Stealing rocks is a crime, Kountze Police Chief warns

Kountze Police Chief James Slaughter says it would be monstrous to steal rocks. | Photo: Kountze Police Department This article was originally published in The Examiner on July 20, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer  Neighborhood hide-and-seek painted rock groups continue to blossom around Southeast Texas, but Kountze Police Chief James Slaughter warns rock hunters notContinueContinue reading “Stealing rocks is a crime, Kountze Police Chief warns”

Seeking something real: As Vidor Rocks brings entertainment to small community with painted rock hide-and-seek game, Beaumont group looks to play catchup

At a Beaumont Rocks painting party Jan. 23, Iris Smithey (not pictured) and Katherine Symons (left) bring together other moms with young children and encourage others to get involved. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton This article was originally published in The Examiner on Feb. 23, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer  Looking for an outdoor, child-friendly activity this spring?ContinueContinue reading “Seeking something real: As Vidor Rocks brings entertainment to small community with painted rock hide-and-seek game, Beaumont group looks to play catchup”