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Longview News-Journal · Longview, TX
Nearby: Longview, TXLongview’s Salvation Army will expand its services and upgrade its facilities with the help of a federal grant. The $916,313 grant will be funneled through the city of Longview, with the city’s Community Development Office connecting the organization with the grant opportunity. Local Salvation Army Capt. Tamara Robb said her organization had been seeking a grant that would help provide rental assistance for struggling families and individuals. She said she and Dietrich Johnson, the city’s Community Services director, are in Rotary Club together, and he told her about an opportunity for “something better.” “He knew I had a vision for duplexes or sixplexes on the hill,” she said, referring to property across the street from the main Salvation Army office and shelter on East Cotton Street. The organization’s church and former thrift store are across the street from the main building.
Longview News-Journal · Longview, TX
Nearby: Longview, TXVeterans were honored Wednesday at two Longview senior living facilities. At Buckner Westminster Place, about 45 veterans – including 15 who served during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War – took part in a special program. The program included the presentation of an American flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol And a ceremony at Hawkins Creek Assisted Living included a flag presentation, choir performance and more.
Gladewater Mirror · Gladewater, TX
Nearby: Gladewater, TXThe better part of a year has passed since the City of Gladewater was notified of $1.5 million in FEMA funds incoming for the Lake Gladewater Dam. For months, those dollars were tied up in partisan fights in Washington, D.C. Gladewater officials and partners kept working on the local details, though, waiting for a green Read the full article
Gladewater Mirror · Gladewater, TX
Nearby: Gladewater, TXThere’s something for everybody – and more besides – in Gladewater Nov. 14. Saturday starts with the Rotary/Lions Turkey Shoot at 8 a.m. It’s $10 for eight shots to win a frozen turkey, continuing through 2 p.m. outside Gladewater Municipal Airport. There’s a simultaneous bake sale at the same spot courtesy of the woman of Read the full article
Gladewater Mirror · Gladewater, TX
Nearby: Gladewater, TXGladewater Calls for Service November 1–8, 2026 The table for each day includes calls listed in the report. Times use the 24-hour format. Agency key PD = Gladewater Police Department FD = Gladewater Fire Department CWC–Fire = CWC – FIRE as listed in the report — = No agency listed November 1, 2026 Time Agency Read the full article
Gladewater Mirror · Gladewater, TX
Nearby: Gladewater, TXGladewater City Council members spent the better part of an hour behind closed doors last week during a one-issue special meeting focused on the now-vacant position of City Treasurer & HR Director. Adjourning to ‘Executive Session’ at 6:01 p.m. the elected officials returned at 6:55 p.m. and wrapped up within a minute: they unanimously accepted Read the full article
Gladewater Mirror · Gladewater, TX
Nearby: Gladewater, TXThe City of Gladewater is getting retroactive credit from TCEQ following construction of a $400,000 chemical treatment building at the Water Treatment Plant. Part of an approved Supplementary Environmental Project, it covers a $24,500 net penalty the municipality received for various violations from 2023 and early ’24. The project is still underway. Construction on the Read the full article
The Henderson News · Henderson, TX
Nearby: Henderson, TXRunners and walkers can lace up their shoes and tie on a pair of jingle bells Friday, Dec. 18, when the Henderson Kiwanis Club hosts its inaugural Jingle Bell Glow Fun Run in downtown Henderson. The event, presented by Texas Farm Bureau, is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Campfire Coffee Co., 100 E. Main St. Participants can choose a 5K fun run or a one-mile run or walk. The club is inviting families, casual walkers and experienced runners to take part. Organizers will provide glow accessories and small bells to attach to participants’ shoes. Santa hats, festive outfits and wearable Christmas lights are welcome. Proceeds will support Little One’s Literacy, a Henderson Kiwanis program that helps provide free books to local children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Online registration closes at 6 p.m. Dec. 18. Participants can sign up and find entry fees and start times for each distance at https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Henderson/JingleBellGlowFunRun.
Longview News-Journal · Beckville, TX
Nearby: Beckville, TXBeckville senior volleyball standout Carli Tuttle has been named the statewide Class 2A Greater Ford Female Athlete of the Week for the month of October. Tuttle, one of the most complete six-rotation players in East Texas, contributed to Beckville’s 34-10 season as a setter, attacker, blocker, defender and server during a 2026 season that saw her set a trio of career milestones. She finished the regular season with 194 kills, 54 blocks, 760 digs and 435 assists while serving at a 94% rate. Along the way, she surpassed 2,000 assists, 1,000 digs and 500 kills for her Ladycat career. Her October production has underscored that versatility. Tuttle delivered 22 assists, eight kills and five digs against Arp, then added 16 assists, 10 digs, five kills and four aces against Elysian Fields. Earlier in the season she also posted 25 assists and 21 digs in a win over Class 5A Marshall and contributed 14 assists, nine kills, six digs and two aces in a victory over Overton.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Bullard, TX
Nearby: Bullard, TXBULLARD — After a complete renovation and a 1,600-square-foot expansion, the Bullard Community Library has a fresh look, more room for visitors and renewed space for the community to gather. The library marked the completion of the $750,000 project Tuesday morning with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Bullard Chamber of Commerce. Although the building has been open to the public since Sept. 22, the ceremony offered an opportunity to celebrate the transformation. “Everything is new in this building,” said library director Carol Olson. “Except for the books.” The renovation touched nearly every part of the building, including its wiring, lighting, shelving, furniture and paint. The expansion added 1,600 square feet to the back of the library, including a 900-square-foot community room named in honor of longtime board member Martha Dinwiddie, who has been involved with the library for 27 years. “It was very special,” she said of being the namesake of the community room.
The Panola Watchman · Carthage, TX
Nearby: Carthage, TXCain Hardware & Lumber to Celebrate New Design Center Cain Hardware & Lumber, a longtime Carthage establishment, will celebrate its new management, New Design Center Open House and Carthage Chamber of Commerce membership with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11. The public is invited to visit the new design center, enter prize drawings and giveaways, and enjoy local vendors onsite. The event will be held at 224 S. Shelby St. in Carthage. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, visit facebook.com/PCCOCTX. Panola College hosts free Veterans Day Lunch Box Lecture Panola College will host a free Veterans Day Lunch Box Lecture featuring Dr. Laura Tohe, daughter of an original Navajo Code Talker, at 11:30 am. Wednesday, Nov. 11, in the Frances B. Ross Ballroom at the Charles C. Matthews Foundation Student Center. Tohe will share the history and contributions of the Navajo Code Talkers during World War II. Lunch will be provided to the first 100 attendees.
The Panola Watchman · Carthage, TX
Nearby: Carthage, TXFrom finding the perfect gift in Carthage to picking up holiday treats, preparing the house for company or ordering food for a family gathering, Panola County residents have plenty of reasons to look close to home this holiday season. As shoppers begin making their holiday lists, local businesses are ready to help meet those needs. From hardware stores such as Cain Hardware & Lumber and Ace Hardware of East Texas to clothing retailers such as Southern Co.
