NEWS
Veteran law officer joins 97th DA as investigator
Chris Hamilton, a 16-year law enforcement veteran, has returned to his career of choice and to the job he “always aspired to attain,” as he becomes as investigator for the 97th Judicial District.
Paige Williams, district attorney, said her former investigator Chris Hughes resigned on Sept. 22 and Hamilton came on board less than a week later.
Hughes has moved to the sheriff’s office, where he also will work as investigator.Sheriff Paul Cunningham said Hughes will fill a new position that began with the fiscal year on Oct. 1.
Hamilton, a former county sheriff, reflects the investigator’s job was always something he aspired to attain and now he is excited to return to criminal justice. Read the full story in the mid-week news. Pictured – Chris Hamilton.
A BOIL WATER NOTICE remains in effect for City of Bowie, TX water customers along Highway 81 from Parker Road to Old Bowie Lake. Affected customers should use bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. Results of water testing should be available shortly after noon today. If the testing is good, the BOIL WATER NOTICE may be lifted shortly thereafter
A boil water order was implemented Monday afternoon for the area served at U.S. Highway 81 from Parker Drive to Old Bowie Lake as water line repairs were made. The order remains in place today. If you are affected by this order and need bottled water call 940-977-4941.
City of Bowie officials report Montague County, TX will be under an ELEVATED FIRE THREAT today. Please be careful. Hear Audio Alert:https://hrpow.us/H9U9gWU
A heat advisory also continues until 8 p.m. tonight. Remember to check on pets and older neighbors. Stay safe.
Photo of a previous grass fire, Bowie News file photo.
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