Mosquito populations booming after rains
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 4:00am
That familiar buzz and bite are signs that mosquito season in Texas is here, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist.
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Suspect arrested in hit and run
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 4:00am
NAPLES – A suspect in a hit and run in Naples has been arrested, according to Naples Police Chief Chris Hogg. Below is a statement from Hogg on the incident.
Unemployment benefit theft continues as state ends increased benefits
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 4:00am
As unemployment benefits and claims have increased over the past year due to COVID-19 concerns, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) has also seen a rise in unemployment claim fraud. Claims are coming in filed against names and social security numbers of individuals who are still rightfully employed. Even as Texas is set to end the extra unemployment benefits, scammers are still submitting fraudulent claims. Identity theft can occur anytime someone uses another’s personal information in order to commit fraud. Identity thieves can use stolen information for to apply for credit, file taxes, or get medical services. Oftentimes, these acts can damage one’s credit status, and cost time and money to restore their good name. According to TWC, unemployment benefits identity (ID) theft occurs when an imposter uses another person’s personal information, like their name and Social Security number, to file a claim for unemployment benefits. Individuals who are the targets of ID theft have usually had their personal information exposed somewhere other than TWC.
Orchard Ensemble to perform at Whatley Center
Wed, 06/02/2021 - 4:00am
The Orchard Ensemble featuring pianist Evan Mitchell, violinist Mark Miller and violist Ute Miller will perform at the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast Texas Community College on Sunday, June 13 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for age 17 and under. They may be ordered online at www.whatleycenter.com or by calling the box office at 903-434-8181.