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Sara
Willie, I feel I owe you an apology. I was very upset that you did not see fit to post the comments I made on the Quanel X story. My reasoning as you know, is that though you may not want to believe it, these things took place. The sources are my information were credible even if not to your standard they were. The fact is that there is racism in Livingston like every other town or country in the world. I feel as a fellow journalist it is our duty to give the cold hard facts even when we know it will offend the masses. However, I shouldn't have become so irate with the fact you chose other wise. For that I apologies. Also, though you like to keep your website PG. I do hope that one day you will see that sometimes bringing things to light isn't to assassinate ones character, but simply to remind people that bringing change is not always a bad thing. I grew up in Livingston and I have experience racism first hand. However, without it I would not be successful,corporate executive I am today. This site is one way I stay in tune with my roots. I implore you to show the true nature of the East Texas good and bad. Regards, Sara

 

Ben "The Problem Solver" Rutledge
Livingston
Here's what you do. Cut off his hands and feet and swap them out and sew them back on. So when you see some dude limping towards you trying to hold a gun with his feet you'll get a 'heads up' plus he'll have a hard time pulling the trigger with his big toe.  You're Welcome.

Dolph Finn
Northeastern Livingston
I agree with "Concerned Citezen".
Same thing goes for all suspects. They should go before Judge Coker. Her and the D.A. can work together to get a speedy conviction and then send them off to death row and QUIT WASTING OUR TIME ON PETTY DETAILS THAT DON'T AMOUNT TO A HILL OF BEANS BECAUSE WE KNOW THAT THEY ARE GUILTY! "INNOCENT UNTIL PROVEN GUILTY" ??? WHAT A BUNCH OF CRAP!!! AND YES I AM YELLING!!!  AAAGGGHHHH!!!

Better Idea
Livingston
Concerned Citizen, that is a bit extreme don't you think? Maybe they should have their hands branded so that people can see that they have once committed theft, and that would notify you that you should be wary of them.

concerned citezen
livingston
I strongly believe that if you get caught stealing you should get have your hand cut off. That would teach the theift a lesson not to take somthing that doesn't belong to them.

bubba trailer
I may be low rent but I wood never steel from the dolar store. thanks.

 

Anonymous
Livingston
I'm so glad they do a food drive this way!! When my paper sack came in I filled it up, and was ready to put it by my mailbox Saturday morning:) I also know there are many people in this community that are in need. So glad this was a great turn out!!!

 

Jr
Livingston
who's the pussy cat?

 

 

Billy Bob
Shepherd
That is a personalized plate that stands for Palestinian jihadist from Pakistan. The later is his towel size.

Elnora Ragsdale
Copperas Cove
What's with the front license plate on the Mercedes? What is it and where does it come from? The driver is from Katy, TX.. Where is the required front TX. license plate?

 

 

Sara
I have no sympathy for either one of them. It's a shame the way they let their lives go down the drain just for some fast money. She is so stupid ( I mean that) for hiding a Felon. She may have beauty but she is lacking in brains smh. Hope they both get punished to the full extent of the law. Him for thinking he is above the law and her in hopes she is never this gullible for a man again.

TAMMY
LIVINGSTON
about time they caught him now if they could just shut down ridge crest it would be game over i love it when you do wrong you will get caught.....

 

Anonymous
Was that lady really taking pictures !!!? Seriously

since we were children
livingston
This man hes been a menace to himself, his family and the public in general for decades. It is time he is institutionalized.

parent
Thank you officers. Scary this is when we are picking up children from school.

sarah m
his father won`t have to buy him a wife where he is going. He will be the wife for sure.

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Alicia Wooten
Livingston
Mental Issues along with other problems, i agree he shouldn't be behind the wheel of avehicle. God bless his Mom and Dad.

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Alicia Wooten
Livingston
Eddie linn has been through alot in his lifetime. I agree he shouldn't be on the road. God bless his mom and dad.

Tim Higgins
I see mawma was tak`n photagaf`s of poeleese brutality.

"mawma mawma - hep me hep me"

local
Was he on his way to the Whistle Stop Cafe or just out to kill or hurt some poor soul.

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Dave Dillon
Chester
The streets will be safer without this yahoo driving around drunk. May he have plenty of time in the pen to reflect on the poor choices he has made as a cowardly man.

GO M&M sisters!!!

Sandy Ivy
Trinity
Good Job Corp. Bass!! and the M&M sisters!!!

Dave Dillon
Chester
The streets will be safer without this yahoo driving around drunk. May he have plenty of time in the pen to reflect on the poor choices he has made as a cowardly man.

I'll Be
Well no wonder he was driving erraticly, his eyes are crossed!!! Maybe he had one handful too many of pills. And it looks like granny's getting evidence of police brutality to send to Mr. X. lol! Good Job Guys.

April Sansom
Corrigan
287 is a U.S. Hwy, not FM road.

Janice Bryan
Colmesneil
Yes it was very sad!! Breaking the news to my daughter was very hard to do.

Amanda
Livingston
It was very sad to here about this accident. Alex was a very loved person and will be missed greatly.

Jd
Corrigan
There was an arrest made, for possession of his brothers prescription pain meds,in their correctly labeled bottles. I'm not so naive to think something wasn't right, but thinking ain't enough. I bet they get money back, and pay a fine on some lesser charge. But when it comes to police, you get what you pay for. Maybe he was sick the day they taught law. And TJ, of course it was an inside job, pulled off by Elvis and the JFK assassins

TJ Lee
Livingston
@JD Havard -- Riiiiiiight.... because I routinely drive around with $12K in my glove compartment. I suspect you believe 9/11 was an inside job as well, huh?

Jd Havard
Corrigan
I'll bet anyone that the money you have in your pocket right now will alert a drug dog. Now these people will have to prove it isn't, instead of the law proving it is. Just like no refusal alcohol tests, another way to circumvent the constitution.

Scott
Lufkin
This sounds like the law suit that is happening or maybe has been settled in Shelby County. Basically the county law enforcement was shaking motorists down for any large sums of cash. Calling it drug money. The fact is that so much money has crossed the path of drugs that almost any bill may alert drug dogs. If you are carrying large sums of cash make sure you have some kind of papertrail on where you got it. That doesn't make what's happening right or wrong, it's just today's reality. It might be drug money, then again, they may have sold a truck for cash.

Tim Martin
Livingston
Hopefully the Corrigan Police made a sound decision. Unfortunately, I have had very few opportunities to have $12000 cash in the car. I have, however, once or twice in my 45 years drawn that much money out of the bank. In every instance, I was given a document from the bank showing I had withdrawn the money. I also, in every instance received the money in one hundred dollar bills. My money wouldn't have been taken.  The United States has a problem with drugs and the dealers are in business because of the cash flow it creates. The police, when confronted with a suspicious character carrying thousands of dollars in small bills,should be suspicious. Unfortunately, there is no exact science to determining if the money is drug money. If the person who had it, withdrew it from the bank, they will have proof and will get the money back. Looking at the stacks in the picture, this is smaller bills, not $100 dollar bills. Let's not complain when a policeman does his job. Every once in a while, they will be wrong. Of course, we could disband all police forces, then none of you would be able to complain when they try to do their job and it's not to your liking. I'm sure the drug dealers, murderers, robbers, molestors and rapists would love it. So, you all keep complaining. The bad guys love it when you force a policeman to let them go for fear of the public standing up and screaming about them not being perfect.  I say to the policeman in this picture, Good Job. And if you were wrong, at least you are out there trying. Thanks for that. Don't let the whiners bother you because I promise, when their money gets stolen, they will be calling you for help.

just sayin'
livingston
welcome to america c stephens, this kind of thing happens every day. If you have a house in certain states and let's say you decide to summer elsewhere and a vagrant moves in and starts selling drugs the city can legally demolish your home. Here's another example: you've gone to the bank and withdrawn a large amount of cash to purchase something, your good for nothing sister-in-law calls and says she needs a ride. So you go get her, because your wife will be mad if you don't. Then ya'll are riding along when mr. cop pulls you over. He see's the sis in law has a previous conviction for drugs and decides to search the car. Sis in law has a small baggie of white powder you didn't know about. Now all that cash of YOURS is confiscated and considered drug money, in the mean time you get a one way ride in mr. cop's law car to the nearest jail. Doesn't seem fair does it? AND YOU WILL NEVER GET THAT MONEY BACK.

C stephens
Livingston
Thank you for the clarification. I still find it disturbing that they confiscated over 12,000 dollars because a dog alerted. It's messed up. No proof at all...just the dog alerting. Suspect or not...how can they just take that person's money without any proof and just what are they going to do with it? Test it for drug residue at tax payer expense? How long until the person gets THEIR money back? Like I said earlier, money changes hands constantly. How can they prove anything? I just think that it's wrong and somewhat totalitarian. I'm not trying to second guess the police , even though it may sound like I am, but, people have rights and as a concerned, tax paying American citizen it just really disturbs me. I may not carry a huge stash of cash around but, some people do. It's allowed, and the cops should not be allowed to just take 'whatever' when the narcotic dog barks, especially if there is no contraband of any sort found in the car. Obviously, if the person wasn't arrested they had insurance, a current TxDL, current tags....otherwise following the dadgum law! What gives?

C Stephens
Livingston
This arrest is disturbing. Money changes hands constantly. No drugs founds, just money...that the dog alerted to because it perhaps had a scent of 'some drug' on it. For all we know the person could have been on his way to buy a car or something. I've had over 8000.00 cash on my person before after selling a vehicle. I actually find it quite disturbing that this person was arrested for nothing but having alot a cash and a narcotic dog 'barking.' People are allowed to carry cash. For all I know, the cash in my wallet may have drug residue on it from some meth head that went shopping at walmart. So, if we look at it in those terms...we are all suspect. Disturbing arrest.....

 

 

 

Tyler Simpson
Livingston
I imagine every coward in Polk County drives around with a gun like that. Isn't it great that "GOOD GUYS" never ever just snap and all have military grade training.

 

Troy L
Livingston
Two things... glad to see the M&M sisters back on the job and glad to see you riding with protection.

Paul
Livingston
I drove by this accident, and all I could think was somebody was seriously injured. I am glad to be proven wrong.
For those that are upset you drive around with a weapon in your car, I am sorry they choose to be victims.

Sharon Walters
Livingston
Glad no one was hurt. Also real glad to see the M&M Girls at the end of the story. You are doing a great job!! Keep it up and God Bless You!!

 

livingston mom
livingston
yeah this should make people in this town feel real safe knowing that someone like one is just "DRIVING AROUND" taking pictures with a gun like this "IN REACH" inside your car.

 

Kirby Murphy
Onalaska
Umm im sorry but do we live in a town where its ok to just ride around with an assault rifle in the back of your vehicle?

 

richard lee
league city
is that mixi or molly's AKM?

 

Todd Dickens
Is that Mixi's or Molly's Kalashnikov?

 

annette
Glad no one was hurt.I see Mixi is packing heat!

BD
Livingston
Regina, if you believe an animal is being mistreated then you need to call the authorities. By the way, I live in Portland Polk county and my animals are very well cared for, including the pregnant dog that was dumped who now has six adorable puppies. I can't afford to keep them all, but I will find loving homes for each and every one.

Fred
If you see no water, no food, and no shelter where the dog is tied up, there are laws being violated. Check with the sheriff's dept. on the new laws that went into effect last year. There are specifics about the length of the chain (rope, or whatever), and availability of water. Problem in Polk County is this: If you send the sheriff, the dog's owner is likely to "get rid of the problem" somehow. The poor dog will probably end up being dumped somewhere... or worse.

On the other hand, there are many good people in this county, too. Plenty of them take in strays, provide foster homes, or even just feed these neglected pets! They are pretty special folks with very big hearts, regardless of the size of their wallets!

Regina
livingston
I have lived in polk co for 25 years; and I can say that polk co is the wrong place for animals to live in every where I look I see staring;dog's;horses;cats ect...It's sad too see an animal go hungry.I see one every day when I come in from work.the dog is tied up behind a business to a light pole; I see no food; no water.no shelter.I can count his rib's;he's a white boxer.If the owner cant afford them give them too someone can give them a good life.If youre doing good to feed your self don't you think the dog gets to eat also The dog is located at this so called business on 2457.down by Linda's gift shop

Christy
Livingston
There are 7 days in a week that this business is open, in which one was themed "Christian Night" and there are complaints? All those who are non-Christians (or pretend to be) would be the complainers. Destini, what you said was right on. Also, as far as the different religions, when we die and go to Heaven, we will not be separated by denomination. If you follow Christ, you follow Christ. Not a label. I am sorry, but you non-Christians are going to lose your battle in the end because God will always prevail, even if He takes one night at a skating rink for His followers. ;) It will not stop here! PTL

leon
livingston
just trying to get people to live and let live! but if you(editor) don't approve of what i write, don't print it ,ban me or what ever makes you happy!

Jenna Johnson
Livingston
@Barbara:
Don't feel discriminated against because you are Jewish. These people that call themselves Christian have problems getting along with each other. You got the Baptist, Methodist, Pentecostals, Church of Christ, Assembly of God, Catholic, Lutheran, etc. One of these denominations has in excess of 25 organizations. Yeah,...25. If none of them can "get on the same page" why let it bother you, they can't agree amongst themselves.

leon
livingston
seems some people know the rules but think they are exempt, i find that amusing! life ain't fair, the minority gets attacked by the majority for asking for a little respect. jesus said as you treat others he will treat you! i would like to see us all get along together and quit attacking the oppressed! i might have used the wrong words, but i was only trying to help the business, and at the same time defend the other woman! i think jesus would have defended her too! there is an old saying : sweep around your own back door: and have a nice day, vent if it helps! attitudes like yours is why i choose to be a liberal! repubs have become the attacking everybody party! i know there are plenty of good people in that party, just a few making them look bad and that is my opinion!

 

Ann
@Tired of it: Practice what you preach!!!Ever heard of freedom of speech???It applies to everyone, not just you.

Destini
Livingston
and one more thing Barbara, you yourself made a VERY ignorant statement. Are you aware that JESUS, my CHRISTIAN GOD, was in fact a JEW, and that he also came FOR the jews?  this makes me laugh that you even had the audacity to write what you wrote when you clearly don't have the slightest clue as to what your saying!  I'm not picking on anyone but goodness gracious, come on!

TiredOf It.
Livingston
@Barbara from Soda, Your a grown woman...correct? Did anyone ever teach you that life is not fair? Or that if you have nothing nice to say to keep your mouth shut? You RESIDE in America, where Christianity is one of the biggest religions. Why does it surprise you that a Skate Station in Livingston Texas would have a "Christian night?" I quarantee you that if your place of business had a "Jew" night, us Christians wouldnt get butt hurt because your a Jew and have your own beliefs. You should do the same.  @Leon, if the Skate Station owners are Christian then they have the right to "bring religion"to their business. If you have a religion and whatever the belief may be, you carry that with you in anything and everything you do. It is People like you that strip that right from people. You shouldnt be ashamed of your God, no matter what God it is. I am so tired of all the politically correct people and liberals trying to make "right" of everything, because all they are doing is making things worse. Like i said, im sure you are all grown adults, you should know by this point in your life that LIFE just isnt fair sometimes. Wille, wouldnt you agree?

 

leon
livingston
business would probably be better off wording their ad in such a way not to offend anyone, im sure they didn,t intentionally offend potential customers but i can understand non-christians feeling offended, and believe we would hear a large outcry, if it was a special night for the jews or any religions not invited. as a christen i would gladly welcome people of all faiths to attend! the meek shall inherit the earth! i do believe the business brought in the religion. and who is stirring the pot!

Janice Brown
Onalaska
Really? Instead of being happy for something good for the community,you want to bring in religion.Personally I think it is soeone just trying to stir the pot and get "drama" started. You know some people can't live without drama! GROW UP!! YOUR LIFE IS VERY SHORT lIVE IT TO THE FULLEST BY BEING HAPPY!! QUIT FINDING NEGATIVE IN EVERYTHING!!! yES THESE ARE CAPS AND YES I AM YELLING!!

Paula Richey
Onalaska
Give me a break. I get so sick of all this political correctness BS. So they said Christian Night....big deal! They DID NOT say "no Jews allowed", you insinuated that! Get over it and go on.  There is always somebody that has to get their drawers in a bunch about something so unimportant.  People need to stop looking for something, anything, that might hurt someones feelings. Just get over it! That is one of our huge problems now days....there are way too many titty babies and sissy's worrying that someone might hurt their poor little feelings! Boo Hoo! Good gosh people, get your feelings off your sleeves and lets worry about something that really matters. Like our country going to #@&%!! I'm more worried about that than I am about someone that got their feelings hurt because they didn't like what the local skating rink named a particular night of the week! WTH?

Barbara Rosenstein Horowitz
Soda
I understand that Skate Station dedicates every Thursday night as Christian skate night. What night do they reserve for the Jews? Are Jews allowed into Skate Station?

 

I'm sure Jews can go to Skate Station on any night (even Christian night).  Geez. - Editor
 

Nick Howell
Houston
Hey Willie, I don't think people realize what kind of time goes in to having a news website. All the hours it takes to edit pictures, especially if you have a lot. Getting the info for all the stories and... not to mention trying to make your advertisers happy. I for one am grateful for the time you put into this. While some would rather complain about a free service you provide, they would rather gripe and be nit picky!!! Thanks for all you do and KEEP ROCKIN!!!!!

Robin Morgan
Livingston
Hey Willie keep on doing what your doing. Myself as well as many people I know enjoy the entertainment. I personally get home late from work and look forward to what has been happening thru the day and then I enjoy getting up in the morning and visiting your website with my first cup of coffee to see what has went on while I was a sleep. I also do read some of the ads on your front page. Keep on trucking Willie!You Rock!

Knot E. Vananoyed
Puhldough
Hey LeeeeeRoy! Git yoself on back to yo EverQuest Inner Universe and leave the adults to figure out diction, grammar, and what time is the best bed time for you!

James
Huntsville
Yes, Mr. Jenkins it is wrong. You never end a sentence with a preposition. You should have learned that in high school english. The "dialect" has nothing to do with it...just butchering of the English language.

Leroy Jenkins
Livingston
Not necessary, but not wrong either. Just depends on the dialect in which you speak. Deez Nuts right back "atcha".

D T
Is it at all possible for you to include news about Coldspring? We (sadly) don't have any source of news in this town, and all sorts of issues (judge/teacher mishaps, politics, accidents) are going on--but no way of finding out the details. You do have a full plate, but is there any way you could extend your reach a bit?

 

Leroy Jenkins
Livingston
Can't a man ask a simple question? And Mrs. Hererra, you certainly can end a sentence with "at". I mean you obviously did. As far as the website goes, it doesn't bother me in the least. Hell i'm surprised my face hasn't graced the top headline section yet. Oh well a boy can dream.

 

polk county native
As a member of the 2010 archives section of this website for being in a wreck that i did not cause, I think that Willie does an exceptional job. I beg anyone to show me a news media website or TV news station that is not biased in what they report to the public to further there own agenda. Willie, as editior, has the right to report what he feels fit and to exclude anything he deems unappropriate. As far as I can tell the news that is reported on this website is factual though there are instances where things are incorrect like the spelling of my last name in my story, he reports the facts the best of his ability with the information he is given. This happens worldwide on a daily basis. If something is reported against you or someone you know that you do not like or do not agree with I believe you should take that up with yourself or the person that did the crime. Willie, again I think the news you report is worth the read and is why I visit the site daily. I will say this though the only thing missing from the article I was in was the dogs. Keep up the good work!

Deez Nuts
Hey Leroy, I've got Your journalism degree right here!

idiots
polk country
I got an ideal all you idiots that are down grading Willie need to make your own site and get off his if all your going to do is complain about his hard work.. he is informing us and he is doing a darn good job cause for idiots that complain about everything keep coming back!! Willie keep up the great job and were are the girls i miss them and i LOVE the term moter scooter..

Betty Carter
Livingston
Willie you do a GREAT JOB ingore them nut's.

annette
onalaska
WOW! There is a lot of haters out there recently. This is a local news page, no cost to us, done by a man who saw a need and stepped up to the plate. Hee is not a professional journalist, and the way the pros are going, I think he is a breath of fresh air. Appreciate what we have, warts and all, because if this service goes away, you might find you'll miss it. Thanks Willie for all you do. I couldn't and not many others would be getting out at all hours, to see the things you do.

Sara
Willie should have had some Journalism education, because I realized this week how bias he is when it comes to reporting what he wants verse all of the news...Willie didn't post one of my other comments because I was rights and proved a fact about a previous post.. Are going to post this one Willie?

 

Angelica Hererra
Livingston
Mr. Jenkins, If this line of questioning is meant to degrade the editor and if you are going to try and correct something such as english, then one basic rule has always been..... You can't end a sentence with "at".

Diane
Willie, you do a great job reporting the news. You don't need a degree.

Leroy Jenkins
Livingston
Where did you get a degree in journalism at?

 

 

Randy
Livingston
Thats a tight curve, It's hard to handle if your going a little fast. I cant imagine taking it while intoxicated. Thank goodness nobody was hurt.

Sandra S.
Oakhurst
This story is upsetting to me. DWI for starters. Endangering her 13 year old son is another. Being a mother, the worst part to me is how this is on her record for the rest of her life. She's 31, she made a bad decision and got caught. I made so many bad decisions when I was young but was fortunate enough to have wised up before ever being in a situation like this. If any of us would have done something like this 25 years ago, we wouldn't have had our story told with all the sorted details for all to gander at. Such is life.

jayda valderez
Livingston
Ppl these days! They dont think!!! LET GOD BE WITH THEM!

Dena Benner
Livingston
This makes me sick!! 5pm and already intoxicated weather it be pills or alcohol!! Glad her son was ok but also glad she "wiped" out before she killed someone!!!

 

stilla laffen
livingston
Moral of story is don't steal and run from cops while in handcuffs or you might look like this guy.

Randy
Livingston
This guy looks like he could be the poster boy for Quanell Ex.

Kjr B
Onalaska
Concerned citizen, he was in custody, which usually means restraints, when he ran. The injuries are consistent with a fall with his hands behind his back. Doesn't take a rocket scientist to see that.

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"Fell on face" LOL!

Tom Foolery
Livingston
Wille, this is quite possibly the greatest story & mug-shot combo EVER!  The only thing that could have made it any better would be if he was tazed while riding a motorscooter and fell off, landing on his face. Oh, and dog pics.

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concerned citezen

 

Mary Allen
Goodrich
I hope that if I am ever in an accident in this area, someone will take pictures, bloody or not, so I can see for myself what happened...also, a photo of the M&M sisters next to me in the ambulance, too! Thanks Willie...you rock!

 

 

Amanda (Moffett) Richter
Livingston
I was so sorry to hear about this, Sharie. I just want you to know you've been in my thoughts and prayers.Love you!!!

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sharie bledsoe
livinston
MR. FRANK, I TOO WAS SADDENED OVER NOTHING BEING PUT IN THE OBITUARY.. I COULDNT EVEN GO TO HIS MEMORIAL, CAUSE NOT EVEN 3 MONTHS PRIOR,MY MOM, DONNA, HAD ALSO PASSED AWAY.. MOMMA, WE HAD KNOWN SHE WAS SICK, AND THE DOCTORS HAD ALREADY WARNED US, THAT SHE DIDNT HAVE MUCH LONGER, AND THAT HAD GIVEN US A LITTLE TIME WITH HER AND SHE ASSIGNED EVERYONE POSITIONS TOO!! MY DAD GRUMBLED ABOUT HIS DUTIES, FEEDING THE ANIMALS, HE CLAIMED HE DIDNT LIKE! HA! IF YALL COULD HAD ONLY SEEN IT!! MOMMA, IM SURE WAS VERY PROUD OF HIM.. IN ALL MY LIFE OF KNOWING JAMES CALVIN HARWOOD,(NOT BIOLOGICAL, BUT COULDNT CONVINCE ME OTHER WISE) IVE SEEN HIM CRY TWICE... ONCE OVER LOOSING MY MOM, AND WHEN HE BEGAN TO HURT OVER THIS ILLNESS CALLED CANCER.. HE SHOWED NO SIGNS OF ANY KIND OF SICKNESS, HEALTHY AS A HORSE, HE WAS BIG JIM AFTER ALL, BUT NOTHING, TILL WE LOST MOMMA...MY DUTY WAS TO TAKE CARE OF MY DAD AND HELP HIM RUN OUR FAMILY BUSINESS, CAUSE MOMMA KNEW HE COULDNT DO IT ALONE, AND WAS AFRAID, THAT IF SOMETHING DID HAPPEN TO HER, IT WOULDNT BE LONG FOR MY DAD, MAINLY CAUSE, ANYONE THAT KNEW HIM, HE WASNT ONE FOR CHANGE!!! BOY WAS SHE RIGHT... HIM PASSING AS QUICK AS HE DID, TOOK US ALL BY SURPRISE AND LOOSING THEM BOTH LIKE THAT, HAS REALLY DONE A NUMBER ON ALL OF US... MY PARENTS, FOR ALL THAT KNEW THEM, WERE 2 PEAS IN A POD.. STUBBORN MULES!!! I BET EVERYONE IS LAUGING RIGHT NOW, CAUSE ALL THAT KNEW THEM BOTH, KNOW EXCACTLY WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT!!!! I WOULD LIKE TO SET SOMETHING UP FOR THE BOTH OF THEM SOON, WHETHER ON HERE OR EVENTUALLY HAVE A DINNER, FOR ALL THAT KNEW MY PARENTS, AND CALL IT A CELEBRATION OF BOTH THEIR LIVES.. THEY WERE 2 OF THE HARDEST WORKING PEOPLE IVE EVER KNOWN AND WILL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL AND VERY MUCH BLESSED TO HAVE HAD THEM BOTH FOR THE ONES GOD HAD CHOSE FOR ME, THE BEST PARENTS IN THE WORLD..

 

 

 

Tanya O
This is simply pathetic of our whole entire system! For instance, a man murders another individual because that person harmed his child and the murderer gets life in prison. A sorry excuse for a man, or a human at all, messes up a child for life, or several children, and gets a few years. (30). Seriously? Give his *** the ***** death penalty!

 

geb
o
Fantastic job Guys!!

 

Scott
Lufkin
LOL! How did a story about a drug bust on the highway in Corrigan (I agree about the mistaken location but a good job by law enforcement nonetheless) turn into a rant about a City election?! Now that's funny right there, I don't care who you are!

observer
Onalaska
Who cares where the dam photo was taken the crime could have occurred in the school zone and stop not occurred until the location specified! Dam, drugs were removed from the streets, buncha dope dealing supporters comment I see!  Get a life!

Clarence F. Dupp
Chester
Hey Bro,
This was taken NORTH of town near the H&H truck stop and the turn off to the LP Mill. Somebody gave you the wrong location for the photos. Just Sayin.

Miss Smith
Diboll
When did the Hughes Truck Stop and the Berry's Motel sign move beside the Corrigan/Camden High School as you reference in your story? If Johnna Lowe who is running for City Council assisted you with this story she gave you false information. As evident in the pictures this stop occurred in front of Hughes Truck Stop & the VFW. These two facilities are located on the opposite end of Corrigan no where close to the High School. You need to wise up and get your facts straight before you report what you call news to the public and you better watch out who assists you with stories because we all know that Ms. Johnna Lowe loves to stir trouble in Corrigan. She did so during her short term as Corrigan Camden School Board member and she is still doing the same as Council Member all the while misinforming the public that she is all about the betterment of the public. I wished I lived in the City of Corrigan still so I could vote her out!!! As President Obama says WE NEED CHANGE & that is definitely what the City of Corrigan so desperately needs!!!

Teresa Terry
Groveton
 I was raised in Corrigan, and would like to know where these pictures were taken. I do not recognise that as being anywhere near the school.

Jean O'Donnell
YEAAAAAAAAAAAA, Officer Dingo.. GOOD JOB

mary webb
onalaska
A Big THANK YOU guys for getting another drug addict off our streets

geb
onalaska
Great job Guys and especially to Officer Stuckey.

 

Randy
Livingston
Scooter.... Doggies....
Keep up the great job Willie! your site ,your rules. I enjoy the personal touch you put on your reporting.

Paul
Livingston
The Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary
When you're a biker, you're a part of a large community with its own specialized vocabulary. If you're new to motorcycling, it may be difficult to understand everything said. If you run across a biker term you do not know just remember to check the Total Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary and Glossary!
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/dictionary/motorcycle-dictionary-index.htm
Scoot - Slang term for a motorcycle.
Scooter - Slang term for a motorcycle.
Scooter Trash - Any Biker
Shooters on Scooters - motorcycle cop
Silverhair Hiway Patrol (SHip) - Bluehairs that attempt to enforce a maximum speed limit of 35mph no matter what the posted limit is. Generally followed by a small parade of vehicles, they often speed up upon encountering a passing zone.
Sled - Slang term for a motorcycle.

Now let everybody put aside what terminology to use for a scooter and give our prayers to the family.

------------------------------------------------

afmom
onalaska
ok Willie, reading all of the posts about the "motorscooter" issue, I was inclined to agree that people need to just move on, but I will have to say, Jim Zeigler made a very valid point. Just sayin.....

Jim Zeigler
Livingston
Willie,
Great site, your vigilance for local happenings is really impressive. However, I'd like to make a suggestion: when you report an accident involving a motorcycle like the one on the 26th, would you mind referring to it as a motorcycle rather than a motor scooter? I know it's a matter of semantics, but "motor scooter" sounds a bit mocking to those involved in accidents such as these. You wouldn't report on a man getting struck and killed by a "choo-choo train" or refer to Lifeflight as a "whirlybird".

Troy L.
Houston
@Linda Cooper -

*insert eye roll here*

Are you serious? Bloody bodies? You should find better use of your time and make a point to see and spend more time with your family members. Then, perhaps, you wouldn't have to be scouring the internet to critique news agencies for doing their jobs.... reporting the news.

Woody
Another senior on a Harley meets his maker. Won't be the last around here. They should sell cemetery plots to go along with these bikes.

R Robertson
@Concerned Citizen doubtful that a citation will be issued as the man passed away. Your concern for the condition of the person overwhelms me. As to alll of you kicking up a fuss about the scooter term. For some reason unknown to the readers Willie likes to use it to irritate motorcycle riders, ignore it. Most seasoned riders (like myself) clearly know the difference.

onalaska
I hope this will end once and for all the nonsense about what to call his transportation. This man was a human being, and his family has now lost him. This is what matters in these accidents.

Linda Cooper
Burrton , Ks
This last Friday my uncle was in a serious accident in your county. My cousin sent me the link to the article on your website.  I don’t know who your photographer is or who your editor is but they need to be more responsible with the pictures that are printed of accidents.  It’s one thing to print the vehicles involved, or the emergency response teams but when they show the accident victims that are covered in blood with torn clothes barely hanging off of them that is too much.  Show the accident victims some respect and give them some dignity.  I know my uncle would not have wanted people to see his bloody body with his shirt off and belly showing.  When I seen the picture of him being put in the ambulance I actually threw up.  It was devastating.  I had not seen my uncle for quite a few years since I live in another state and that image is not the one I want to remember for the rest of my life.  But I will never be able to get that image out of my head now.  If you insist on showing the response team loading the victims then take the picture from a distance where their bloody bodies are not shown.  How would you feel if the picture in the paper was one of your loved ones. How would you feel if the way you found out about one of your loved ones being in an accident  was by seeing a picture of their bloody body in your paper before the family had a chance to let you know about it.

 

After reading the article about my uncle I scrolled thru your paper and noticed a couple more accident photos that showed bloody victims on a stretcher being loaded into the emergency vehicles. I find it sick that you would think that is an appropriate picture to print.  I had a friend here at home that found out that her son had been in a fatal accident when the news did a breaking story of the accident and she recognized her vehicle.  That I not the way a mother, father, sister, brother, son, daughter, or any family member should find out that their loved one has been in a serious accident or has died.  I lost my son 2 years ago in a fire and believe me if I had found out about it by seeing his burned body on a stretcher being loaded into an emergency vehicle I would have totally lost it.  I would have sued anyone and everyone involved in posting, printing or airing pictures of him in that condition.  I think you should reconsider what pictures you print for your articles.  Have a heart and consider how the victims and their families would feel seeing the picture and knowing that the whole world can also see the picture.  Have a Heart! Its hard enough dealing with the tragedy we are dealing with. We don’t need to see our loved ones bloody bodies printed for everyone to gawk at.

 

Niece of Herman Bullock.

May he ride the skies forever.

 

Melissa
Livingston
Oh my Goodness, Who cares what the thing is called! People are so blind to the real problems, there is a hurt man and all everybody whines about is the specific name of an object that has no feelings or family to worry about them.

Deek Emmons
Livingston
@ Concerned Citizen: Your post strikes a little close to home for me; I am 60 years old and have had my motorcycle endorsement since April 25th, 1967. The only accidents I have had was when cage drivers turned left in front of me; I have noticed that most police reports state that the accident is still under investigation. I fail to see what needs to be investigated further when the other driver failed to yield to my right-of-way unless speed on my part could be determined to be a factor and I closed on them at an unexpected rate of speed, which was never the case with my accidents ( if I am in that big a hurry I give myself extra time to make the ride ). I would much rather a m/c rider with years of riding experience be riding alongside me than a younger rider with a few weeks in the saddle on a crotch rocket. You see a lot of old riders and a lot of bold riders but not a lot of old, bold riders. While the above does not appear to have any bearing on this particular accident let's play a little game of what-if: what if the driver of the Sudden Link vehicle, perhaps not being familiar with the area slammed on his brakes to make his turn and add to the fact that his brake lights may have not been working properly. In that scenario I would think the van driver would be at fault for defective tail lamps. Not so far-fetched in the overall realm of things. And I see no mention of alcohol being a factor in the accident. As far as the motorcycle/ motorscooter nomenclature debate goes Paula Richey,Kim Kelly, Anita, Rose Adkison and Linda Cooper have hit the nail on the head as far as I am concerned; we have bigger fish to fry, in that a man is lying in a hospital fighting for his life...

noonereally
Onalaska
I saw an older man yesterday afternoon in Livingston. He was on a motorcycle, wearing a pair of jean shorts, a tank top, and flip flops. I had to scratch my head on that one. I mean if it where me, I would want at least some protection in an open vehicle moving at 65 or 70mph (because he sure wasn't doing 60).

Concerned Citizen
Livingston
Has anyone noticed how many stories there are about these motorscooters crashing around here? They are being driven in a careless and reckless manner by older people who are not properly trained and have a blatant disregard for other people's safety. I am so glad the driver of the van did not suffer any major injuries. I hope the scooter rider received a ticket for Following too closely and or Failure to control speed.  Was alcohol involved?

Paula Richey
Onalaska
This has gotten so ridiculous!!  Okay, so a bunch of you don't like the term that Willie uses to refer to a motorcyle! Is this disagreement with him on this really so very important that certain people feel the need to correct him every time he does so? Get over it already!  My brothers, who ride Harley's, would argue with him too. One time, then they would leave it alone. Why beat a dead horse? Don't y'all have anything better to do? Like offer prayers for anyone hurt and their families or inquiries about how someone involved is doing!  Willie calls a motorcycle a motorscooter, get the hell over it!  I don't particularly like the term either, but it just ain't important! I get way more tired of everyone complaining about it than I do of Willie using the term.  I don't even know Willie personally but I do like to read his news page. I am just so sick and tired of people making such a big deal out of something so meaningless when there are so many bigger things going on in our city, county, hell our country. Let's worry about all that and drop the "Motorcycle/Motorscooter" issue.  Now before I post this I better spend 30 minutes proof reading so I don't get blasted for a few misspelled words by the "word police"!  Have a great day y'all. And remember ..... love one another!

Key dillard
livingston
Moterscooters have wheeland tire combinations of 12" or less.Whila Harley did make moterscooters in the50'and 60's they only make motercycles now days.While some riders describe ther motercycles as scootersmost all would like reporters to use the term motercycles when reporting news stories,wrecks ect. so the uninformed public these are full sised vehicles an Are licensed to operate on any public road in Texasand NOT to be confused with moterscooters which ate limited to certen types of roads and speed limits.......

TuSun Olde
Livingston

What's in a name, that which we call a rose....Okay, but California DMV does have some strict definitions of the various two and three wheeled vehicles which travel on public thoroughfares. I'm sure Texas does also, but here is the California website:
www.dmv.ca.gov/motorcycles/motorcycles.htm The text is too long to post on here.

Kim Kelly
Onalaska
As y'all worry about what Willie calls a dang motorcycle this man as of Sunday early morning was laying in a hospital bed unresponsive, blending on his brain and lungs, shattered pelvis, parts of his spine and neck also shattered, no pulse in his legs. So find something else to gripe about.

Herkemer Schnickfrits
Swartout
Sorry anyone got hurt. Willie hasn't figured out that if you step through it's a scooter and if you have to swing your leg over it's a bike. We can guess he rode pedal scooters as a child. One song doesn't define the machinery/human physiology interface to most. I dare him to go to Milwaukee and tell the H-D employees there that they make "scooters".

Anita
Livingston
Really!! Instead of you two worried about the man on the bike, you're more worried about what the editor calling the bike a motor scooter or motorcycle? My daughter witnessed this horrible accident and had nightmares over it last night and she has been so worried about this man, not about what he was riding was called. Maybe y'all should try praying for this man instead. Just saying.

Rose Adkison
Livingston
Motorcycle,MotorScooter who cares.Does anybody care that someone got hurt?

Jean O'Donnell
Liberty
Why do U call a Harley a motor scooter?

Nancy D
Onalaska
why do they call a motorcycle a motorscooter. Does anyone know.

 

Linda Cooper
Hutchinson, Ks
I love you Uncle Bill. Your strong and stubborn so keep fighting.
Your neice "Jabberbox"

 

 

Just Curious
Livingston
Nine out of ten times when a child says that 'one of the parents is molesting them' nine out of ten times that child is telling the truth.  Now I have no dog in the hunt but it seems that if CPS had found sufficient reason or concrete evidence of child neglect or endangerment I believe they would have step in and removed those kids.  There are no perfect parent. No parent can say that they have done everything that was right or that was in the best interest of their kids. All of us have made our shares of mistakes as parents.  Based on your view if I was CPS I would remove kids from the home of all parents who allow there kids to run wide in the streets or who drop them off at the malls, Wal-mart, movie theaters and in the grocery stores. All it would take for CPS to come to your house if for one person to say that 'you are neglecting your kids' and if that happen CPS is coming.  But the fact that she still have her kids and that she has admitted to not being what we call a perfect parent ought to be good enough for us. I don't think its fair to mad at her and bring up what we would do if we were CPS because a little child had the courage to say 'daddy done this to me'

christina
you know what is really funny is you two sit up here and judge me and try to air my **** out well then why cant you be woman enough to say who u r and my facebook lmao what about my facebook and pictures dont lie but dont tell the whole story...lmao and call cps please do because baby i have nothing to hide and i can pass a drug test idc if its mouth hair or urine!!! and another thing is that i could NOT care less if the horton family ever speaks to my kids again i just felt like since they want to stand up in the community and he so christian then the community needs to know what is really going on!!! i could not care less about you 2 on here talking crap either because guess what neither one of you know what ive been through or know what i continue to battle so until you can let us all know who you are then how about keeping your crap to yourselves because like i said i will admit to all my faults and bad choices but can you do the same??? just sad!!!

 

destiney r.
Well i guess my other post did not make it on here that was probably a good thing. I just want to say if christina want everbody to believe her lies about being a good mom and that she change her ways then.she shouldnt post what she does on facebook and she shouldnt let other people tag her in some of the stuff shes tagged in. Pictures dont lie. I just hope one of these days them kids will have someone that will love them enough to have them in a better situation then what theier in now. You cant do things and try to to.hide them christina and expect that no one knows how those kids are realky living and what there enviroment is really like. They need good role models not what and who they are around now. And like kayla said if i was cps you wouldnt have those kids. Their the wants sufferin because you cant make better choices for them to have a stabke home

Just Curious
Livingston
No one has yet to answer my original question which was 'name me one instance of police brutality?' So far my question has yet to be answered definitively. No one has yet to give one example of police brutality.  The only brutality that I see is the one caused by Quanell X by pitting family against family, the rift that he caused between grandparents and grandkids. The rally wasn't about race relation, police brutality, justice, Judge Coker or a long prison sentences.  If Mr. X is less than truthful in one area can we really trust him to be truthful in other areas? If he was less than truthful about police brutality can we really trust him to be truthful about why he was really here in the first place? ($20.000.00 is his standard appearance fee. Not sure what he charge for small towns).  The fact that he arrive late to his own rally, made accusation that we know were less than truthful, left town without follow up meeting with black community about what should be done the next day (rally on the courthouse steps the next morning) tells me that Mr. X did not charge his normal $20.000.00 appearance fee.

kayla
this is what get me christna is on here facebook try to make her self look so good you still anit livin right but you are quick to judge the horton it over leave them alone if they dont want nothing to do with them kids get over you about the that life like you claim just nasty im stop here i could go futher but if i was a cps worker you would not have them kids!!!!!!

destiney r.
Nobody ever said what charles did was right and if he did do it then hes where he needs to be. But u sitting up here acting like u changed ur like is bull. Those kids donct have no stable home abd whoever sayd other wise is a lie. So u can sit up here all u want and act like u changee your life knowing damn well u have not. Those poor kids have had it bad all there lifes and hooefully one day a good roll model will show up in their lifes because they need someone besides who they have now. The one thing i can say for the hortons is they made some big mistakes but at least they took care of those kids when there mom and dad didnt want to when yall were to busy livibg it up and not worried about taking care of yalls responsabilities.

Just Curious
Livingston
Mr. X was a waste of everyone's time. In the crowd was ministers and pastors who would never show up at a courthouse had the rally been about race relation, how to improve our schools so that our kids won't be lagging behind academically, ridding the county of meth labs and drug dealers. Here we are almost three weeks after the rally and nothing has changed. Mr. X has deposited his check and have not thought about Livingston, Judge Coker, Charles Horton Jr, police brutality, nor the ministers or pastors who stood in front of him at the courthouse since the rally.

lmao
you sit there and say that IS his child and he can pay what he wants. well where was he before this happened. He was never there for his child, lmao but because all this happened and his name now has a smudge on it he wants to have something to do with jr. I know both parents very well and christina has always done what she has had to, to be able to take care of those kids ALONE with no support from anyone. Yes she made mistakes and had them taken from her but she claims that and she has them now. She paid her price for her mistakes more than any of you could know. What is so surprising to me is that everyone is judgeing her in this. What has happened has nothing to do with her parenting skills but his. And yet she has to stand up and in front of everyone admit everything she has ever done wrong just to fight for her child. That to me is just sad. Her oldest son is 12 and she has been in there sole provider all but 2 years of there lives. Even when they where with the Horton's she was there as much as she could be. I remember her always thinking of those kids even during those 2 years. She was the only person those kids had the other 10 years. And she stated in an open court room that she was not any mother of the year. So why is she being put on trial here? She paid her dues for her wrongs and she will forever pay for her mistakes it looks like. They said that he got got to much time well her child got life. She will never outlive what has happened to her. How do you put a time on something so wrong? Everybody needs to worry about what is important here. Like Amber stated there was nothing accomplished by him X coming here. He was late and spoke of things he knew nothing about. There has been white men get just as much time and even more time. So I don't see where the racist crap comes into play at! He came he left and everything will still be the same. That man aint worried about polk county because if he was he wouldn't have been here for days protesting and talking about "his people"!!! If a white man was to come into this town and start a protest and start hollering about racist there would be a riot. So can someone please tell me who is really racist??? The victim in the case was black and the convicted is black. The jury sentenced him to his time so the judge had nothing to do with it. This whole thing is such load of crap. He did it he was found guilty and now he is surving his time. So bottom line is it's over for everyone but the child and she deserves some love and respect...everybody else just needs to stay in there own lanes and get there facts straight before they start spewing garbage out there mouths. LMAO get it together people aint that what X was talking about???

christina horton
livingston

Just for everyone to know I never claimed to be mother of the year. I have admited to my wrongs and I have paid the price for everything I have done. I have not been in and out of rehabs get your facts straight I was in rehab one time. Yes I am a recovering alcoholic, addict and I carry that with me everyday. I also carry the fact that I lost my children for 2 years and I worked my *** off to get them back. I have a stable life for me and my children, I am engaged and have one man in my life. Funny thing is everyone is quick to judge me and my wrongs but won't dare stand up and say what Charles Jr. wrongs are. He did this not me I took no part in it. I will gladly admit to everything I have done wrong because who I was does not define who I am today. I feed off this crap you have to be joking this is my child we are talking about. MY CHILD apparantly you don't have any kids because if you did you would know that a mother's love never ends, breaks or dies. Now like I have stated numerouse times to variouse different people I never claimed to be mother of the year. But I will fight for my children and all who wrong them. Right is right and wrong is wrong. I will never be able to take back what I have done in my life and the mistakes I have made!!! But like I said that does not define who I am today and sure as hell does not have anything to do with what has happened to my child or the way she is being treated!!!!!!!!!!!!!

destiney r.
goodrich
I feel sorry for the child in all this she is the innocent one. I agree with kayla christina trying to get on here and play mother of the year an shes far from it. Those kids have never really be took care of by either parent. Shes been in and out of rehabs and still cant make a stable home for those kids. Men in an out if there lifes. So you dont have no room to talk about anyone not being in.your kids lifes cause u barely are.

kayla
livingston
first off i would like to say i dont know if he did that to the child or not i pray for the baby but to be real you should have them kids either now you are trying to play mom of the year and i know this may sound bad but that his child and if he want to 600000 he can that his child i just saying you quick to write your fly little comment on here but i think you feed off this ****.

Amber
If he is really trying to help (haha) why would he need to be paid for that, especially as much as he gets paid for doing nothing! He doesn't want to help "his people" he just wants to stir up crap, and the funny thing is.....he gets paid big bucks to do it. Glad it wasn't me paying him to do nothing..lol..what did he come down here and accomplish....notta darn thing! Money well spent, wasn't it charles horton sr!

Christina horton
livingston
What really amazes me is that charles horton sr paid to have this man come here and cause a scene. Why? For what? Because his son sexually assulted his grandchild. He could have given that 20,000 dollars to his grandchildren seeming is how none of the horton family will even speak to us. There own grandchildren they have turned there backs on. She is the innocent one not charles jr. He can pay all that money for that man to come here only so he can try to save face. This whole thing makes me ill. Yes he got 99 +20 years he molested and assulted his own child, if you ask me they couldve gave him life without parol and it still wouldnt have been enough!!! They dont hear her crys or see her pain everyday! How do you explain to such an innocent child why this has happened to her. What do you say when she comes to you and ask why what did she do wrong? When she cant sleep because she cant stop thinking about what happened! When she wakes up in the middle of the night screaming!! And it has affected my other two children also my son who is named charles horton 111 will scream if you call him by his name. He asks all the time if he can just change his name because he dont even wnt to hear it. And my baby will not speak of him what so ever. They both cry for there sister. This man has messed up so many lives and somehow the judge is to blame! They say i did this i wanted to get revenge! For what? I never even put child support on charles jr because i knew he wouldnt pay and i wanted him to have a life with his kids. We have been seperated for 8 years and we got along just fine. He never helped me with those kids no, but i still wanted them to have there father! So what motive do i have to do such a horrible thing! He did this and he should pay for everything he has put my baby through! And the Hortons should be ashamed every last one of you! You call yourself a christian family well what is so christian about turning your backs on your grandchildren! How do yall think that makes her feel when you walk right past her in a store and dont say a word to her? Then again im left to answer the question mama what did i do? Why dont they love me anymore? Sad just sad! Charles sr while your marching for rights why didnt you march for your grandchild???????? Ok now as far as t'challa washington goes yes his sentence was way to harsh! He may have made mistakes but he is a good person! He once bought my baby a swim suit because i couldnt afford but onoy 2! He took care of his family and his friends the best he onew how! He hurt no one yes he may have broken the law but come on 78 years that is harsh for his crime. NOW THAT IS MY OPINION ON THIS WHOLE STUPID MESS!!! Where was x when carl was murdered and nothing was done where ws he when t was going through his trial? Like I said this was just an attempt for the great Charles Horton Sr to save some face!!!!!!!!!!!!

fred payton
livingston
i think, in most cases, if you are arrested and you cooperate with the police and do what they tell you to- you won't have a problem but if you resist, what option do they have. they have to protect themselves, also. they also need to keep a possible felon from escaping and harming others. criminals nowadays are more blatent, more destructive, more bold just so they can get more drugs or money they'll destroy a store or kill someone "for a few dollars more", so they don't have to get a real job! anyone who breaks into someone's house or business to do harm does not deserve to live.

Just Curious
Livingston
Perception and reality are not always the same. When I think of police brutality I think of a person being beaten with a club, mace for no reason, being kicked in the head and body by a member of the police department.  If I were on the receiving end of police brutality in this town it would be on every news outlet in the world. The world would see my wounds, cuts, lumps and bumps and then I would have had the FBI as well as the media involved. But being stopped by the police for because i broke the law is not police brutality.

betty lou
livingston
I for one believe our justice system is a joke. I think just because you don't here what happens in our community does not actually happen. My symphony goes out to concerned citezen for experiencing such unprofessional conduct from goons who are our payroll!!!

Just Curious
Livingston
You are the first person to my knowledge to say that they have experience police brutality. I have never heard anyone other than Mr. X to speak about police brutality. I know must of the police officers and they have always been professional. I am shocked to hear you say that as a matter of fact.

concerened citizen
livingston
I myself was victim of police brutality by our verry own pd. I filed a complaint against the officers involved, but was just another brown man man living in a white man's world

fred payton
livingston
yeah, the wise will steer away from quanell x: who tries to look like a lamb; but, inwardly is a ravening wolf. i'm offended by his casual mentioning of Jesus- whom he knows nothing about!

Just Curious
Livingston
$20.000.00 is a lot of money to pay a guy who shows up late and give a twenty-six minute speech about something that is not true. The rally was not thought out which is why the rally only drew less than sixty people.  Whoever paid Mr. Quanell X $20.000.00 should get a refund since he was about 45 minutes late and gave a 26 minute speech. At $20.000.00 Quanell X should have came back the next morning, held another rally on the court house steps and invited the media to cover it.  Now we now why $20.000.00 is called an appearance fee. Appeared is all he did.

JAMES
LIVINGSTON
I agree 100% with you willie, Quanell X is the most racist biggot there is out there. All he likes to do is stir up trouble and act like he is somebody, when in fact HE IS NOT! If a member of the K.K.K. started to march around and declare half of the things that he does they would be ridiculed, and prob put in jail or dead. The fact that none of this has happened to him should prove who the real racist are! J.S.

Melissa
Livingston
I was inside the courthouse watching it all, i heard he was paid a good deal of money to do this, if it was really a big issue then a person would think that he would do it for free. The reasoning behing the rally was stupid, obviously people do not know how the court systems work, if they did they would have know that Judge Coker did not convict him, a jury did. The FBI would laugh at these people with their stupidity.

 

This statement is just as bad as he is. If it is news than report it as news not just the news that you deem as important or factual. I for one can say that East Texas is full of racial people in all races.

 

Just Curious
To Joseph Daniels:  So what you are saying is that no one can name one incident of police brutality in Livingston? The reason I ask the question was because I was under the impression that the rally was about the disproportionate sentences given to minorities?

Joseph Daniels
Schwaub City
To "Just Curious":
In the minds of most minorities, East, or rural Texas for that matter, has always been synonymous with racism towards anyone of color. They believe that if bigotry is common among the given population, then it's even worse with law enforcement serving that area. They have heard the stories of Jasper, Texas. They remember the Cleveland police beatings from many years ago. Imagination mixes with morbid fear and an urban myth is born. All of this fear and mistrust is stirred by the media.
While working downtown, a black co-worker from Chicago asked me if East Texas was as bad as he had heard. I told him that people may not hold the door for you but chances are he'd be a lot safer in Polk county than in Chicago's SouthSide.
He smiled and said, "That's a good point."

Just Curious
Livingston
I read were Quanell X said 'bring on the FBI and Stop Police Brutality' I've been in Livingston for more than 35 years and have not known of any reports of police brutality. Can anyone point to any incident of police brutailty in Livingston? Just curious.

 

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No story On the Quanell X march? How prejudice and side taking of you all.

 

Ben Ogletree, III
Livingston
Willie:  Thank you for your promotion and coverage of this year's Polk County Relay for Life.  I found Daniel, Tyler & Shawn's Survivor stories heartwarming and encouraging.  The great people of Polk County raised over $235,000 at this year's Relay.  This is money used to fund cancer research and to aid cancer patients.  What a wonderful testimony to the hard work and dedication of the Relay committee, volunteers and teams.  Most of all, it is a reflection of the generous and caring spirit of this community.  Thank you to all involved.

 

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
More info on 19 year old woman burned in car by County Judge who knocked her up would be found where?

Stating the Obvious
Ms. Jimman, sometimes it's better to keep your mouth shut than to open it and make yourself look a fool. You ma'am, have made yourself look like an idiot.

Lara Lee Jimman
Livingston
Your one sick Bastard to even post this. Gregg Abbott along with our sick Government and D.A. uses Child support to make money. Yes I believe in manning up when you have kids. But do you have any idea how many kids are abused by crack heads and drug useres b/c of child support?. I guess you would not know since your not a vet, nore an educated person! Lets think about this .. Your married right? Im sorry it took you so many years to find some one. You must have had one lonley child hood..My question is for you . You praise our Livingston court system more than God, What are you going to do when they get cought for murder,rape,sexual assult and even more? (Like burning a 19 year old woman in her car b/c the county judge nocked her up?) Its a small town. All good Things Must Come To An End. BTW, The Houston Chronical has a copy of this. Plus they know that the Livingston S.O. stole the papers & Machines over the Texting on the bench.. What a dirty little Town..

TuSun Olde
There are many factors to every case. I suggest you contact the Attorney General's Office. Be sure you have all of your papers, divorce, custody order, child support papers, etc. They have a hotline. While they don't intervene in custody disputes, ask them to direct you to the proper starting point. (866)-292-4636 is the hotline.

Linda Smith
Livingston
i think that its about time they cracked down and got deadbeat parents...i just wish they would do the same for custody and visitation rights,my son left to visit his father in June 2011 and his father kidnapped him..i have not seen or heard from him since then..i am the custodial parent my son lived with me until his dad took him..the law would not help me locate him,they said it was because i let him go for his visit,i was doing my part as a parent and allowing visitation...this just goes to show how messed up the laws are...I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH,SON.I PRAY YOU ARE WELL AND I PRAY TO SEE YOU AGAIN!!!

 

FRANK FAWBUSH
LIVINGSTON
Why have you not put in the obituaries Jimmy Harwood's ? Their was a memorial service for him at Oak grove,Church of Christ last sunday.

 

 

Granny
Am I banned from making comments on this site?

 

Black Beauty
Lake Livingston
@Ribeye. There is an old saying it go like this—  If it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck it must be a duck.  So--------If a person writes like a moron therefore he must be a moron. So I don’t need Mr. Porkchop’s disabled vet money for reading lessons.  If you think the TV show Sons of Anarchy is REAL then you must also think Wrestling on TV is REAL too!  I always remember to put on my riding costume. I start with my bra, --- won’t tell you what size-- then my tee-shirt, size Med., then my 501’s jeans, size 30 x 32-- boot cut. ----- I can’t wear woman’s jeans on Black Beauty--- Then I put on my HD boots, size 6 and ½, they are black with a leather strap that laces up the back that tie into a bow, then my gloves and last but not least my helmet!!  So WE don’t go VROOM, VROOM at stop lights for Polk County ladies!!  And to answer your question about getting kicked out of a 1% club --- No we don’t.  But we were given a “Support Your Local Bandidos” sticker at the Lone Star Rally in Galveston.  We are having a bit of a tiff over that. He wants to put it on Black Beauty before we go to Sturgis!!

R Robertson
To Ribeye, have you ever taken a moment to actually look at some of the pins and patches on the vests? If you did you would see that most involve participation in charity events, destinations, mileage achievements, personal beliefs, etc. both my husband are law abiding, hard working, tax paying Americans that ride motorcycles. I wear a vest, I have items that honor my parents who have passed on my vest. The 1%'s you speak of are called that for a reason, they only represent 1% of the thousands upon thousands who do operate motorcycles. As to loud pipes, yes they are loud for a reason so people in cars can hear us and be aware. Next time you are around a motorcycle rider say hello, start a conversation. In all probability you will be pleasantly surprised to find out we are good people with lots of things in common.

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james
livingston
@porkchop, BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Your so mean, but hilarious!

Ribeye
Livingston
Dear Black Beauty, I did not say Mr. PorkChop IS a moron, I said he writes LIKE a moron. Maybe he can take some of that disabled vet money and get some writing lessons...and perhaps buy you some reading lessons. 

 

PS: I hope you two fellas remember to wear your helmets when you put on your motorscooter riding costumes. Question: Do you wear the little vest with all the patches that make you look like an extra on Sons of Anarchy. Do you have those loud pipes that go VROOM VROOM when you pull up to a stop light and try to look tough for the Polk County ladies? Do you tell everyone that you got kicked out of a 1% club for being too mean and too tough? Just wondering...

Black Beauty - 1903 - 2003 HD
Lake Livingston
@Ribeye.  I have had the pleasure to meet Mr. Porkchop.  I will bet you $100.00 in cash you would not call him a “MORON” to his face!!  But you might take me up on that bet because----  He is after all just a ----------  DISABLED VET!!!!!

Ribeye
Livingston
Dear Porkchop, you must have fell off your motorscooter too many times without a helmet...because you write like a MORON.

Therese
Livingston
This is another example of how dangerous that spot is. I have to creep thru there on a regular basis because cars coming from 3278 assume all 1988 traffic is turning when it is not. I think if there had been a light there the car driver would have been a bit more aware of her placement. It was completely her fault but I think a light would have made her stop and turn properly. There have been so many accidents and near misses there. I wonder just how many there have been? Maybe if we had statistics for accidents at that spot they would put in a light. There have been several times, cars coming off of 3278 on a foggy morning fly right across and end up in the pasture. It is not well marked at all. At least a caution light and a sign stating cross traffic does not stop.  I was there at the store watching and Willie, You did a great job trying to direct traffic (snicker snicker) but I didnt see the M&M gals in the car.
Therese

 

Jennifer Petronilo
Livingston
Wow, what a story here. And BTW Willie, pat on the back for you. It's a great feeling and satisfation knowing we can help instead of standing around. Those officers dont want to admit sometime it such a hard job keeping it all contained. If just one of us step up and does something to make things safer so that there would not be another accident, its great. You do such a great job already with this site and the stories you put out there. Mixi and Molly couldn't ask for a better person in their lives. Keep up the great work. Sincerly Your avid reader.

 

james
"Porkchop", I think I speak for most when I say..."WHAT"??!! I didnt understand one bit of your comment, I dont know if you were trying to be funny, smart, or what. Learn to write people

porkchop
onalaska
My roadname: if yea don't like it ******** . Backs few years ago mid January. I lit up my bike for a cruise just to keep the battery hot . I live very close to stubby . As I pulled up there it was getting cold on my ears and hands . I pulled my hoodie up tied the strings put on my gloves . As I Was leaving turning not to 356 a young lady hit me head on she turned right in to me . My point here is this.Most all wreaks motercycle to auto are because the auto driver. Is not looking . If you ride a bike tthat what you do to stay safe. Head on a swivle . That time for me it made no difference . I Was lucky . The people riding 190 coming home from ark. In front of lakeside marina when a young man pulled out in front of then taking there lives . People when your in your cages keep your ***** cages off my brothers and sisters. My riding is over . And yes I was just over fifty . Some may think I'm scary . I'm a disabled veteran . Kmamf's

Don Brewer
Livingston
FYI they are called motorcycles not motorscooters.

Sparky
Livingston
I have noticed the sisters have been absent from several assignments. What's up ??

 

kjr b
Onalaska
I agree with the first comment. The penalties should be SEVERE for people who choose to drive without insurance. How irresponsible!!

Robin Juanout
West Livingston
Now that's what a real biker does. If he ain't dead, just give him a second to walk it off.

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
Some people in their 70's and 80's really need to be driven by someone rather than driving themselves. And for the "motorscooter" police, it is just another name for a motorcycle-no offense meant! Kind of like the various names for a soda, used in different areas of the USA!

TuSun Olde
Livingston
Obvious reason for people over sixty, including me, to be tested before handing out a new DL. If anyone driving without insurance has an accident, then their assets should be frozen upto the amount of required insurance. Once the bills are paid, then the lein would be released.

 

jorge ramos
livingston
rest in peace

Paula Dunn
Onalaska
That's a tiki torch burner

Angelica Herrera
Livingston
I don't understand why all the anger and defensiveness coming from this story. After looking back at other fire stories, this one is no different. There usually is a culprit (water heater, space heater, gas stove, etc...) I see not one accusation of arson, or anything remotely close to that. It's a story and that's what he reported. No blame was mentioned as far as a person. I'm sure it was an accident but there still was a point of origin. Keep on reporting "news" that's what it was. I wouldn't want ANYONE to go through that, prayers to the family.

Careless Whisper
Livingston
The only thing suspicious about this whole story is your careless response and demeanor. Don't patronize and deny what your article is suggesting because it's tasteless and tacky. I find it insulting and crass. To be honest, anyone could have been pulling items from the rubble and place it on the post, take pictures of it, and call it "suspicious". You can find thousands of items from a home hazardous. However, I get it, media has to have "juicy gossip" as much as a leech need a flesh to suck it's blood from. Everyone has their assumption about your article. You've made your point. What it all boils down to is that you have gone above and beyond slander. Why not try a little grace and mentioning that perhaps the victims are heavily affected by this loss? You misinterpret the intensity of anguish this family must be feeling because you don’t care. You only care about your story. Why don’t you go home and put yourself in their shoes and imagine your loved ones—all their hopes and dreams are nothing but mere ashes on the ground. How’s that for vivid?

Danielle Peters
Onalaska
I find that this story is so sad. Kenneth and his wife our dear friends of mine and when reading this story I found it hard to believe how you could suggest that this fire was not anything but an accident. One if the house was leveled burning everything in side then this bottle could mean nothing because had it been what started the fire it would have been burned as well with no white part of the wix. I find it hard to believe that after someone has lost there home yall could suggest such horrible things. My house once burned down and the fire department also suggested that it was started by someone in my home at the time I was only 15 years old and was a sleep in the house with my younger brother and for people to even suggest that my mother would have left us there and that someone in the family started the fire was both out raguest and insulting. So I understand why my dear friend feel. I hope that Polk County Today apologize to the Krieger family for suggesting something so out of this world after they had just lost their home.
Sincerely
Danielle Peters

 

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Why would you speculate about the suspicious can...what's the point? Can't you see the wick is white?

 

Lydia McDonald
Port Neches
I think that if you are going to say that some is suspicious looking and could have possibly been the cause of the fire A) you need to examine the bottle thoroughly. The wick is not burnt on the inside nor was the inside of the can so it was burnt on te outside from the fire not the cause of the fire. B) I believe that you are only a photographer and reporter not the fire Marshall or a forensic examiner neither of which the photographer is and I do not believe he is qualified to publish his opinions when the fire is still under investigation. Next time I think you should get all the facts before you publish people's business especially when te homeowner asks you to please not publish pictures. Way to show compassion for someone who just lost their home!!

Betty Carter
livingston
Yes Polk County lost a very good man.Thank's for all the prayer's.Thank you to DPS,PCSO,Reservation Willie Thank You for the Great coverage.My Family thank's you.

Jean O'Donnell
Excellent visuals of a life well spent. GOOD JOB. I especially liked the picture taken from the second floor, as they left the church. GOOD JOB.

 

 

 

Patricia Duke
Oakhurst
I went to school with this person. Shepherd I.S.D. He was a kind person in school. I do not see how someone could change so much and become to very evil. I had heard many stories over the years, it saddens my heart, I feel for his family. They are good people. I feel for his victims. My prayers go out to his family and all the people of the lives he has harmed with his actions.

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Ken B
Livingston
I hope that Mr. Quanell X and his supporters keep up with PCT. Perhaps they will one day realize that Polk County residents are fed up with career criminals and will not hesitate to assess the maximum punishments regardless of the defendant's ethnic origins.

georeg michael
dallas
Eric daniels is a name off of a tv show .. life unexpected.. he was from mineisota and was a school teacher who had an unaprpraite relationship with a 16 year old

Shena Bentley
Spring
He was with my cousin, wyndi cooper (hammer) when all of his mishaps took place. If you need any additional history of his crimes, let me know cus I know all of it. I keep in close contact with my cousin and was called every time he screwed up including when he wrote a letter with the girl he is accused of sexually assautly, that was a plan to murder my cousin and take her, their, baby. I've got more dirt on this man than a park playground! He is a very deceitful man and i have been around him plenty enough to tell you that. He's a compulsive liar, a thief, a forger, a psycho, an identity thief, as well as an attempted murderer! The "note" that he wrote which was a plan w that girl, to murder my cousin, suddenly went missing the night that they took him in, from the polk county sheriffs office in which the "said" girl in this cases mother is best friends with one of the police officers, i think the chief, on that case. It's all a big mess and I believe he deserves more than those few charges. He deserves to get charged with attempted murder or premeditated murder!

sabrina leleux
onalaska
Thats the funnyest crap ever!!! He deserves everything he got and more! All his kids and women he damaged i hope the immates make his life hell!

P.T. Barnum
Onalaska
Once in TDC, this guy is gonna' look like a rat in a piranha tank.

augustine fiscal
livingston
yellow streak for back bone. no mercy for this scumbag.

lynn priddy
Porter
I am one of the grandmothers and my daughter will be testifying against him today and he is one of the best actors I have ever seen, he really missed his calling. The man is so convencing and I am so thankful that our courts figured him out. I pray that he goes down for being so evil. Great report keep it up!

Linda Gordon
Houston
What about his past history.. 5 children,1 older that that little girl. He is a danger and a menace to all little girls. they need to lock him up and lose the key.. life +1

 

 

Why do you use "motoscooter" when you write about a motorcycle accident? I ride a motorcycle, I do not ride a motoscooter. Is it a attempt to be cute, because if it is, it's not working. If you do not know the difference, I would be happy to explain. Nuffsaid.

Babs
Onalaska
I wonder if he is the oldest male to ever be arrested in that County?

glenn bethune
onalaska
You're probably overworking those girls Willie!!

 

kjr b
Onalaska
Good job Officer Reyes!

sandy ivy
huntsville
I remember this story like yesterday. These poor people just went fishing to enjoy the day and some crazy person did this. Now they can at least have a proper funeral. May God be with this family.

John Marston
Livingston
I used to work with John Fisher Sr. He is a good man. I hope he finds peace in this.

 

Teresa Walker
Livingston
Thank you Mr Paul for your service and to all Vets out there. I am extremely grateful and appreciative for your service and all you have done so that we may have freedom of speech, well just freedom in general! When I see someone that I know is a Veteran I always shake their hand and say Thank you because I can only imagine where we would be without them!! THANK YOU TO ALL VETS PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE!!

Diane
I agree with you Paul. Those people need to volunteer somewhere like the VA hospital or even a nursing home pushing the residence around in their wheel chairs. Get a life people!

Paul
Livingston
It is so sad, that people sit here and complain about pictures of dogs, such sad little people. If you want to see a group of people that have everything to complain about and some that can'’t even complain, volunteer at the VA in Houston for a week. My brothers, sisters and I, answered the call to duty to allow you the "Freedom of speech"”. We suffer in silence with the things we saw, we did, and what happened to us, because most people do not want to know. We survive on the meager little pension the government allows us, unlike the people riding the system that get 2 to 3 times as much for problems such as being overweight, or just don'’t want to work.

Remember, “Freedom of speech” comes with a price that has been paid in blood, and we the defenders of that freedom are still paying. Go tell that 24 year old mother, missing limbs with a traumatic brain injury, unable hold her child, and does not even know her child, that you “HAVE” the freedom of speech. I know you won’t, it is too disturbing and uncomfortable, so enjoy your freedoms and don’t worry about the responsibilities of them, we already took care of that for you.

You are welcome.

 

Dl G
Livingston
This isn't bad parenting they new where there kids where and what they were doing unlike some parents the let there kids go off an do drugs and not care at least the father was there like some other parents could care less he is in no way a bad parent and kjrb giving them a gun come on now yes we get what your point is but in no way was he planing on them to wreck it was a accident they happen every day!! Don't judge other parents parenting until your parenting is just all perfect and dandy!!

jerry mullins
livingston
well first before everyone talks about parenting you really need to watch your kids because at least these three where around the parents having fun instead off not knowing what they where doing and peiple act like they have never had am accident before big whoop it happend there ok thats all that matters amd every single one of yall hide behind a fake name because yall know somewhere done the line someone knows yall and yall have either did the same thing or messed up worse

Roy Sanders
Livingston
Three on a four wheeler was a accident waiting to happen, where were their parents, they were lucky not to be hurt worse

anonymous girl
livingston
To Sparky
Im not sure where you live at in wiggins #1 but I know for a FACT that you have never seen 7 kids on THAT red mule because its mine so before you go throwing around accusations saying that thats the one you seen you might wanna have your facts straight because you have NEVER seen that many kids on THAT red mule but its ok because i can see how you might think that was the one you seen seeing that there's only hundreds of them like that in this town and what you should have said in your message is that you have seen a red mule like that coming by your house instead of saying it was that one because it infact WAS NOT THE ONE IN THAT PICTURE.

bp
livingston
sparky you dont have any idea who that red mule belongs to so lets get that straight it belongs to my dad and i can promise you i dont know where you live but you have not seen this one where you live and as far as seeing up to 7 kids on it you better get your eyes checked and before you start something you need to get your facts straight also.

Chandler Bing
Livingston
Dear Mr. Darwin, here are three more nominees for your award. The Polk County Redneck Factory Fun Factory is operating at full speed!  Reading about you dummies crashing 4-wheelers, falling off motorscooters, and driving into trees is the greatest entertainment a person could ask for.  Dear Editor: More dog pics please!

Sparky
Livingston
At times there are as many as 7 kids on the red club car 4 wheeler in the background in the last picture. I live up toward the front of the subdivision & they come that far regularly. The way they drive it is a wonder this or worse has not happened.

Kjr B
Onalaska
May as well give them loaded guns to shoot each other with. What are these parents thinking?!?!

Nrr
Ok before I start thank The Lord the kids are ok, but what were THREE kids doing on a 4 wheeler that is not designed for that many people doing? Where was the parental supervision? Please don't start with the "it's just good ole country living fun". They are kids for heavens sake. It's just a matter of time before someone's child dies on one of these, then the parent can sue because the manufacturer didn't post a warning that said dont allow a child to operate with three or four other children, because no one is expected to use their brain and actually think anymore.

Jessica kimberlin
Livingston
@ Donna Price... like my husband said " if don't like what's being posted then stay off of the website... these dogs are apart of the Livingston community

Sarah Moore
Livingston
HMM My husband and I have ridden over 250,000 miles on a motorcycle. We have ridden to every single state except for Alaska. We flew to Hawaii and rented a bike on the island of Maui because for obvious reasons we could ride there. The end of this month we are going to ride from here in Livingston to Alaska to complete our 50 states on a motorcycle. We don't trailer our bike and ride it there, we ride to the state. I don't know why people are hateful when it comes to motorcycles. Like Deek said, we would love it if we were SEEN. I don't know all the particulars of this wreck, but that doesn't mean that all bikers are careless or too old or whatever other reason you can concoct. My husband and I enjoy our time together on the bike. I am a passenger only and have seen so many wonderful places on the bike. Its the freedom, the wind in our face, and the beauty of nature. I am almost 61 and my husband is 63 and we are far from too old to ride. There is no age limit as long as you are able to follow the laws. We always wear our helmets, every single time, BUT I would never tell someone who doesn't that they should because that is their choice. We are so looking forward to our Alaska trip which is only about 3 weeks away now. You may think what you wish about me and our riding pleasures but I hate the stereotyping that all bikers are the same.

Jesse C
Livingston
Mrs. Sellers, I saw you at the Hospital the evening of your Husbands accident, I would like to speek with you again if you have time you can email me at sjhrnumbers@yahoo.com. I hope your husband is doing ok, and our prayers are with the family. Thank you

Charlotte Clark-Sellers
Livingston
Thanks Lorna and all the positive ppl here, and God Bless everyone who rides bc it's ppl like Kim who probably have hatred for herself bc ppl who ride do a lot for this community like toys for tots at Christmas and homeless as well but of course narrow minds wouldn't know this or care bc its their kind who run us over trying to make it to these charity runs or to work what have you, bc not paying attention and texting too much or maybe have had no other way to and from work? I pray narrow minds like Kims are more educated in reality before saying hateful things .. God Bless those as Jesus would say"they know no better?"I hope for her sake he's looking down bc that's not what The Lord wants at all in any town.My husband is a very educated man, an engineer btw..he just loves to ride and Gods bringing him back to his family and friends soon, ty to those who have Faith and prayers. ..Amen

Lornie R
Livingston
Kim F. I think you should know this man is a successful college educated hard working family man, not a flunky. You obviously are full of hatred and very bitter and we don't need your kind in our town.

charlotte Clark-Sellers
Livingston
To all you jerks u especially Kim F.u need one thrown your way bc that man is my husband, and he never has done anything to anyone but charity things and I ride too and I am n Gypsy Motorcycle Club.Lord Bless u bc karmas only a b!tch if u r

ricky taylor
livingston
Amen Deek. to you Woody, Woody's #1 friend and friend....why don't you put your real names on here. Then maybe we can talk, its easy to hide behind an nick name and talk trash. You see my real name posted. I ride a bike, I am over 50 and I wear a helmet. So what if he chose not to. It is his choice. So until you are man or woman enough to post your real name, find somewhere else to gripe. Motorscooter does not offend me. I kinda like that term..Thanks Willie for keeping us abreast of the news in Polk county. By the way my name not nickname is Ricky Taylor.

A Bikers Sister
Luvingston
Sharon, you are COMPLETELY right! Thank you for adding that!!! A plebeian is just a "commonor". People just like all of us!!!

Sharon
Livingston
@A Biker's sister. You are 100% right about Doctors, Lawyers, and many ladies and gentlemen with several degrees that travel by motorcycle. -- But you forgot to add-------
There is a lot of American Veterans that ride motorcycles that made and make sure she will always have the right to call people a plebeians!!!!! Buy the way------- What is a plebeians??????

LEON
lIVINGSTON
does this mean she has freedom of speech and it upset her that some people disagree with her and she kept reading things that bothered her that we should give up our right of free speech!i dont want to hurt anyones feelings but dont look if it bothers you and dont read post that offend you! was willies feelings hurt from her post. i found out the hard way i you stick out your neck it could get chopped of. i will probably be next so maybe they will forget yours! goodluck

Troy L.
Houston
@Angel -- then get off of this website and read your news from a newspaper. What gives you the right to dictate to Willie on what is appropriate on his website?

Deek Emmons
Livingston
The collective we ( idiots on motor bikes ) don't want you to feel sorry for us, we want you to see us; failing that perhaps loud ass mufflers will help make our presence known. If our choice of wearing protective gear ( leather jacket, chaps, gloves, helmets and boots ) gives the perception of looking tough that is a price we pay for pulling back into our driveway unscathed. There is no law against looking " all tough " but I believe throwing a broomstick in my spokes, which would be instantly reduced to kindling, would be considered a criminal act. Thank you for re-introducing me to a word I have not heard since high school ( plebeians ). If that is supposed to be an insult it missed it's mark by a country mile...

A Biker's sister
Livingston
Kim F, are you really that ignorant? There are Doctors, Lawyers, and many ladies and gentlemen with several degrees that travel by motorcycle. They are not flunkies nor trying to be cool. It's a matter of loving the freedom of felling the open wind around them! If you want to pick on pipes, pick on the kids or other people that have loud cars and stereo's around town! As for the age of being able to ride on their motorcycle, lets start saying that a person that shuffles their feet or is over a certain age cant drive a car or truck. How does that sound?? Come on people, he's a human being with family that could have been mediacally ill and didnt know about it. I would rather my tax dollars go towards his treatment rather than some "dead weight" riding the system!!!!

Angel
Livingston
So, since nobody has done it yet, I'm going to stand up and say that I agree with Tori. It is completely disrespectful to post pictures of dogs along with a news story about a serious accident or something along those lines. Willie trying to lighten the mood i can understand but its just not appropriate. If i got in a car crash and say my son was injured and under pictures of the crash there was a picture of a dog with 'even houdini lays her head' I would be very upset. When someone is badly injured it is a serious thing. It should not be lightened. There you have it, my opinion. I am against the disrespect dog pictures have on serious stories.

alison
livingston
Willis, I would like to ask people to lay off 'Victoria M' and her letter. While I do not agree with her opinion I do respect that she has a right to voice it - it's called Freedom of Speech and she is entitled to it. We might not agree with what she said but we need respect her right to voice it. I sent in a Letter to the Editor about her posting this letter and am apologizing publically to her. Miss Victoria M, I apologize for any hurt I have cause you.

Julie Walker
Livingston
I love the newest warning in your stories about there being dogs in the photos, in addition to the "blood visible" warning. Gotta cover all your bases, Willie :)

Kim F.
Livingston
I don't feel the least bit sorry for these idiots on motor bikes. They are obviously a bunch of flunkies who never amounted to anything and they are trying to look all tough. Well how tough are you once you have hit the guardrail doing 70 MPH? Not to cool now, are you?  Every time they cruise by with there loud ass mufflers going I just want to throw a broom stick in their spokes. That is noise pollution and we don't need their kind around our beautiful town of Livingston. Fix your mufflers, you plebeians.

Paul
Livingston
The Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary
When you're a biker, you're a part of a large community with its own specialized vocabulary. If you're new to motorcycling, it may be difficult to understand everything said. If you run across a biker term you do not know just remember to check the Total Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary and Glossary!
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/dictionary/motorcycle-dictionary-index.htm
Scoot - Slang term for a motorcycle.
Scooter - Motorcycle design where the tires are small and fat, the engine resides over the rear wheel permitting a sheltered driving platform for the riders feat. Slang term for a motorcycle.
Scooter Trash - Any Biker
Shooters on Scooters - motorcycle cop
Silverhair Hiway Patrol (SHip) - Bluehairs that attempt to enforce a maximum speed limit of 35mph no matter what the posted limit is. Generally followed by a small parade of vehicles, they often speed up upon encountering a passing zone.
Sled - Slang term for a motorcycle.

--Wow In onalaska
Ty Willie for warning me there may be dog photos, you know they are so vicious and all guarding your car, while you do us a public service, some people need to get a life and grow up if they can't stand the fact you post photos of your dogs... Really people if that is all you have to complain about then I feel sorry for you, why don't you take your efforts and out them to something useful, like helping others, food pantrys always need help there are many places in pco that could use help... Keep up good work willie

Ben Around
Livingston
Concerning your reply to Howdy Dudley with the link to youtube and the Montrose band, their rendition of Bad Motorscooter only reinforces my belief they do not know the difference between a motor scooter and a motorcycle either! The closest they come to motorcycle is the slide on an electric guitar imitating a motorcycle sound,(in their opinion), but what the heck, they are from California not Texas. I looked over the Texas DPS MOTORCYCLE Operators Manual and lo and behold near the back it tells that operators of MOTORCYCLES, mopeds, and motorscooters must be licenced,have inspections, insurance,etc...If the story had been about horses, they probably don't know what the hole in the horses head and the one under the tail is for either. Just my opion.... You might check with the American Legion cycle group or the CMA as to what they consider motor scooters. They should know. I believe in the UK the cycles are referred to as motor scooters, Here in the US and in TX we call anything over 250cc a MOTORCYCLE. Continue the reporting, I love the site, read it daily.

 

annette
Onalaska
people never cease to amaze. no complaints about dogs now since your disclaimer, but--about the usage of the word "motorscooter"! I am beginning to think, pretty soon your disclaimers might exceed the space for your columns! By the way, My parents and grandparents always called them "scooters" too! Old South country people! Just saying! lol

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Howdy Dudley
Livingston
Enjoy PCT very much, read daily. Question: Why do you call motorcycles motor scooters? Clearly a full size motorcycle.

 

Anonymous
@ Woody, Seriously now I donÂ’t ride a motorcycle, but I have friends that do. They are all over 50. Who are you to say that? This guy might have been ill and did not know it. You could be in a care and the same thing happen.

fred payton
livingston
dear willie, i appreciate your strength against the naysayers, and i'm all for the "sisters". but, don't you think we need a couple of felines to dress up the site? nah, just kidding.lol.

Woody's #1Fan
Goodrich
Excellent point Woody! I wonder how many of our tax dollars were spent to care for this guy who didn't have enough sense to wear a helmet? Let me be clear...he HAD a helmet...he just didn't have the sense to wear it.
Dear Editor...more DOGS please!

Scooter accident in Goodrich NRR
@Woody...Really? So everyone is basically over the hill and incapable of activities aft 50? Motorcycle riding has become one of the most popular activities for people coming into to pre and post retirement. Yes there are lots of folks (young and old) who don't wear proper safety gear like this guy did and your right they have no sense but please don't include thousands of older riders who are safe riders into that small section who don't. On another note I don't think Harley makes scooters pretty sure they produce motorcycles, I know Willie likes to jab at the readers with his constant scooter references. Love the dogs scooter references not so much but it won't stop me from viewing the site.

Woody
Goodrich
I'm so tired of seeing these old farts fall off their harley's around here. If you are over 50 you don't belong being on one of these bikes. You are too old. It don't make you sexy and the chicks know you are old. This guy that wiped out in the article didn't even have the sense in his older years to wear a helmet!

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Teresa
Livingston
LOL Willie... I almost fell out of my chair laughing lool. I LOVE YOUR NEW WARNING!!!

O'Donnell
LUV THE M&M sisters.

grinning citizen
livingston
Willie, I pray for this man's recovery. God must have been riding with him. And thanks for the disclaimer on the dogs, just in case someone got offended!

 

 

joseph Anonymous
livingston
Honestly i cann Sgt Gleen doing this because of the way he is always acting twoards girls. He treats them soo much better then he treats the guys. They get everything they want and the guys dont get ****! If you just look at his arrest pic he clearly looks like a child molester'''' willing or not he is a child molester and i honestly think this has happened several more times this is just his 1st time slipping up... Does anybody know who he was talking too?

Livingston High School Student
Livingston Texas
Yes sir! I totally agree with you. Parents dont usually care what us kids nowadays. The girl did agree to meet up with this man. I dont agree with her actions. She should have stopped what she was doing when she first met him. Livingston High School is crazy now a days. I know im just a teenager and most people wont listen to me because im "just a kid". But Livingston High School is really a joke.

Livingston High School Student
Livingston Texas
I am a female jrotc student here at livingston high school. I have him as a teacher and i have always suspected something of this man. Just the way he is always alone with these girls and the way he hugs talk to them. I would not be surprised of this wasnt the first time this man has done something like this. I do not feel confortable about him being a teacher at this high school anymore. If he will be able to (highly doubtful) come back to teach here i will be moving. I honestly think a bunch of students will. Parents would raise h*ll for him being here. THe district would be frown apon. My opinion is that he need to be locked up for the crimes he has commited.

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And he will pay for that, but the parents should have been aware of their child's actions. I know parenting is not easy but just remember, there has been A LOT of cases this year that shows bad parenting in Polk County. Moral of the story is don't let your child become a tragic story in Polk County Today.com

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Here's an idea, how about instead of ranting about the story on the internet, parents take this as a lesson. Since she MET him in a location, she agreed to this illegal action, which means there's a parent that didn't do there job correctly. Seeing how this is polk county (notorious for underage pregnancy and sexual conduct), anyone who is a parent needs to stop looking down on this man, for yes he did something bad

chasity
And btw your very right one of us may be story headline one day but I can guarantee you one thing sweetheart I won't be on here for touching a child! :)

chasity
Hmmmm I do believe I'm shaking in my ADULT Boots here. Honey you have your own opinion but before you tell someone to.shut up maybe you should shut yours as well we all are entitled to this thread so what he isn't my school teacher. Big whoop just cause he's yours don't mean hes a saint. Your the only one on here bad mouthing people so take your own advice. And if you noticed his own brother knows he did what he did and disapproves of it have you ever heard of HERE'S YOUR SIGN.

Will Reyes
Livingston
Michelle Waters ; you mam sound like an idiot.

michelle walters
livingston
this is a former and still and always will be until I graduate you people who are dissing MSG Glenn need to shut up if you don't know him you shouldn't be talking smack because what goes around comes around you could be the next story on the news so shut up.

Gregory Glenn
Lubbock
While I know how easy it is to judge befor all the facts are known, please try not to convict my brother in the press. I am in no way saying what he may have done is right, my opinion is far from that. Anyone who takes advantage should be held accountable for their actions. I also feel the need to extend apologies to all effected from myself and my family.

chasity
livingston
well there is a diffrence people in "raping the willing because if consentuial it means not rape '' The other diffrence is in her teens or not its still a KID'' even if she was willing shame on him any body that was raised right would know... whoo wait your a child this isnt right!! god for bid this wasnt your child or somebodys child you knew!! YOu can take up for this frikin perv all day long till your blew in your face but at the end of the day its still a shame on him he knew better wrong is wrong!!

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april jenkins
ace/charlotte
really you can not "rape te willing" let me say this the willing was a CHILD and he is a ADULT thats the wrong part he knows better. you want bad mouthing hes a child molsting sob i dont care who you are if you touch or sleep with someone that is underaGE LIKE HE DID then he should rot in prison. and yes i know him very well.

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NONE of it says "rape", and it CLEARLY states that the girl is a CHILD. Now, tell me where there's NOTHING wrong with that? I'm sure you'd want the same if it were your daughter..

MR. X
livingston tx
Haha

michelle walters
livingston tx
for as all I know there is nothing wrong with sargent glenn who ever is mad mouthing him needs to stop u cannot rape the willing

Jean O'Donnell
LOSER, PERVERT

 

Fred
Livingston
Seems there are too many people falling asleep at the wheel on that stretch of road by the new SPCA building. Must be the new 50mph speed limit there is so much slower than they're used to driving, that it makes them nod off?

Shawna Crew
Houston
ok, so I am done protecting my daughter... you are going to say and think what you will. So let it be. Hayley is a good person. I'm proud of her as a whole. But for the record. You folks have a great time trashing everyone... or just Hayley... it's whatever. We know who she is and what happen - so the hell with all the rest.

working man
Livingston
haha, no one is judging girl friend! even polkcountytoday catches PURE facts!! you hit two people!! what are the odds sure its a mistake! I make mistakes all the time... every day in fact! but none of them involve running people over! you can say you can pass a UA all you want im sure it aint true!

Smh for all you old folks that means shaking my head, of you're going to talk about someone spell there name right as you can see HAYLEY no i ok.. And thank you everyone who is on my side, if your not find Me on Facebook and talk to me about it.. Like i said once before I'm sorry but I'm not a pos. Hate all you want but God kept me alive for a reason I'm tired of the judging God thinks i should still be here cuz he had kept me alive. I'm going to do big things and fyi I'm not smoking weed i could pass a ua right now so for allof you who think you know me go on keep trying to convince them, and of you do know me stop arguing with these ignorant people who do the one thing God doesn't approve judging others this is the last post your going to see from me. Bless you all

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
You specifically asked for a response and said you were waiting, now you don't want it? You are the one who parented her, thus you are partly responsible for her choices and actions. If she is still living at home and continuing this type of irresponsible behavior you are contributing to it and defending it!

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Bill thank you for your caring.. Disgusted with polkcountytoday.com i use to go there and c the ppl whos ben hurt n such, what it really is the rest of polk county thinkin they r somethin nd talkin crap about everyone gettin hurt!! Umm hello who r u to judge anyone! Get off ur high horse because your not better than no one!

chelsea
"Working man" and who are you to judge if your from livingston you to use 'weed' o some sort of drug! Who are you to judge and point at people! She is a young adult , and has her whole life ahead of her! There are mistakes we ALL MAKE!! and I
Sure you have to "workin man"!!

working man
Livingston
I know you well, and you haley should get your life together, its one thing to mess up your own! but now your messing up other peoples

working man
Livingston
I've got to point out the odds, what in the heck! this is the only person I know who has ever ran someone over! and two people at that!!!!! Lay off the weed girl!!! stop playing the victim and own up! your a druggie!!

chelsea
livingston
People are so quickly to judge..this is polk county im sure you all have your up's and downs..so who are you to judge anyone.. polkcountytoday.com is worse than facebook for letting people talk about someone, not knowing who they even are and allowing it! This goes for all articles! It's a blessing she is even alive!

Bill Hicks
Livingston
Does this type of blind ignorance and judgement of another based on rumor and speculation make you people feel better about yourselves? Does it help you sleep at night? This girl more-than-likely stressed out because of this, and yet you ACTUALLY SEEK to increase her suffering? What is wrong with you people..seriously ask yourselves. What is so wrong within me that I actually wish more harm upon another person? There is enough suffering! By the looks of the accident the girl could have DIED! Yet you sit here, with no accountability, hiding behind a computer and HATE on another human being? Absolutely horrible, once again you should all feel ashamed.

Bill Hicks
Zion
Seriously..haha watch this. Let me get this straight. everyone of you in the great Polk County has the divine authority to judge another? Like your lives are some perfect example, that you feel the need to literally HATE on another human being for falling asleep at the wheel? You are all bickering over this poor young ladies CHARACTER? BASED ON SOMETHING YOU READ? She was obviously in a serious accident and is stressed out. She is young and makes mistakes, as we all do and will continue to do. Have any of you actually met this woman? She was in a serious accident and all you can do, with hateful ignorance, is seek to hurt her life and the lives of her family even more? BASED ON NOTHING MORE THAN A RUMOR?! Disgusting. If you are on the attacking side of this young woman you really should ask yourself just what type of person you have become and what YOU are doing with your life, quit being so worried about someone elses. This is truly disgusting and shows ugliness of the worst kind. What has happened to your humanity? You sit behind the mask of your computer and judge and hate someone whom you have never met, based on a rumor and previous ACCIDENT?

Maybe if you got up off your fat ***** to do something other than eat mcdonalds you would find some kind of happiness in your life..and won't feel the need to destroy others. Seriously, you should all be ashamed of yourselves. To the mother defending your daughter, do not argue with these types. They are the worst kind, they are ugly inside so they try to tear others down to their level. Absolutely horrible. They are literal trolls, do not feed them, for they will not listen..they only seek to bring you down to their level. Hayley, I pray for you and your family. May you find peace knowing that these ignorant fools are simply that. Ignorant, very very simple, and an absolutely perfect example of all that is wrong with the world today.

Shawna Crew
Houston
Copeland, it is easy for you to sit on your thrown and act as if your the perfect parent. You can sit in judgement for me and my parenting if you want... I will tell you this lady, I am Hayley's mother. I'm proud to be her mother. She has made mistakes and I pray she has learned from them. She may have not left a great impression on many people there in Polk county... Life goes on especially outside of that town. She is a wonderful addition to my life and to the rest of her family and friends. So, why don't you move your judge mental self to another story?

Shawna Crew
Houston
Ann, your right, Hayley has made a lot of bad choices. We are her parents not blind. The people on this forum talking bad about her are the same people. I know that one of you had a fight with Hayley, just recently caught her in parking lot at Walmart. Grow up and move on with your life and leave Hayley alone! For those of you who are still wanting some sort of punishment for her. She has 2 broken ribs, broken nose, several cuts, knots, bruises, concussion which is causing major dizzy spells, deep bone bruises! She lived through something that should have killed her. Nothing else matters. If the police say she gets more than her ticket than we as a family will deal with it! Please move on to something else... She is a kid, bad choices and all

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
Obviously her reputation precedes her and she continues to add to it! You are the one that "parented" her, if it can be applied to the results! There are a lot of "parents" out there producing the same irresponsible young adults! Maybe there should be a parenting class required for all HS students, because many are failing that role!

Ann
Livingston
Ms. Crew,
I do not believe anyone is making your daughter out to be a crazy monster, I know as parents sometimes we are blind to how our kids act, and portray themselves outside a parents presence. Maybe the two accidents, were just that, however, your child has a repetition of being rude, disrespectful, and conducts herself like she has had no raising. I personally caught her stealing, a few year's ago.  I just hope something: wakes her up before she is in the pen, if not dead.  Playing with fire will eventually get you burned.  She is a grown adult she will have to answer for her actions, and take responsibility for the choices she makes , you can defend her all day long, but apparently she has set an image that just doesn't give others a high opinion of her. This doesn't make her a bad person, she has just made some bad choices, she is the only one who can change this. Good luck, wishing her the best!

Shawna Crew
Houston
First I would like to say, she was not drunk nor had she even been drinking.  second I would like to say that some of you have no room to be passing judgement on someone else when you are not an angel yourself.  Copeland Marsh... Hayley wasn't crazy, she was headed to her grandparents was in her robe - she was crying so hard that her eyes were swollen shut. What you don't know is that we followed up with the guy when he was transported to Houston, Hayley and he have spoken several times and he has apoligized to her for jumping in front of her car.  I guess it is easy to pass judgement when you don't know what is going on. Why don't you try to mind your own business and stop talking crap about my daughter. And Justin, if you know Hayley - - what does that mean? she is 20 years old and she is not perfect, but she is not some horrible crazy person running around either. If you have a response I am waiting to hear from you guys. Oh and I love the dogs.. :)

Bubba Jakes
Livingston
Only moments before this vehicle was on Matthews St,left the roadway,and entered a residental yard and took out a mail box.
The vehicle fled the scene.

Justin
Livingston
I'll tell you one thing I do know, Hailey..... "know" has a "w" in it.... just sayin.

Corry M
Livingston
Hailey....Im not trying to be mean or hateful or anything of that nature, so please don`t take it that way...Noone wants you to die..nor does any one want to see you hurt anyone including your self...I`m going to give you some advice that I learned through driving 18 wheelers....reguardless of what size your vehicle is...if you fall asleep behind the wheel of a car...its as if you were drinking and driving...not at all am I accusing yo of drinking and driving...but falling asleep has the same affect as drinking and driving...you body gets limber and before you know it...your in a major accident....PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE if you are to tired to drive...PLEASE call someone to come get you...or stay where you are and sleep....45 minutes of uninterrupted sleep can make miles of difference....and if you can sleep sitting dormant in a chair...you might want to have a doctor check for apenas....Once again...im just looking out for yours and others best intrest...thanks for reading.

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
LOL! You're gonna need to close this thread down, those that love the dogs, myself included,;o) could go on forever!

TJ Moore
Livingston
Miss Victoria is Tori McLendon the pageant mom?? Oh, lord have mercy.  Can she not find something better to occupy her time than critiquing the dogs on this website? Although... She may be an expert on identifying dogs. It's funny how people get on a website and act all crazy. Keep up the good work, Willie!

hayley crew
Didn't hit the man on purpose he was chasing his dog across the street, and as far as this goes i fell asleep at the wheel, would you like me top be dead? Is that what the world has come to wishing evil things on people? You don't Kno my story you don't Kno anything other than what you read. This is an accident that could have been prevented if i just stayed home, but i didn't I'm sorry for all the ones i hurt in this acident I

Clement Daniels
Ltown
Can you do more stories about dogs and motorscooters?

Sarah Moore
Livingston
Willie, don't let the naysayers of the M&M Sisters keep you from posting them. I look forward to seeing them at the end of each story. Keep up the good work and please don't not post them because the MINORITY doesn't like it, because it seems to me after reading this thread that the MAJORITY enjoy the M&M Sisters. In our society minorities are getting their way over the majority. Its time we speak up. M&M Sisters, we love you!! Tell Willie you miss not being photographed.

disgusted FB friend
livingston
Well, Miss Victoria M aka Tori McLendon,, so what if this site is redneck or country, what do you care? Don't read it! I am a FB friend of yours who went back and read your FB post like someone in here said you posted and what you wrote in there is just what you wrote on this site. Why are you putting down redneck and calling saying this site is embarrassing? You are not forced to read it. In fact, since YOU WERE BORN AND RAISED HERE that might make you a bit redneck as well. So get off your high-horse or you might find yourself losing friends - you have already lost respect by your tacky words.

Beth Patak
Near Hillsboro
My friends Dogs would really bother this young lady!!! This 2 killers can spot a Micky Dee or Diary Queen sign for miles--- " chicken nuggets" and yes DQ ice cream--- how 2 little 3 pound "taco bell" mutts eat so much is beyond me!!! They go everywhere -- 42 states and counting on more

Teresa Walker
Don't let someone second guess youself Willie. You are doing a fine job and if someone does not like what you report then they are free to go and PAY for a paper!! I love the M&M sister and Houdini... Keep the pics coming!!!

A Roland
Onalaska
Ok I think I have figured it out, y'all. The doggie photos are markers. That way when Wicked Willie is scrolling through the photos for each story, he can tell where one story ends and the other begins by just looking for the pups.

Deek Emmons
Livingston
It may not apply in the Internet Age, but as the old newspaper saying goes " Never argue with anybody that buys their ink by the barrel.". Perhaps you should post a disclaimer that the following story shows pictures of dogs; if this offends you in any way please do NOT scroll down...

 

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Copeland Marsh
Hunstville
If Victoria M doesn't like the M&M Sisters SHE can go elsewhere for her news! This site may be a little bit country, but it's right on the money! And I haven't noticed any of the people in the stories writing in and whining about the dog pictures! AND if I wanted to see other dogs I wouldn't return to PCT's site-I want to see the Famous M&M Sisters and Houdini!!! :O) No more second guessing, the dogs are a great addition to the news!

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Betty Deville
Livingston
Willie don't let that nut case keep you from posing the M&M sister there are alot of us that love seeing them and Houndi.Keep up the good work.

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shane
onalaska
Thats whats wrong with the world today everybodys worried about what someone else is doing . I myself dont care for dogs but its not up to me to worry about it. poeple should be happy that there is a site where they can see the news.

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livingston resident
livingston
Willie,
I have an idea of who this girl is and if she does not like looking at the dog pictures then she does not have to look. In fact, she can stay off this site as far as I am concerned. Victoria M - stay on FB and quit bothering us with your absurdities. Lots of us like the dogs!

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Sparky
Livingston
Victoria, as has been stated before on this site; if you don't like the pictures of the dogs, then start your own site or don't click on this one. The dog pictures have been explained before & there are more people who want to see them than not. This a free site & Willie provides a great service to the area, so if he wants to show pictures of dogs on his site; so be it. Have a nice day.

alison
livingston
Mr Editor,
I know who wrote this letter but I will not give their name. This person used the same phrasology on Facebook recently and when I defended you she unfriended me - really mature if you cannot handle a difference of opinion. I simply told her that if she did not want to see the dogs don't scroll down. It is your site so you do what you feel is necessary but there are many of us who support you......

leon
livingston
i would rather see dogs pics than read about someone calling us redneck and or trailer trash even if we are. she could go buy a paper even red necks can afford to buy a paper. i didnt mention wreck just tried to get griper of you case.

Paul
Livingston
People it is called freedom of the press. My Grandfathers, my Father, and I served this great country so everybody could enjoy thier freedoms, even Willie and the sisters.  Willie do not second guess yourself, just keep up the outstanding job you are doing.

Benita Gabriel
Conroe
First thing Victoria learn how to spell. Second thing if you do not like the pictures of the Editor's dogs don't look at them, Why does it seem to bother you sooo much when all he the editor is doing is to lighten up a story sometimes. By the way which story were 3 children life-flighted?

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
Reputation precedes Haley Crew...she looks crazy in the photo taken when she ran into a 60 year old man in 2011! It will be interesting to see the toxicology reports! I'm missing the M & M Sisters on the last two stories!! Where's my Girls!!??

 

 

 

David Sanders
Corrigan
I'm sure that huge truck jumped out in front of Miss Crew also... Clearly she needs to put down whatever she does while driving and pay attention.

Sparky
Livingston
Thank God everyone involved is OK. Did you let the sisters off for the day or did they tell you "We've worked long enough without some time off?" Keep up the good work. I am sure it's tough without any help, but they need some time off once in a while.

Shawna Crew
Houston
Stephanie, Hayley did hit angry and it was not her fault... In fact the guy jumped out in front her car. As far as the wreck yesterday she is alive, thank God! Thank you for your concern!!!!!!

stephanie
livingston
I really am disturbed by innocent people getting hurt, i believe the girl that was at fault, also hit a man last year, and almost killed him, while he walked his dog.  Just last Tuesday she was at Walmart causing trouble. She is known for her disturbances. I hope everyone is okay, but Polk County needs to make an example out of her, especially if her toxicology report is dirty.

 

 

Andrea
Liv
First i wanna say good job liv. Police anyone who abuses or neglects a helpless animal that depends on them for safety, shelter and love should be in jail.   Second Betty C. What? Maybe you should activate the spell check on your computer or phone cause i couldnt understand a thing u said.

Betty C
Livingston
Wish the couty would are could since there is no lease law do something about cruelty to animal's in the couty.I there are people either shoot,posion are just down right haul them to another subdivison.If you kill someone else animalsyou should be charge are pay a big fine.But they will keep abuseing and killing animals because they are not right in the head talking about the people not animals

marie
Breaks my heart just reading about animal cruelty, but glad for the safety of the canin. Just like humans need some TLC so do canines or any animal at that!

tj k
Livingston 
I noticed on the homepage that the R.O.L.is accepting applications. I went through the program in 2009 , it was one of the best decisions i could have made for myself, my children, and my family. If you are interested or have questions about it please call or go by.
Thank you and God Bless

Kim
Pointblank
I would really love it if you could invent an app for my I phone, So I dont have to hunt you down for my daily dose of PCT.com

Astounded
Livingston
Willie, how about confirming that an accusation is actually true before you allow ANONYMOUS posters to make scandalous accusations and potentially libelous statements regarding individuals? Just because you allow people the ability to comment without giving their real name doesn't mean you should give them a free license to spread rumors which have no basis in fact. If they're not willing to give their real identity, that should be a real red flag to you that what they're claiming may be false or purely calculated to damage the reputation of another. Allowing people to express their opinion without identifying themselves is bad enough. But allowing someone to use your site to make a direct accusation or claim against another person without requiring the poster to actually identify himself or herself, or attempting to verify the accuracy of the accusation, is not very responsible. I'm disappointed.

 

 

Curious
Livingston
Willie, how about an update on the official misconduct story about the judges? I am sure bing an insider you have an update since the FBI has been at the courthouse interviewing and Houston news has been covering. Thank You

 

Brenda
Livingston
I am not to happy you haven't updated your site in all asspects. I have been waiting for the past week checking out the community page hoping you would post a birthday wish from me to my daughter. And you have not posted it. I even sent it to you twice hopes you would check your email and post it. Good luck to other folks as I am sure they will get theirs posted.

 

james
livingston
Terrance,
Stop being such an idiot!! That is all!

Gary
livingston
Jesus..... is that you???

Terrance Pinkerton
Livingston
I apologize Willie. You are right. It was the dogs that were laughing and making fun of him. I stand corrected.

Terrance Pinkerton
Livingston
What I find odd is how much you, the editor, go on about gun rights, and as soon as some dude, (that looks about as dangerous as the "StayPuff Marshmallow Man"), shows up with clubs and bats and swords and knives, you find it funny. Do we not have the God given right to protect ourselves? I'm curious to know what's on his record? I'd be willing to bet that he's probably an easy going guy who has been watching a lot of TV and he doesn't want to be another statistic. Sad thing is the rich can afford the safety class and gun toting license, but the poor have no legal course except to get thrown in jail for trying to protect themselves. So what if he just came back from a gun & knife show and picked up some good deals? Has anyone considered that? Come on people, he was driving SOBER! What gives? Hypocrites.

 

Mary
Goodrich
If a switchblade is a prohibited weapon, then why/how are they made and sold?

 

Leija Rocio
Cleveland
Amen annette. This site is nothing compared to houston sites or tv news.And to Ms. Price it's called reporting. If this site offends you, here's a solution, it's simple "DON'T LOOK AT POLK COUNTY TODAY". Oh hey don't watch any news.. Like you could do a better job on REPORTING A STORY!

annette
onalaska
In regards to ms. price's comments, where have you been, every newspaper column and radio station in this country, have been much more graphic than this site. asking bereaved parents at an accident how they feel about their child's death, 3 min after it happened, mangled bodies everywhere after a plane crash, my sis in law and her husband were told their child was taken to the hosp by DPS several years ago, the officers knew their son was dead, but didnt tell them until they got to the hosp and asked what er room was in, and the nurse asked another nurse, hey, wasnt that the kid they took to the morgue?! This is the reality and i dont feel that PCT is anywhere that unfeeling. Again, PCT does not include these animals in any fatalaccident,and most feel, it helps to lighten up these situations, it in no way diminishes the seriousiness of the story. respectfully.

susie green
liv
How is the man that was riding the motorcycle.. I pray he is ok

Donna Price
Dallas
I am disgusted that you would allow photos showing someone in such trauma in your newspaper when you include that person's name. It is one thing to report an accident but when you inflict more emotional traum to the family of the injured person when they are already dealing with enough stress, worries, and emotions from the accident, you are far from being compassionate. In fact, you are being immoral and unethical. Writing of the accident and showing the vehicles involved should allow your readers enough information to give them an idea of the severity of the accident. Showing pictures of an injured "mangled" person as you so put it is wrong and then adding dog pictures as if the severity of the injured and the accident is not important. Out of respect for Mr. O'Reilly and his family, I am asking that the video and the photos of Mr. O'Reilly be removed immediately.

Sharon
Livingston
Preston you are too,too funny!! Just think what would happen if the DPS would take away licenses of these older people and make them ride with someone else. Just think you would not be able to go to school because you would have to take your Mom or Dad everywhere they need and wanted to go. And you would not be able to keep a job for long. Then you would not have enough money to pay for your licenses or tags or gas because there would be less cars on the road and the price for all these things would go sky high!! And with fewer cars on the road the roads would have a lot more pot holes in them and your tires would not last any time. Then you would have to buy more tires. Where are you going to get the money to buy them because you donÂ’t have a job because you have to take your Mom or Dad everywhere they need and want to go because the DPS took away their licenses?  PLEASE WATCH OUT FOR ALL MOTERCYCLES!! Ours is a big black one that will have all three head lights on this Friday, Saturday and Sunday!!!!

leon
livingston
allstate ins. says most dangerous drivers are 16-24 and over 75.

Preston
Livingston
I agree with S.Smith about these elderly folks. They should not be allowed to drive cars, much less these dangerous motorscooters. If you read PCT on a regular basis it becomes clear that the majority of accidents seem to be caused by these old people. DPS should take away their licenses and make them ride with someone else. They are too dangerous and need to be stopped.

Sharon
Livingston
Let me be the first to say that I pray that the man from Huntsville that was In The Wind —makes a full recovery!!  I too love dogs!  In fact I once had a Molly---She was my first dog. I still miss her some 30 years later!!  I too love looking at pictures of M&M!!!  But I do find it a little off tract in some of the comments to talk about M&M and S.S. age before anything is said about the welfare of the man that was ---In The Wind!!  PLEASE WATCH OUT FOR ALL MOTERCYCLES!!  Ours is a big black one that will have all three head lights on day or night!!

S Smith
Livingston
Another fine example of why I believe once you reach the age to collect social security you should be required to take yearly driving test!

Jean  O'Donnell
luv the dog pictures, it adds a much needed human touch to thease horrible stories. <3

Jean O'Donnell
the last picture U took of Mixi and Molly is classic, because there is a reflection of U in it. COOL SHOT.

Ted Bilford
Livingston
@R Watt - Don't ask, Don't tell. As if you didn't already know that ;-)

R. Watt
Livingston
Felony criminal solicitation of a minor? What is that? The police arrested him at a park in Texas City. They say Glenn was intimately hugging a girl and is being held on a $25,000 bond. What kind of "intimate" hug costs $25K ? Livingston ISD is on spring break, but not Timmy. This Tim guy is the ROTC instructor at Livingston High. 48 years old. Truly sad. FUNNY, I thought all ROTC guys preferred high school boys.

Angelica Herrera
Livingston
Dear people who have a problem with dogs, this is not your website!! I've seen repeatedly letters about it and its just dumb. So just get over it, IT'S JUST DOGS! Also I really like it when a reader demands that something be taken off of here! You're funny! It's quite simple, you don't like it.... Don't visit :)

TJ
Livingston
More dog pictures. If you other people don't like to see the M&M sisters and Houdini---- get your news elsewhere. I only come on here to see the pics of the dogs and get news. The level of entitlement in society these days is alarming. You could be giving away $20 bills on this website and some whack a doo would come on here just to gripe that you weren't giving $50 bills. GET A LIFE PEOPLE.

Copeland Marsh
Huntsville
Don't you dare take the M & M Sisters and Houdini out of circulation! They are loved by many and we would certainly miss them!!

Would not like to say Would not like to say
Livingston
Yes, Yes it does. It is un called for. There is no point for you to post pictures on almost every story of the dogs. They are not a big deal. They do nothing but sit in the truck. I hear from alot of my friends that they would wish for you to stop with the pictures. So would you please stop with them. Thank you!!!!!

 

Kayla Johnson
Livingston
Who ever is 'would not like to say' i think is right. The pictures of the dogs are not needed. I do not understand why you must take them and post them on almost story. Would you please sir not them. Have a nice day!

Well great job closing down the thread on arsonist, sometimes it's like beating your head against a brick wall. Just a waste of time with all the racists remarks. Grow up people!!!!

Would not like to say. Would not like to say.
Livingston
The dog pictures are unnessary. Why must you take them. I want to read about intrusting things not dogs! Thank you!

 

cj
editor says he covered this story, all i heard is what was suppose to happen. then u hear nothing else, i think we have the rite to know if anything happen to the DA or Jones. u let someone in the public do something and they can't say enough

JAMES
Livingston
HAHA bet you feel like an idiot!! Stay in Houston Loser

Sparky
Livingston
That story was reported on Jan.23. This was well ahead of the great channel 2.

Outsider Looking In
Houston
What kind of site is this that calls itself a news outlet, when it those not report all the news in you county fairly. Your judge's story on channel 2 news is not reported, why? The DA and his Ex employee who now happens to be a Judge now herself named Jones, all played a part in dening many people the constitutional right to a fair trail. Now as an American citizen the is news that needs to be followed up, don't you think so mr. So called editor?

 

 

Janice Brown
Onalasha
Please accept my apology if you thought I was out of line.. I was simply trying to say we should pray for the young man nd quit playing politics ..I pray that your brother astounds the doctors and has a very speedy recovery !

Kayla Cook
Ok my turn to talk. For those who wanna comment about the president or whoever else feel free to not comment at all. Ray happens to be my brother and is pretty bad shape! So if you wanna pray for him and our family please do. But if your gonna be childish and post stupid crap then leave it alone. On another note.....Polk county today....my family is not to happy that you felt the need to snap pictures of my brother while he is half naked and being life flighted to the hospital. We also didn't find it funny that you posted a picture of "neighborhood dogs" who came out to see "excitement". Of course all you're worried about is getting a story and don't take the family's feelings into consideration. Gina thanks for your comment! And thank you to those who are praying, day 5 still in ICU, we still have a long way to go.

thanks
livingston
Thank you Gina, I wished the same,nor do I like to comment but glad you did. God bless this man (by his (Jesus) stipes Kenneth is healed)

Gina Barbe
Amarillo
I look at this site every day and have thought about making comments but I dont. However, I know this young man and his family and I cant believe that you people are more concerned about the Presidents that did or did not do something. Really people, get a life and a heart. This young man was in a very serious accident. Right now the young man and his family need prayers. Enough said. Just pray for thisfamily!!!!!!

Janice Brown
Onalaska
Instead of praying for this man we are going to pull the Obama card..It's George Bush's fault..when with this craziness stop?

Brandi Carlin
Livingston, TX
LOL@tim blum!!!
And just for the record I hope the guy is okay. I agree that something could have been wrong with the 4-wheeler too or him, he could've had a black out or something and lost control. Pray he's ok. Just made me mad that that guy said that about outlawing them. :)

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Jules
Livingston
Chandler Bing, Really?!?! Hope that was a joke!!

Brandi Carlin
Livingston
Outlawing them isn't necessary. People need to be more careful on them. Should we outlaw cars since there are so many people driving them irresponsibly? We have several 4-wheelers and no one has been hurt on them because we don't show off and don't act stupid on them!

tim blum
livingston
you the bushes clintons and obama should all be put in a sealed very small think tank for about a month...

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B D
Livingston
1St I am praying they are ok.2nd Not Bush's fault it is the driver are something was wrong with the 4 wheeler.

Chandler Bing
Livingston
This could have been avoided if George Bush would have pushed legislation outlawing 4-wheelers, except for police and forest rangers.

anita pinckard
livingston
My first thought when i seen this,,, was Thank You Jesus, he didnt kill anyone. I agree with Roy,, good job LPD. Regina, i know how you feel, i lost my husband last year to a DWI/DUI driver, i am glad you got some justice, should have been stiffer, but he got something its been over a year now, and justice has NOT prevaled yet, again Regina im sorry for your lose.

Roy Sanders
Livingston
Good job by Jason Thomas in stopping this guy before TRAGEDY struck This was a sudden death situation

Angelica Herrera
Livingston
Hmmmm, not sure Molly is ready to take on all that responsibility without Mixi. That was a pretty irresponsible and dangerous thing Mr. Hernandez did, not to mention.... JUST PLAIN STUPID!

 

regina
livingston
Back in 20-09 my aunt was killed by an illegal alien;she was hit head on by this man; she just got out of church she was a miniseter;all's he got was 6 yrs for her death. my question is how do they keep getting these vehicle's no lic; no ins.IT'S NOT FAIR that most people take the responsibility of waht needs too be done....