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Concerned Citizens group hosts event at Eagle Summit By Chris Edwards news@tylercountybooster.com WOODVILLE – “You are not welcome here!” yelled Sal Baldovinos, from the stage at Eagle Summit in Woodville on Saturday evening. The comment, which drew applause from the crowd, was directed toward East Texas Packing Company, LLC. Baldovinos, the spokesman for Concerned Citizens of Tyler County, served as host for the group’s educational forum. Baldovinos spoke about the meat processing facility ETPC plans to open north of Woodville and the potential en-
“We are vocal, we are organized and you, sir, are on notice. We demand you take the demands of your constituents seriously today or face the consequences on election day...It’s time to take a side.”
tistics showing economic impact of refugee resettlement on rural areas, Simpson also presented statistics with federal budget allowances for grants and aid put toward the resettlement effort. Baldovinos’ opening remarks primarily focused on the environmental impact that slaughterhouses and confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs) have had on rural areas, and the possible impact ETPC could have on Tyler County’s “pristine East Texas environment.” “One of the largest environmental concerns associated with slaughterhouses is wastewater and water contamination,” Baldovinos see EVENT 3A
SAL BALDOVINOS vironmental risks opponents believe the facility poses. The keynote speaker at the event, James Simpson, an author who frequently writes on immigration and refugee resettlement, gave a presentation focusing on the use and exploitation of refugee and undocumented immigrant labor in the meat processing industry. Simpson, who travels across the
country to speak at events, acknowledged the amount of resistance and “pure, unadulterated hate” he has encountered for “just trying to tell the truth as I see it.” Simpson’s presentation used a series of statistics to illustrate the socioeconomic impact slaughterhouses have had on cities such as Greeley, Colo.; Sioux Falls, S.D. and Amarillo. Many of the statis-
tics Simpson used also broke down crime rates among immigrant and refugee populations in these areas. Simpson explained the workings of the government’s Refugee Resettlement Program, which is jointly run by the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State and Health and Human Services. Along with sta-
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Fred man killed in crash JASPER – The Texas Department of Public safety responded to a single-vehicle crash on FM 2246 in Jasper County on Sunday, July 29 at approximately 7:15 a.m. The crash occurred approximately five miles east of Evadale. Preliminary reports indicate that a 2005 Ford pickup truck was traveling westbound on FM 2246. For an unknown reason, the vehicle traveled off the roadway and rolled several times before coming to rest. The driver, 24-year-old Miguel Angel Llanes of Fred, was pronounced deceased by Justice of the Peace Steve
Connor at the crash scene. One of the passengers, 28-year-old Kristalyn Elmer of Baytown, was transported to St. Elizabeth hospital with serious injuries. The second passenger, Dolton Hutto, 22, of Spurger, was transported to CHRISTUS Hospital - St. Elizabeth in Beaumont, and has since been released. Initial reports indicate that neither the driver nor passengers were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. This is an ongoing crash investigation as DPS troopers work to determine the exact factors that contributed to this fatal crash.
Reeks pleads guilty to theft
JIM POWERS | TCB The proud moment when Katie and Bill Calhoun heard Judge Don Taylor grant their request to adopt 17-year-old Amber arrived last Wednesday morning. The community came together to celebrate with them. County Judge Jacques Blanchette and Woodville Mayor Russ Nalley sent proclamations, and Rachel Iglesias presented Amber with a commemorative coin from US Representative Brian Babin for her overcoming the tremendous adversity in her life. Representative James White presented her with a Texas flag that flew over the state capitol.
Near-death experience inspired books, film By Chris Edwards news@tylercountybooster.com
By Chris Edwards news@tylercountybooster.com WOODVILLE – A 32-year-old Livingston woman who was indicted for embezzlement from a Woodville business pleaded guilty before a U.S. District Judge last Wednesday. Ashley Nacole Reeks, who was arrested in April in Polk County, following a federal grand jury indictment, entered a guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Zack Hawthorn and will be scheduled for sentencing at a later date, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Texas. Reeks worked as an escrow officer for Tyler County Title in Woodville, where, according to the indictment, along with four others named, stole $395,599.63. Reeks had managing access to an escrow account at Citizens State Bank in Woodville and the indictment alleged that she issued
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checks from the account to the other three suspects. The other three suspects named in the conspiracy are Wesley Moore, Moses Lopez and Austin Chumley. The nine-count indictment includes charges of bank theft, conspiracy to defraud the United States and conspiracy to commit wire fraud. According to investigators, the checks Reeks issued to the other three, who would cash them, with the four keeping the money. Moore and Chumley have also pleaded guilty and are awaiting sentencing for their parts in the crime. There is no word at this time on the case against Lopez.
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JIM POWERS | TCB The proud moment when Katie and Bill Calhoun heard Judge Don Taylor grant their request to adopt 17-yearold Amber arrived last Wednesday morning. The community came together to celebrate with them. County Judge Jacques Blanchette and Woodville Mayor Russ Nalley sent proclamations, and Rachel Iglesias presented Amber with a commemorative coin from US Representative Brian Babin for her overcoming the tremendous adversity in her life. Representative James White presented her with a Texas flag that flew over the state capitol.
WOODVILLE – A man who recovered from a horrific accident will share his story in Woodville on Sunday, Aug. 12. His wife, who was instrumental in his recovery, will share her experiences as well. Woodville United Methodist Church is hosting the special testimony and presentation, which will take place during the morning and evening services. In 1989 Don Piper was a young minister from Alvin. He was attending a seminar with fellow clergy members on the north shore of Lake Livingston and decided to take a different route home one particular rainy day. see AUTHOR
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Coaches discuss DCTF predictions for 2018-19 By Jason Chlapek Editor’s note: Information on teams and predictions of finishes in the district standings are courtesy of Dave Campbell’s Texas Football. By Jason Chlapek Special to the Booster Since 1960, Dave Campbell’s Texas Football has become an annual ritual in the world of Texas high school football. The annual magazine features information on every high school and college football team in the state. Here is a look at each school in the Tyler County Booster’s coverage area. The top four finishers in each district in classes 6A2A and the top two in each Class A (six-man) district qualify for the state playoffs. DISTRICT 12-3A-DIVISION I
WOODVILLE EAGLES Coach Ty Robinson has plenty to look forward to at Woodville in 2018. A year ago, the Eagles were 9-2 and lost to eventual state champion Rockdale in the area round. Running backs Da’Michael Brooks (1,007 yards) and Zack Martin (1,411 yards, 18 TDs), and linemen Seth Fabela, Cade Gray, Drew Poncho, Treyshawn Thomas and Wade Walsh will give Woodville a solid rushing attack, and quarterback Reese Shaw should benefit from the protection of his big boys up front as well. Martin (93 tackles, 2 INTs) anchors the defense at free safety as well, and linebackers Kobe Adams (93 tackles, 6 sacks, INT) and Marcos Broom (111 tackles) are stalwarts for the Eagles as well. WARREN WARRIORS Things did not go well for
However, as the head coach you must focus on the entire team and see the big picture. I believe the best way to be successful as a head coach is to hire good people and good coaches and let them do their job.” Richard Steubing | Groveton football coach
coach Jay Buckner and Warren in 2017. The Warriors were 1-8. A trio of two-way running backs/linebackers in Luke Callaway, Bryce Herrington and Collin Stanley will be expected to provide scoring and yardage on offense as well as solid play on defense. Kyler Loftin and Devin Redmon will anchor both lines. DISTRICT 12-3A-DI PROJECTED FINISH Woodville East Chambers
Orangefield Buna Anahuac Kirbyville Hardin Warren CLASS 2A-DIVISION II COLMESNEIL BULLDOGS Despite a 4-6 record, coach Ross McMurry still guided Colmesneil to the bi-district round. The Bulldogs should be in good shape in 2018 with nine starters back on both sides of the football. Linemen Carlos Cuellar, see FOOTBALL
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