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Fisher Wins Crockett Mayor Race in Runoff Election

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Fisher Wins Crockett Mayor Race in Runoff Election

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Dr. Ianthia Fisher, courtesy of the City of Crockett. CROCKETT, Texas (KETK) - Dr. Ianthia Fisher won her bid for re-election as the Mayor of Crockett on Saturday. Remarkable Woman Ianthia Fisher driving her community forward, giving credit to God Fisher won the election with 669 votes against her challenger Joni K. Clonts, who got 320 votes. Fisher and Clonts faced each other in the May 3 elections along with candidate Jessica James but n…See the Story

Crockett Dentist John Garner Puts Down the Drill For Good - The Messenger News

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Crockett Dentist John Garner Puts Down the Drill For Good - The Messenger News

Greg Ritchie Messenger Reporter CROCKETT – For more than four decades, Dr. John Garner has been a fixture in Crockett — as a dentist, a school board trustee, a church leader, and a compassionate neighbor. Now, after 46 years in dentistry, he’s putting down the drill. Garner, 73, announced his retirement this spring, closing... The post Crockett Dentist John Garner Puts Down the Drill For Good appeared first on The Messenger News.Read Article

Fisher Wins Re-Election - Increases Vote by 30% from May - The Messenger News

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Fisher Wins Re-Election - Increases Vote by 30% from May - The Messenger News

Greg Ritchie Messenger Reporter CROCKETT – Crockett residents who expected a closer election were disappointed Saturday, June 7 as the results from the city’s mayoral election were clear — as incumbent Mayor Dr. Ianthia Fisher won the runoff election, carrying 68% of the total votes cast. The runoff came after no clear winner emerged from... The post Fisher Wins Re-Election – Increases Vote by 30% from May appeared first on The Messenger News.Read Article

Kimberly Marie Sarver - The Messenger News

Kimberly Marie Sarver, age 65, passed away peacefully in Crockett, Texas, on May 28, 2025. A devoted daughter, sister, aunt, teacher, and faithful servant of her church, Kim lived a life marked by perseverance, compassion, and an unshakable sense of purpose. Born April 7, 1960 in Port Arthur, Texas to George and Bettie Sarver, Kim... The post Kimberly Marie Sarver appeared first on The Messenger News.Crockett · Crockett Read Article

Crockett’s Angerstein Warns About Water Well Project - The Messenger News

Pictured is Crockett City Administrator John Angerstein John Angerstein, City of Crockett Administrator Special to The Messenger CROCKETT – I am issuing this public statement to voice the City’s strong opposition to the groundwater production permit application submitted by Redtown Ranch Holdings LLC in Anderson County, which seeks to drill 21 high-capacity groundwater wells... The post Crockett’s Angerstein Warns About Water Well Project appe…Crockett · Crockett Read Article

Crockett Woman Arrested for Allegedly Selling Fentanyl-Laced Fake Pills Leading to a Man's Death

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Crockett, Texas (KETK) - A woman in Crockett has been arrested after allegedly selling counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl that led to a man's death. The Crockett Police Department said that they received reports of an unresponsive man on May 21 and went to the person's apartment on Sallas Street at around 11 p.m. Once on the scene, officers along with Houston County EMS discovered the individual had died, which was believed to be caused by a …Fentanyl · Crockett See the Story

Crockett Council Approves New Business Zoning…Eventually… - The Messenger News

By Greg Ritchie Messenger Reporter CROCKETT – Crockett city council met Monday, May 19 to consider zoning changes for a gas station set to open along the city’s south side. In a time when few things seem to come easy for the council, the minor issue sent council members into another protracted debate about what... The post Crockett Council Approves New Business Zoning…Eventually… appeared first on The Messenger News.Crockett · Crockett Read Article

Pemberton Honored with Key to City in Moving Retirement Ceremony - The Messenger News

By Greg Ritchie Messenger Reporter CROCKETT – The Crockett Civic Center was filled with applause, laughter, and a few tears Thursday, May 15, as community members gathered to honor William R. “Bill” Pemberton, the city’s longtime attorney, upon his retirement after more than three decades of service. Family, friends, city and county officials, and members... The post Pemberton Honored with Key to City in Moving Retirement Ceremony appeared firs…Crockett · Crockett Read Article

Crockett students inducted into National Elementary Honor Society

The Crockett Chapter of the National Elementary Honor Society recently inducted 48 fifth-grade students in a special ceremony recognizing their academic achievement, leadership and service.Crockett · Crockett See the Story

4 arrested in connection to death of Houston County 16-year-old

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CROCKETT, Texas (KETK) - The Houston County Sheriff's Office has arrested two adults and two juveniles in connection with the case of Michael Ortiz, who was found dead near Crockett. Houston County Sheriff's Office arrest suspects in connection to death of 16-year-old teen Ortiz's body was found on County Road 4020 outside of Crockett on May 2. That's when the Houston County Sheriff's Office, the Crockett Police Department and the Texas Ra…Crockett · Crockett Read Article

Crockett School Upset in District Six - Bradshaw Re-Elected - The Messenger News

By Greg Ritchie Messenger Reporter CROCKETT – Crockett Independent School District (CISD) had two districts on the ballot for the May 3 elections – both close, with one candidate re-elected and one upset, after the votes were counted. District One incumbent Ansel Bradshaw was elected for another term, while challenger Brisa Frias beat incumbent Tieasia... The post Crockett School Upset in District Six – Bradshaw Re-Elected appeared first on The…Crockett · Crockett Read Article