A jury of 10 men and two women on Thursday found Donald Gower guilty of capital murder in his wife's July 4, 2007, shooting death. The jury deliberated for about 50 minutes before announcing it had reached a verdict.
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Defendant's interest in life insurance proceeds after wife's death becomes focal point of murder-for-hire case
By DAVID LOWE Staff Writer
At press time Thursday afternoon, 27th District Court Judge Joe Carroll was expected to issue a ruling in response to a defense motion on whether the capital murder charge against 40-year-old Donald Dean Gower should be reduced to murder. More...
In view of the breakup of a global identity theft ring and the arrest of its members, the National Crime Prevention Council is advising consumers to take extra precautions to protect their personal information. From data breaches to phishing scams, thieves are targeting consumers, and they need to be prepared. More...
Keystone Square Museum will be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day. The museum will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Regular hours resume Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and again Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. Contact the museum, at 303 S. Western, at 556- 2224. Special tours also may be arranged by telephone. More...
After a long offseason of training, the Lampasas High School varsity team kicks off its season tonight
The Badgers' 2007 season seemed to take an eternity. For 10 winless games last year, time virtually stood still for the coaches, players and fans of the Lampasas High School varsity football team. The offseason was equally drawn out, as the wheels of progression slowly turned within the program. More...