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Oct 29, 2024 · Bluebonnet News is the only news source for all of Liberty County and the surrounding area. Our goals are: to inform the community of breaking news and issues that impact residents' daily lives;
Elna Ruth Brown | Bluebonnet News
Sep 25, 2024 · Elna Ruth Brown, 84, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Sept. 24, 2024. Born on April 15, 1940, in Hempstead, Texas, Elna was the beloved daughter of Virgil Whigham and Eunice Johnson Whigham. Elna dedicated her life to her family, raising her children in Dayton, Texas, before moving to Tennessee, where she pursued her calling…
John “T-John” Borne | Bluebonnet News
Sep 27, 2024 · With a heavy heart, we share that our beloved T-John gained his wings on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024. In Heaven, he joins those predeceased: his father, Johnny Borne, Sr., and mother, Beatrice Theresa Rogers Borne, and his beloved sister, Lucia Ann Borne Griffin. Heaven holds a great number of family members that were greatly loved.…
Liberty County fire marshal terminated following criminal charges ...
Sep 27, 2024 · Liberty County Commissioners Court met in a special session on Friday, Sept. 27, at the Jack Hartel Building in Liberty, where they unanimously voted to terminate Fire Marshal Bill Hergemueller’s employment following his recent arrest on charges of theft, tampering with evidence, and official oppression. His removal also indirectly results in the termination of deputy…
John Nixon Wheat | Bluebonnet News
Oct 3, 2024 · John Nixon Wheat of Liberty, Texas passed away peacefully Sept. 30, 2024. Born Dec. 15, 1952, he is preceded by his mother Dora Vida Arrendale Wheat, father Thomas Allen Wheat, Sr. and brother Thomas Allen Wheat, Jr. Nixon is among a small portion of the population whose family goes back to the early eighteen hundreds…
Liberty County Jail arrest report, Sept. 25, 2024
Sep 27, 2024 · The following people were booked in at the Liberty County Jail on Sept. 25, 2024: Eaglin, Stacy Renee - Bribery Story, Jamie Tanay - Hold for Jefferson County-Theft Ibarra, Jorge Luis - Assault Causing Bodily Injury Hatcher, Donnie Marshall III - Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle Tullos, Justin Lee - Evading Arrest or Detention With…
Liberty County Commissioners Court establishes new oversight …
Sep 30, 2024 · Liberty County Commissioners Court has approved new policy measures to strengthen the oversight of positions appointed by the court, following recent criminal charges filed against the county’s fire marshal and emergency management coordinator, both held by the same person until their termination last week. During a special meeting on Monday, Sept. 30, at …
Hermina Lenette Roberts Chavis | Bluebonnet News
Oct 4, 2024 · Hermina Lenette Roberts Chavis, lovingly known as "Peaches," passed away on Sept. 29 at the age of 59. Born on Jan. 9, 1965, in Liberty, Texas, Peaches lived a life filled with love, kindness, and devotion to everyone she cherished. Her radiant smile and warm heart touched all who knew her. Peaches graduated from Hull-Daisetta…
Aledith DeGaugh | Bluebonnet News
Sep 30, 2024 · Aledith DeGaugh, born on Aug. 26, 1939, in Batson, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sept. 28, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be cherished by her family and friends. Devoted member of the Batson Prairie Church, she had a strong sense of community and faith that resonated within her.…
Richard Scott Langston | Bluebonnet News
Sep 25, 2024 · Richard Scott Langston, born on Feb. 28, 1968, in Merced, Calif., passed away peacefully on Sept. 24, 2024, in Cleveland, Texas, surrounded by his beloved family. He was a remarkable man who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. For 12,105 days totaling 33 wonderful years, he shared his life with his loving wife,…