Astrodome, otherwise known as "The Eighth Wonder of the World," named No. 1 Eyesore in Houston

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

So if you've been reading The Advocate this week, you know I've been covering the punishment phase of the trial for Billy Joe Harris, aka The Twilight Rapist. Although I enjoy keeping the public informed, it has been mentally and ...

Reporter Notebook

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

Hi, So it's time for another sneak peek into my reporter notebook. Here are some of the stories I'm working on at the moment: Well, it's that time of year again. It's Hispanic Heritage Month!!! I'll be working on four ...

Cherokee Nation Kicks Blacks out of Tribe, Whites retain membership

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

If you are black, at some point in time, you’ve probably heard or even said the phrase, “I’ve got Indian in my family.” No, I’m not talking about Indians from India. I’m talking about Native Americans. Now, before you say ...

Eleventh-hour clemency plea denied; Troy Davis scheduled for execution on Wednesday

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After exhaustive pleas and campaigns to stop the execution of Georgia resident Troy Anthony Davis, the Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles denied an 11th-hour clemency plea Tuesday, clearing the way for Davis's execution on Wednesday. The much talked about ...

Looking for Hispanic Heritage Month story ideas

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

It's that time of year again, folks !! It's Hispanic Heritage month. Here at The Advocate, we're working on putting together some stories that will help to celebrate and highlight the Hispanic culture. The month lasts from September 15 to ...

Motorist receives ticket for flashing headlights to alert passing motorists of law enforcement speed trap

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

Flashing your headlights to warn approaching motorists of speed traps is something most courteous drivers have done at some point while behind the wheel. Before I even got my learner’s permit, I remember asking my parents why someone heading in ...

Law enforcement removes scanners from newsrooms... Violation of the public's right to know??

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

Now before Crossroads residents get themselves into a tizzy, I'm NOT talking about the Victoria County Sheriff's Office or the City of Victoria Police Department. In fact, I'm NOT even talking about The Crossroads-area. This story arose out of Jacksonville, ...

Looking for grandparents !!!!!!

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

Good morning Crossroads residents, I'm looking for sources. Are you a grandparent raising your grandchildren? If so, The Advocate wants to speak with you !!!! We are working on a story about the growing number of grandparents raising their grandchildren. ...

A list of places likely to have speed traps this Labor Day Weekend

By Gheni_Platenburg in Demographics & Dockets

It's that time of year again ---Labor Day Weekend. The weekend, which is the last big summer holiday of the year, means fun in the sun, barbecues, football games and the last time it is socially acceptable to wear white ...