Arp ISD Bond
Arp ISD calls $9.9 million bond election for November ARP, Texas — The Arp ISD Board of Trustees has called a $9.9 million bond election for Nov. 4, 2025, seeking voter approval for projects aimed at improving safety, modernizing facilities and expanding student opportunities. The bond proposal is split into two propositions: Proposition A ($4.95 […]
Arp Honors Dallas Cowboy DeMarvion Overshown for Third Annual Backpack
Overshown gives Third Annual Backpack & School Supply Giveaway On August 9, the City of Arp came together to express its gratitude for Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, who returned to his hometown to host his 3rd Annual Backpack & School Supply Giveaway. Hometown pride was on full display as children from across the community […]
Arp Elementary Assistant Principal and Son Arrested
Staff Reports ARP, Texas (AP) — An assistant principal at Arp Elementary School and her adult son were arrested Tuesday, according to the Arp Police Department. Karla Florence, assistant principal at Arp ISD Elementary, was charged with failure to report, a Class A misdemeanor, and false report to a peace officer, a Class B misdemeanor. […]
Smith County Road 172 Closed
Smith County Road 172, south of Flint, will be closed at noon today, August 13, as part of the Texas Department of Transportation’s Old Jacksonville Highway widening project. TxDOT has informed Smith County that the road will be closed for three to four weeks. Message boards with detour information are placed around the area. […]
Project Daffodil
The annual Project Daffodil Bulb Sale in Tyler, TX, will be held from August 2 through Sept. 27. The annual Project Daffodil Bulb Sale is an online environment project hosted by Keep Tyler Beautiful in Tyler, TX. Since 2006, Project Daffodil has inspired Tyler residents to add daffodils, and more recently regional wildflowers, to […]
Healthspan Forum Meeting
A Heathspan Forum Meeting was held on August 7 at the Oak Crossing Event Center, located at 101 Glenda St, Whitehouse, TX. The Age Well: A Healthspan Forum Meeting was held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and welcomed those of all ages to attend. It was free to attend and opened to […]
Smith County Employee Sworn in as Treasurer
Longtime Smith County employee Atonia Rawlings was sworn in to serve as treasurer on Friday, August 1, 2025. Ms. Rawlings has worked for Smith County for 19 years and has been assistant treasurer since 2016. “I am honored for the opportunity to serve Smith County, and I am committed to making a positive impact […]
Smith County Launches Interactive Historical Atlas to Highlight Local Heritage
The Smith County Historical Atlas is a powerful new tool created by the Smith County GIS Department in partnership with the Smith County Historical Commission. This interactive, web-based application makes the county’s rich history more accessible, accurate and engaging than ever before. Smith County lacks a comprehensive inventory of its historic buildings, cemeteries and landmarks. […]