🌱 San Jacinto County probes alleged child assault tied to Livingston church
Livingston, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min readHello Livingston! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- San Jacinto County probes alleged child assault tied to Livingston church
- Can Livingston’s Lions keep rolling against Little Cypress-Mauriceville next week?
- How LSCO’s record enrollment could expand options in Livingston
Also on today's calendar: Free-Couples Dance Lessons and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 79, low: 69.
- Monday: Clouds and sunshine, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man in pastor training program accused of sexually assaulting teen (khou.com) — A 22-year-old man who served at a church in Livingston and trained at Grace Church in The Woodlands has been arrested and charged with sexual assault of a child, according to San Jacinto County authorities. The alleged assault occurred after an August youth event, and investigators believe there could be additional victims. Local families connected to the church are being urged to contact the sheriff’s office with any information. 
• Football Recap: Livingston Extends Winning Streak to Four (maxpreps.com) — Livingston’s Lions football team has pushed its winning streak to four games after a 21-14 payback victory over the Liberty Panthers. Now 4-1 on the season, the Lions next travel to face Little Cypress-Mauriceville at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Local fans can look ahead to how Livingston stacks up before Liberty gets its own shot at the Bears.
• Lamar State College Orange tops 8,000 students for first time, setting enrollment record for fall 2026 semester (12newsnow.com) — Lamar State College Orange has set a record this fall with more than 8,000 students, and part of that growth is coming through its Polk County Center in Livingston. Expanded dual-credit partnerships and statewide programs are drawing more local students into higher education pathways. Residents around Livingston may see more opportunities for nearby college classes and workforce training without commuting to Orange.
📸 Around Livingston
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Hardin-Jefferson Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Livingston →
Livingston High School, 400 FM 350, Livingston
6:30 pm
Tuesday October 6
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Other local events
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LJH Volleyball vs. Hamshire Fannett
Livingston Jr High
4:30 pm -
Free-Couples Dance Lessons →
Polk County VFW Post 8568, US Hwy 190 West, Livingston
8:00 am -
LHS Volleyball vs. Hardin Jefferson (Best Buddies)
Livingston High School
4:30 pm -
LHS Cross Country @ Anahuac
Livingston ISD Anahuac, TX -
Cross Country @ Anahuac (HS District Preview)
Big Sandy ISD Dallardsville, TX 77332 -
LHS F/JV Football vs. LCM
Lions Stadium
5:00 pm -
LHS Volleyball @ Liberty
Liberty High School
4:30 pm -
LHS Varsity Football @ LCM
LCM High School
7:30 pm
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Conservation Expo →
Polk County Commerce Center, 1017 US-59 Loop N, Livingston
9:00 am -
LJH Volleyball vs. Hamshire Fannett
Livingston Jr High
4:30 pm -
LHS Volleyball vs. Hardin Jefferson (Best Buddies)
Livingston High School
4:30 pm
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- House & Pet Sitter Needed!
I'm a pediatric Doctor and often away for work, so I'm looking for a dependable, trustworthy, and caring person who truly loves animals to house-sit… (Nextdoor Kickapoo Estate)
- Tia Juanita's Fish Camp posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Livingston. Apply here.
- Management & Training Corporation posted a job opening for Warden IAH in Livingston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Livingston here.
🗞 Nearby News
Cleveland
- James Albert Brandon (bluebonnetnews.com)
- Volleyball Recap: Grand Oaks Rolls to Its Sixth Straight Win (maxpreps.com)
Splendora
- SGA's new executive president Jazzy Compton is not your typical student leader (berkeleybeacon.com)
- Belinda Gail Shomo-Turner (kogt.com)
Ok Livingston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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