Yearly Archives: 2026
Area Schools Prepare for 2026 Graduation Ceremonies Several East Texas schools are preparing to celebrate the Class of 2026 with graduation ceremonies later this month. Arp Independent School District will hold graduation ceremonies Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Bullard Independent School District plans to hold graduation Friday, May 22, […]
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By Robin Gamble Bobby’s Coffee & Eats held its official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 11:00. The coffee shop is located at 501 W Duval Street, Ste 103. The hours of operation are 6:00 – 4:00 Monday through Friday and 7:00 – 2:00 on Saturdays. Bobby’s featured […]
TROUP — The Troup Chamber of Commerce recognized local leaders, educators, public servants and volunteers during its annual awards banquet on March 26 at Troup High School. The event brought together residents, business leaders and community members to celebrate contributions that continue to shape and strengthen the Troup area. Among the top honors, Beth Byrd […]
TYLER — A model train show will return to the Tyler area this summer for the first time in several years, bringing back an event that once drew a strong local following. The Tyler Area Train Show is scheduled for June 13-14 at the TASCA Event Center in Whitehouse. Organizers say the event marks the […]
Serenade Range in Whitehouse opened their spring concert season on Friday, March 13th, with a free concert by the local, talented band, René and the Strays. They are an East Texas band that plays a fusion of genres such as the blues, country, rock, and pop. They played a variety of Texas country/Americana style songs […]
Students in Mrs. Reynolds’ class at Frankston ISD recently celebrated a major accomplishment after completing the writing process and submitting their mystery stories to Studentreasures Publishing Company. Their work was officially published, making the students published authors. To commemorate the achievement, the class held a special VIP Day, which stood for “Very Important Published Authors.” […]
Bullard ISD’s theatre production of The Book of Everything earned first place at the district contest, securing the district championship for the program. Several students also received individual recognition for their performances and contributions to the production. Matthew Reese was named Outstanding Technician, while Shae Quesenberry received an Honorable Mention award. Ava Quesenberry and […]
The community is invited to the Troup Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner on Thursday, March 26, 6:30pm at Troup High School.This year’s celebration will offer a fajita spread from La Hacienda of Troup.Prior to the dinner, several businesses will show off their services and products during a Business Expo. Guests can take the opportunity […]
Frankston Independent School District (ISD) teachers Debbie House and Sheila Parrott recently received grant funding through the Texas Public Schools Initiative Program. Michael Johnston of the William Foster Masonic Lodge in Frankston presented the teachers with a $1,500 check in support of their classroom projects. Ms. Parrott received funding for her project titled “Math […]