’s voter registration list against citizenship data in the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ SAVE database.
Sealy dominates district, heads to regionals
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There will be a community sendoff event being held Monday, Oct. 20 at 1:15 p.m. as the Sealy Tigers cross country teams head off for the Regional Tournament.
The program, under the direction of head coach Danielle Eschenburg and assistant coach Val Eschenburg captured first place at the District meet as both were crowned district champions.
