Smithville man arrested in multi-county narcotics bust: sheriff
A Smithville man is behind bars in Lee County after a multi-agency, multi-county investigation into a narcotics distribution network in Central Texas.
Where can my child get free meals this summer?
Central Texas school districts are offering free meals to help keep children fed this summer.
4 arrested for robbing ATM in Giddings, leading deputies on pursuit
Four people in Giddings have been arrested after being accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars from an ATM and leading multiple agencies on a car chase that crossed into another county.
Environmental cleanup underway after Giddings oil tanker fire
A fiery crash near Giddings hurt two people and also caused some environmental damage. The crash involved a truck that was hauling crude oil, and what didn't burn, spilled along the roadway.
2 critically injured in tanker fire near Giddings
Two people were critically injured after their SUV collided with a trailer carrying barrels of crude oil on US 290 near Giddings.
Where can my child get free meals this summer?
Central Texas school districts are offering free meals to help keep children fed this summer.
Former Austin ISD tutor facing new charges in Lee County: TJJD
A former Austin ISD tutor is now facing more charges in Lee County for alleged sexual contact with a child stemming from a Sept. 2022 incident.
$345M approved for pedestrian, bicycle projects across Texas
A historic $345 million was approved by the Texas Transportation Commission for pedestrian and bicycle projects across Texas.
List of Central Texas school districts' first day of school
Back to school is just around the corner, and Del Valle is the first district in the area to kick off classes, on Tuesday, August 9.
List of Texas school closings: Here are the school districts, universities closing Feb. 3-4
Local school districts, colleges and universities are closing Thursday, Feb. 3 due to winter weather coming to Texas. You can see if your student's school district in this article.
Two arrested in Giddings for burglaries in Fayette, Lee counties
Stolen property from burglaries in Fayette County and Lee County were found in the men's possession, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office said.
35 indicted on federal drug trafficking charges filed in Austin
The US Attorney's office says federal authorities arrested 21 individuals on April 8 and the other 14 were already in custody.
Giddings nativity scene offering Texas prize to visitors
This year they are offering a drive-through nativity scene as well as offering a chance to win something for those who visit.
Taylor takes on Giddings in first UIL volleyball matches of the season
Volleyball is always the first sport to kick off the UIL fall season.
TJJD staff member dies from complications related to COVID-19
Sean Wilson was a youth development coach at the Giddings State School and had worked for TTJD since 2014. Wilson had been diagnosed with COVID-19 on June 22 and passed away at his home on June 28.
More information released about incident in Giddings where multiple people were stabbed, one killed
There is no known motive for the attacks at this time.
Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting in Giddings after multiple stabbings
Officials say the Giddings Police Department responded to the stabbing incident just before 9 a.m.
Lee County schools close facilities to slow spread of COVID-19
In a joint press release, Lee County, City of Giddings, City of Lexington, Giddings ISD, Lexington ISD, Dime Box ISD, Immanuel Lutheran School, and St. Paul Serbin School announced the closures.
About 90 rescued wild horses and burros up for adoption in Giddings
Adopters receive criminal background checks to make sure there is no history of animal abuse and if an animal is adopted the family is given a $1,000 incentive.
Class Act: Giddings High School teacher makes her students "feel like family"
Saundra Morris is a ninth-grade English and Language Arts teacher at Giddings and her passion and commitment aren't lost on her students.