Local environmental group urges Jasper County to ban styrofoam and single-use plastic bags Keep Beaufort County Beautiful presented survey results showing large resident support for regulating food-service plastics and recommended banning styrofoam and plastic bags countywide with on-request utensils/ straws and an eight-month ramp-up plan with business transition support.

A bold move is on the horizon for Jasper County as locals rally behind a proposal to ban styrofoam containers and plastic bags, paving the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future!

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Votes at a glance: Jasper County Council approves airport engineering work, airport rezoning and sales-tax recommendations Council approved a $90,504.50 work authorization for airport engineering (100% FAA entitlement funds), approved a second-reading zoning change for airport property, and approved Transportation Sales Tax Advisory Committee recommendations including a $724,909 utility-relocation IGA with Hardeeville; multiple items were approved by voice vote.

Jasper County Council has made significant strides in airport development, approving a $90,504.50 engineering contract and a crucial zoning change to boost industrial growth.

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Jasper County Council approves rezoning and development agreement for Pine Level sand mine amid strong public opposition After extensive public comment objecting to a proposed 58-acre sand mine near Heritage Road and Pine Level Church Road, Jasper County Council approved a rezoning and associated development agreement that includes limits on hours, buffers and an escrow for road repairs; opponents and conservation groups warned of spot zoning and legal challenges.

Jasper County Council has approved a controversial sand mine development, despite intense community backlash over potential environmental risks and legal concerns.

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Planning commission forwards major zoning rewrite and approves two zoning map changes The commission voted to forward a revised U-Haul Overlay District ordinance (removing RP-10 and adding PDD standards) to county council while approving rezoning requests for an 8-acre residential minor subdivision and a Bella Mulch industrial site; the ordinance debate included public legal and environmental concerns.

Jasper County's Planning Commission is shaking things up with major zoning revisions and new standards that could redefine local development and environmental protections!

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Jasper County engineer details $470 million 1% sales-tax program, residents press for rural road fixes Engineering director Jim Iwaneky briefed the Jasper County Planning Commission on a voter-approved 1% sales tax program capped at $470 million — about $376 million for road projects and $94 million for greenbelt work — and outlined priority projects, timelines and limits; residents pressed staff on why rural gravel roads were not prioritized.

Jasper County is set to invest $470 million in new transportation and greenbelt projects, but residents are raising concerns about the neglect of rural roads in the process.

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Jasper County council advances rezoning and development agreement for Pine Level sand mine over strong public opposition After hours of public comment and technical presentations, the county approved the second reading of a development agreement and rezoning to allow a sand-mining operation on 264.53 acres (mining footprint ~58 acres) by a 4'1 vote; residents and environmental groups urged denial citing health, traffic and wetland concerns.

Jasper County Council has voted to advance a controversial sand-mining operation despite fierce opposition from residents and environmental advocates concerned about health risks and traffic chaos.

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Jasper County to send $94 million greenbelt ordinance to first reading, plans third‑party manager and quarterly applications Eric Larson told the committee the county will present a greenbelt ordinance for first reading next Monday; the draft establishes a Greenbelt Committee, a $94 million fund from the referendum, and calls for hiring a third‑party manager to run quarterly application rounds and oversee due diligence and compliance.

Jasper County is set to unveil a game-changing $94 million greenbelt ordinance, complete with a dedicated committee and third-party management to ensure impartiality in funding conservation efforts.

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Committee endorses logo, tagline and recommends IGA with Hardeeville to fund Palmetto Electric relocation The Jasper County transportation committee voted to recommend County Council approve a new seal and the tagline 'your penny, our roads, our green future,' and recommended an IGA with Hardeeville to fund a Palmetto Electric utility relocation tied to a planned signal at Argent and Shortcut Road.

Jasper County is paving the way for a greener future with a new tagline and partnership to enhance local infrastructure!

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Jasper County vs. Duval County | Counties Across Texas Spotlight Series — TEXAS FORWARD PARTY Contrast the deep pine forests of East Texas with the legendary brush country of the South and learn why Forward believes that the logger in Jasper County and the roughneck in Duval County both…

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Forward believes that the logger in Jasper and the roughneck in Freer deserve a fresh start. In #JasperCounty, the community is healing and growing. #OpenPrimaries would allow voters to move beyond old divisions and elect leaders who focus on economic opportunity and infrastructure. #RankedChoiceVoting would ensure that all voices in the community are heard and respected. In #DuvalCounty, the shadow of the past looms large. #RankedChoiceVoting empowers the community to break free from single-party dominance or machine politics, allowing voters to support candidates who prioritize transparency and local development. It offers a new path for South Texas democracy.

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Planning commission tables U Haul Overlay District zoning changes and schedules workshop after extensive questions Staff briefed the commission on proposed zoning text and map amendments that would create a U Haul Overlay District and remove the RP‑10 district from several articles; commissioners asked numerous questions and, after public comment and internal debate, voted to table the item and hold a one‑hour workshop before the next meeting for deeper review.

The planning commission has hit pause on the controversial U Haul Overlay District proposal after a flurry of questions and community concerns about preserving the area's rural character.

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Commission recommends resource‑extraction rezoning and development agreement for Okeetee Club mining expansion The commission recommended that county council approve rezoning of an 860‑acre blue‑line boundary (with proposed mining of about 353.9 acres) to resource extraction for Okeetee Club, and it urged a development agreement to stage segments, address traffic and reclamation, and allow planning commission review of certain future segments.

The Planning Commission has taken a bold step toward expanding mining operations at Okeetee Club, but concerns about traffic, environmental risks, and community impact linger.

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Former Baxter police chief charged with felonious misconduct, theft William Daggett, 48, faces charges of felonious conduct in office and first-degree theft in Jasper County, where he served as the police chief in Baxter.

Former Baxter police chief charged with felonious misconduct, theft

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Jasper County agrees to allocate $180,961 from Beaufort‑Jasper partnership to close water main loop for Northpointe development Council approved a resolution directing Community Partnership funds to an 8‑inch water main extension to close a loop and improve service for the Northpointe/Salt development; the county's $180,961 matches a Hardeeville pledge and complements grants and developer contributions.

Jasper County Council has approved a $180,961 investment to enhance water services for the Northpointe development, paving the way for a major infrastructure boost!

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Jasper County tables Hires sand‑mine development agreement after residents raise environmental, traffic and notice concerns Residents told the Jasper County Council they oppose Hires Pine Level LLC's proposed 264.53‑acre sand mine, citing dust, water and road‑safety risks and a petition of 350+ signatures. Council tabled the development agreement and scheduled a site visit and requests for traffic, environmental and heritage reviews.

Residents of Jasper County are raising alarm over a proposed sand mine, fearing it could threaten their health and safety—will the council take action?

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Jasper County approves $150M general‑obligation bond ordinance; adopts first reading of stormwater amendment Council gave third reading approval to a general-obligation bond ordinance (not to exceed $150 million) and unanimously approved first reading of an amendment to stormwater rules that conditions exemptions for commercial development in older major subdivisions on meeting post‑2011 requirements.

Jasper County has just approved a $150 million bond and new stormwater rules aimed at tackling drainage issues in older developments—big changes are coming!

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Jasper County reviews Jasper Telfair PDD concept; council presses for traffic safety proof Jasper County council members were introduced to the Jasper Telfair Plan Development District concept plan and a revised traffic impact study. Council members raised safety concerns about truck movements, turn-lane lengths and asked staff to return with the revised study and written documentation from reviewers.

Jasper County council grapples with safety concerns over the controversial Jasper Telfair Plan, as developers face mounting pressure for traffic-proofing solutions.

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Representative Culp Shares Insights and Regional Energy Developments in Jasper County Indiana State Representative Culp recently provided an update on his activities and observations in Jasper County, Indiana, highlighting the ongoing developments surrounding energy initiatives such as wind power projects and their potential benefits. He acknowledged the importance of strategic planning while stressing the need for a holistic approach that considers economic stability and climate change mitigation, emphasizing the vital role of community participation and open dialogue in navigating these complex issues.

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Mississippi Truck Overturn: Three Lab Monkeys Still At Large Three laboratory Rhesus monkeys are actively being sought in Mississippi, authorities confirmed, after correcting an earlier report that stated only one

Mississippi Truck Overturn: Three Lab Monkeys Still At Large

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Escaped 'Aggressive' Lab Monkey Terrorizes Mississippi After Truck Crash! HARD LENS MEDIA GOFUNDME https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-kit-daniel-fight-unfair-lawsuits?attribution_id=sl%3A91806cfd-95f9-4288-b22a-6131f5a59152&lang=en_US&v=amp14_t2 Like and Subscribe - See Links

Escaped 'Aggressive' Lab Monkey Terrorizes Mississippi After Truck Crash!

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BREAKING: Remington Boykin now facing new charges in Hardin County KFDM has learned a man facing charges including allegations he assaulted a woman and "recklessly injured" her three-month-old baby in Jasper County is now facin

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Police press new charges against Remington Boykin, who they already charged with assaulting a woman & harming her 3-month-old baby in Jasper County, Texas:

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Jasper County Sheriff Department addresses healthcare funding challenges at community meeting Sheriff's Office discusses healthcare funding and inmate care challenges at community meeting.

The Jasper Hospital District Board Meeting revealed alarming healthcare challenges for inmates, highlighting urgent financial needs and the impact on their well-being.

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Dog Apparently Beaten, Shot, and Left to Die Deserves Justice - Animal Petitions A dog was reportedly beaten with a blunt object and shot in the head, dying from the wounds. Two suspects face charges. Demand the maximum sentence for this alleged brutality.

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Sign Petition: He Shot His Dog in the Head After Beating It With a Pipe. Ban Him From Animal Ownership! Iowa authorities must keep this man away from pets by banning him from animal ownership for life. (3014 signatures on petition)

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Jasper County grants $40K homestead tax exemption for senior citizens Jasper County provides $40,000 tax exemption for seniors on homestead properties.

A groundbreaking bill in Jasper County could exempt seniors from property taxes on the first $40,000 of their homes—could this be the relief they’ve been waiting for?

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'I've never seen anything like it': Jasper County dog facing serious injuries after being rescued from park The doodle mix had several big, open wounds and was covered in maggots.

I've never seen anything like it': Jasper County dog facing serious injuries after being rescued from park
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Two shooting stars in this photo of the northern lights in rural Jasper County, Iowa 5/10/2024 -- Adam Wilson

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