Troup chamber of chambers holds ribbon cutting for Bates Wealth Strategies
Troup Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon cutting for Bates Wealth Strategies on June 25th, 2025Â Download QR đź ‹
Bullard Homes Shine During 72nd Annual Parade of Homes
Elizabeth Klaver/Staff Reports BULLARD — The Tyler Area Builders Association’s 72nd Annual Parade of  Homes™ wrapped up this past weekend, offering East Texans a firsthand look at 32 exceptional homes, including several standout properties located right here in Bullard. Held June 7 through June 15, the Parade of Homes™ brought thousands of visitors through neighborhoods […]
Rolling Back the Good Times: Rink Ratz Brings Skating Back to Troup
Staff Reports For Alicia Cleland, Rink Ratz isn’t just a business, it’s a passion project born from a deep love of roller skating and a desire to give local kids a safe, fun space to call their own. “In small towns like Troup, there’s just not a lot for kids to do,” Alicia says. “Growing […]
6U T-Ball Team Battles Back for District Gold
DIXIE ASSOCIATION SOFTBALL T-BALLARP – Two of many area East Texas Dixie Association from Troup teams participated in opening district play at various East Texas sites on Saturday.Losing one game but battling back through the losers bracket, in 6U T-Ball to take home the gold the hard way. The team members include:6U TBALL SOFTBALL ALL […]
8U Lady Tigers Go Undefeated, Headed to State in Longview
DIXIE ASSOCIATION SOFTBALL COACH PITCH ARP – The Coach Pitch Lady Tigers from Troup were untouchable as they walked through district undefeated and will move on to the state tournament in Longview. Team members include: 8U HOTSHOTS COACH PITCH SOFTBALL ALL STARS Ellis Allen; Charley Bates; Madison Childress-; Bentley Deese; Riley Dunkin; Caroline Gresham; Navyee […]
Chamber Ribbon Cutting at Troup City Hall
The Troup Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony for ETX BELL, welcoming the new hometown newspaper to the community. The event took place in front of Troup City Hall at 1:30 p.m., where local leaders, business owners, and residents gathered to celebrate. ETX BELL promises to bring fresh stories, vibrant voices, and a […]
Starbright Stampede Fundraiser Gears Up for Summer Adventure
By Joshua Larson WHITEHOUSE, Texas — Starbright Therapeutic Equestrian Center is launching a unique and exciting fundraiser this summer aimed at boosting operations, expanding services, and strengthening its impact on local veterans and individuals with disabilities. The inaugural “Starbright Stampede,” set to begin at the Whitehouse stadium parking lot, invites teams to decorate vehicles, complete […]
Smith County experiences low turnout in recent election
By Shawn LarsonETX Bell It has been said that in a news desert like the area that the Bell is beginning to serve accounts for a low election turnout, however what cannot be accounted for is the fact that the Tyler area that does have a newspaper, and other media outlets to help serve and […]
Troup Women’s Civic Organization civic end of year dinner
By Joshua LarsonETX Bell TROUP, Texas – The Troup Women’s Civic Organization (TWCO) held its end-of-year dinner in May, 20 / 2025, a diner-themed event where influential women of Troup gathered and event organizers dressed to fit the theme. During the event, the organization recognized Troup High School students Baylee Gibson and Emory Cover with […]
Whitehouse Named 25th Safest City in Texas by Safewise
Pictured are the Whitehouse Police Department who continue to provide services to help support a safe community in Whitehouse. WHITEHOUSE, Texas — The City of Whitehouse has reached its highest ranking yet on the 2025 Safewise Safest Cities in Texas report, moving up to No. 25 on the list. The recognition is noteworthy since there […]