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LOVELADY, Texas (KBTX) – The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) announced the death of an officer Tuesday. The correctional officer, Jovian Motley, 27, lost his life in the line of duty on Monday, November 13, 2023, while serving at the Wainwright Unit in Houston County, according to TDCJ. Motley joined the agency in October…

HILLTOP LAKES, Texas (KBTX) – A house fire over the weekend has brought the community of Hilltop Lakes together to help the people who lived there get back on their feet. The fire happened on Saturday and the cause is still being investigated. Hilltop Lakes Volunteer Fire Department said when they arrived a garage on…

HEARNE, Texas (KBTX) – Crossed Creek Christmas Tree Farm is closed for the 2023 Christmas season. The tree farm owners announced they would not be open for the season this year as a result of the summer heat. Stan Reed, Executive Secretary of the Texas Christmas Tree Growers Association, says the summer heat affects the…

LEON COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) – A Centerville man was arrested and charged with sexual assault. Tyson Henson was arrested on Wednesday, November 8, and booked into Leon County Jail. Henson bonded out of jail on a $750,000 bond. This case is still under investigation.

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – A College Station man is being temporarily held without bail in Houston on charges of receiving and possessing child pornography. Clinton Harnden was arrested by the FBI at his home in College Station on Saturday and was detained through the weekend at the Brazos County Jail. FBI agents transferred Harnden to…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The Association of Former Students is gearing up for another Pass it Back Day, the annual day of giving. The day is all about keeping the treasured traditions of Texas A&M alive. Scot Walker, Vice President of Communications at the Association of Former Students, joined us on First News at Four…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – This Friday is a chance to hit the links, albeit miniature ones, and help support a good cause. Junior Achievement is putting on “Shot in the Dark,” a putt-putt tournament. “It will be at Big Shots, there will be an 18-hole putt-putt tournament. We’ll have live music, fajita dinner, drinks, and…

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The Brazos County Health District will offer monthly maternal and child health emergency classes starting this weekend. The first class will be on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will receive a backpack with emergency supplies. To reserve your spot, email your name and phone number to BJeffers@brazoscountytx.gov.

CALDWELL, Texas (KBTX) – From estate planning to pond management, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Burleson County is offering an informative event for area landowners and producers. Central Texas Ranch Gathering is Friday, Nov. 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Burleson the County Expo in Caldwell. Sessions will include: Tax valuationWildlife vs. Ag vs….

CALDWELL, Texas (KBTX) – Attention Burleson County residents. Looking for a career? The Burleson County Economic Development Council and Chamber of Commerce are hosting a hiring event for the community on Wednesday, Nov. 15. Over 15 businesses from the Brazos Valley will be participating. There will be door prizes and “swag bags” for attendees as…