Fleeing suspect in stolen vehicle kills local woman

A Vidor area woman was killed Thursday when a 23-year old Beaumont man in a stolen pickup crashed into her vehicle as he fled Jasper County deputies. Laurie Beth Seehusen, 58, died in the crash late Thursday afternoon.

Do your social media posts make you a target for identity theft?

If you use social media to keep in touch with friends, you might be risking identity theft. Tips to protect yourself from identity theft: Never post a photo of your driver license or ID card. It could include your birthdate and other personal data.

My car was totaled! Now what?

Was your car declared a total loss after an accident or flood? Here are some answers to questions you might be asking. What does ‘totaled’ mean? Your insurance company compares the value of your car and the cost to repair it.

Texas Speaker Dade Phelan announces $1 million raised and $5 million cash on hand

Today, Speaker Dade Phelan’s campaign announced that it raised over $1 million across all accounts in the last 10 days of June.

Sabine River Authority Pump Station Dedication

The Sabine River Authority of Texas (SRA) has completed theconstruction of a new modern pumping facility in Southeast Texas to ensure a reliable raw water supply for current and future customers in Orange and Newton Counties.

After you marry, look for insurance savings

If you’re getting married, we can’t you help find a caterer or band. But this insurance checklist could help you save money: Renters insurance: The average Texas renters policy costs about $20 a month. That’s an affordable way to protect your wedding gifts.

Is your house ready for your vacation?

Planning an out-of-town trip? Before heading out, take time to make your home is as safe as possible: Set timers on interior lights. Criminals look for easy targets. Use a timer on a few lights to make it appear someone is home. Also, don’t let newspapers or mail pile up.

Summer Reading Program "Tails and Tales"

The Vidor Public Library completed the Summer Reading Program 2021, “Tails and Tales” on Wednesday, July 14th with a drive thru pickup of pizza, prizes, and cookie cake. Those who completed the program and have not picked up their prize bag, may pick up at the library.

Sanders pens book for charities

Jake Sanders, a childhood cancer survivor, has penned an illustrated book that benefits two charities. Sanders didn’t have an easy childhood, as an infant he was placed for adoption in the Dallas area, struggled with being bullied as a youngster and fought and survived childhood cancer.