Crosby County News (Ralls, Tex.), Vol. 125, No. 50, Ed. 1 Friday, December 21, 2012 Page: 3 of 34
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Friday, December 21, 2012
Crosby County News
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New Crosby Co. Sheriff Ethan Villanueva sworn in
On Saturday, December 15th the Crosby County Judge David Wigley swore in
the new Crosby County Sheriff, Ethan Villanueva at the Courthouse. Ethan was
elected in the November 6th election by the citizens of Crosby County. Sheriff
Villanueva was currently employed by the Crosby County Sheriff's office and
has been an deputy for 4 years.
Crosby Co. Sheriff Ethan Villanueva swears in Deputy Hoffman
On Saturday, December 15th the Crosby County Sheriff Ethan Villanueva swore
in Deputy Phil Hoffman at the Couthouse. Phil Hoffman was the interim Crosby
Co. Sheriff until the election held on November 6th, when Ethan Villanueva
was elected to the position.
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DPS Increases Holiday DWI Enforcement
AUSTIN - The Texas De-
partment of Public Safety
(DPS) will increase DWI pa-
trols from December 21 -
January 1, which includes both
the Christmas and New Year
holidays. DPS troopers will fo-
cus DWI patrols in high-risk
locations at times when alco-
hol-related crashes are most
frequent. The enhanced patrols
that target intoxicated drivers
are funded through a grant from
the Texas Department of
Transportation.
“Drinking and driving are
always a concern during holi-
days, and there is no doubt that
increased enforcement by DPS
and other law enforcement will
help save lives,” said DPS Di-
rector Steven McCraw. “But
the public must also do their part
to help make sure all travelers
on our roads have a safe and
happy holiday season. Plan
ahead. Designate a non-drink-
ing driver or find alternative
transportation if you plan to
drink, and never get in a car
with an intoxicated driver.”
During the Christmas/New
Year holiday enforcement ef-
fort last year, DPS troopers
made more than 1,100 DWI
arrests, and approximately 350
were the direct result of the
increased patrols. DPS en-
forcement also resulted in
more than 15,000 speeding ci-
tations, 2,000 seat belt/child
safety seat citations and 18,000
other citations. In addition,
troopers made 1,020 fugitive
arrests and 623 felony arrests
during routine patrol opera-
tions.
DPS offers the following
additional tips for safe travel
during the holidays:
Slow down - espe-
cially in bad weather, construc-
tion areas, heavy traffic and
unfamiliar areas.
Eliminate distractions,
and don’t text while driving.
Buckle up everyone in
the vehicle - it’s the law.
Don’t drive fatigued,
and allow plenty of time to
reach your destination.
Drive defensively, as
holiday travel may present ad-
ditional challenges.
Make sure your ve-
hicle is properly maintained
before your trip begins.
Slow down or move
over for tow tmcks and police,
fire andEMS vehicles stopped
on the side of the road with
emergency lights activated -
it’s the law.
ATTENTION:
The District Clerk will no longer be excepting
Passport Application after December 31st, 20121 will
be keeping forms available in my office.
Thanks
Shari Smith, Crosby County District Clerk
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Feaster graduated from McMurry University December 15th
Grant Feaster of Ralls, TX, has been awarded a BS degree in Multidisciplinary Studies
/ Social Studies 4-8 from McMurry University. Grant was one of 74 graduates receiv-
ing degrees during the Commencement in Radford Auditorium on Saturday, Dec. 15.
Grant is the son of Bobby and Amy Feaster of Ralls.
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