Additionally, homeowners and renters in Anderson, Nacogdoches, Panola, Rusk, and Sabine counties are now eligible for FEMA assistance, according to officials.
Early estimates show it would cost at least $60 million for this project to become a reality. The federal government has awarded Quitman $6 million, but they need the state to match the funds.
Beryl has exited the area overnight, and while we could see some light rain in parts of the area this morning, skies will be clearing into this afternoon.
KLTVs Jamey Boyum talks with Longview Museum of Fine Arts Executive Director Tiffany Jehorek about their Summer Art Classes going on now at the museum.
Hundreds of volunteers are currently sheltering in Houston, waiting for the all clear to begin relief efforts the city deals with flooding and widespread power outages.
Volunteers from the Lufkin community are providing bottled water for anyone who needs it. It is a project called Water for My Soul. They plan to have water stations throughout the city.