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The Smith County Juvenile Services Department is donating a tiny home built by boys in its vocational program to a local ministry. Smith County Juvenile Services Director Ross Worley said they chose Calvary Commission, a nonprofit ministry in Lindale started by Dr. Joe Fauss almost 50 years ago. The ministry focuses on prison ministry, foreign […]
Timothy Hollis was appointed as the new Smith County auditor after serving five months as budget officer. The Smith County District Judges appoint the auditor. He was sworn in by 241st District Judge Debby Gunter on Wednesday, July 1. Hollis will serve as auditor and budget officer until another budget officer can be appointed by […]
The Smith County Local Emergency Planning Committee held its quarterly meeting on Friday, June 5. The Smith County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) recently held its quarterly meeting, bringing together emergency response agencies from across the East Texas region to discuss disaster preparedness and response efforts. Guest speaker Mike Jones, Director of the Hays County […]
Greg Grant (5-3-26) Each spring, East Texans look forward to one of the most enjoyable horticultural traditions in our region: the Smith County Master Gardener Home Garden Tour. This year’s tour, set for Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., promises a full day of beauty, creativity, and practical learning tucked inside five […]
Hold State of the County Luncheon Smith County Judge Neal Franklin gave the State of the County address to more than 540 people at its annual Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon. The annual luncheon is held in April during National County Government Month. The theme was “Pressing Forward.” Judge Franklin talked about important projects […]
Smith County Sheriff’s Detective Theresa Smith was honored in Commissioners Court Tuesday, April 28, for 20 years of service. She is currently assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division, Crimes against Person’s Unit. Sheriff Larry Smith called her a “truly dedicated, never-say-quit detective” who has trained many other detectives. She is an expert in cell phone […]
Several Smith County libraries will benefit from a total of $22,000 in grants awarded through the Tyler Library Foundation Fund, administered by the East Texas Communities Foundation. The annual grants support library programming, technology upgrades, educational initiatives, and expanded access to resources for residents throughout the county. Among the 2026 recipients, the Whitehouse Community Library […]
Smith County is holding its Warrants Solution Program, offering those with arrest warrants for outstanding court fines a chance to pay them before being arrested. “Each year, we hold a warrant roundup to allow people to pay their outstanding court fines and fees to avoid being arrested,” Smith County Judicial Compliance Director Sheryl Keel said. […]
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 […]
Five Smith County employees were honored during Commissioners Court on Tuesday, July 29, for their combined 95 years of service. Treasurer Kelli White was recognized for serving Smith County for 25 years. “We want to thank you for 25 years. That’s been a long haul,” County Judge Neal Franklin said. “It’s been a pleasure.” […]
