Morris County Jail Log, Feb. 7-20
Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:00am
• Xavier Antwon Jimmerson was arrested Feb.9 by Lone Star police for possession of a controlled substance, penalty group two (less than one gram).
News
Protect yourself from severe winter weather scammers
Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:00am
If you are overwhelmed and/or anxious as a results of last week’s severe winter weather, you’re not alone. The winter storm affected all 254 Texas counties, and some are predicting a record number of insurance claims will be filed in the state. While natural disasters often bring out the best in people, as neighbors and even strangers help meet the needs of others, they also bring out scam artists and disreputable businesses. Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises residents who suffered damage as a result of last week’s storm to be on the lookout for scammers intending to advantage of those who need assistance,
Governor Abbott, HHSC announce federal approval allowing SNAP clients to purchase hot foods
Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:00am
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to use their food benefits to purchase hot foods and ready-to-eat meals due to impacts from the severe winter storm.
FEMA warns of illegitimate contractors
Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:00am
DENTON, Texas – State and federal recovery officials urge disaster survivors to watch for and report any suspicious activity or potential fraud.
Governor Greg Abbott announces launch of the Texas Rent Relief Program
Wed, 02/24/2021 - 4:00am
Governor Greg Abbott recently announced that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has launched the Texas Rent Relief Program, the first statewide rent and utility assistance program for qualifying households throughout Texas. This program has been created to administer the more than $1 billion allocated to Texas through the latest federal COVID-19 stimulus bill. TDHCA began accepting applications for the program on Feb. 15, and Texans can visit TexasRentRelief.com to learn more about qualifications, required documents, and the application process.