Cass County Criminal District Attorney Courtney Shelton released the following information on cases disposed of in the county court for December. Judge Becky Wilbanks was Presiding Judge.Shonski Franklin, of Daingerfield, was sentenced Dec. 18 to 60 days in county jail with revoked community supervision on a charge of theft of property.
Three Texas-based politicians have shown their support and endorsed Incumbent District Judge Angela Hammond Saucier for re-election to the 76th Judicial District Court.Texas Governor Greg Abbott endorsed her, stating, “I am proud to endorse Judge Saucier for re-election to the 76th Judicial District Court, and I am certain she will continue to serve the people of her district with dignity,” said Governor Abbott. “Judge Saucier is committed to upholding the rule of law and maintaining a fair and honest approach in her work, and she has demonstrated a high regard for Constitutional principles.”
Over the past two issues, The Bee has highlighted significant stories through the half of 2019. This week will feature the big stories that finished off the year, from August through December.AUGUST
A community mental health first aid class was held in Naples Jan. 11, sponsored by the Morris County Collaborative. Just as knowing CPR or bandaging procedures is important to first aid for your physical first aid, it is just as important to be able to administer first aid for those who may be in mental crisis. The class was lead by Vicky Coffee of the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health and Natasha Stewart, M.A., LPC, Director of the Center for Counseling and Behavioral Health. The eight hour class was held at the First United Methodist Church in Naples. Those who completed this class will receive their Mental Health First Aid certificate.The Mental Health First Aid Training and Research Program was first developed in 2001 by Betty Kitchener and Anthony Jorm in Australia. With today’s society and ever growing daily stressors, mental health and wellness is becoming more of a reality. It is no longer just being pushed under the rug. Yet, there is still a stigma that surrounds mental illness and wellness.
