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The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of an early morning fire that caused the total loss of Lakewood Church in Flint. Smith County Emergency Services District 2 officials responded to a call at 6:12 a.m. Monday, April 14, that the church, located in the 19700 block of Highway 155 South, in […]
TROUP, Texas (ETX Bell) — The Troup Women’s Civic Organization (TWCO) has announced the pre-sale launch of its community cookbook, a heartfelt collection of recipes shared by current and past members. The cookbook, a first for TWCO, features treasured dishes from some of the area’s best home cooks—including recipes passed down from beloved former members. […]
The annual Troup Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner will be held this year at Troup High School on Thursday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $20 each, $35/2. They are available for purchase at City Hall. If your business is a Chamber member, you receive two complimentary tickets. This will be an evening […]
WHITEHOUSE, Texas — A familiar landmark in Whitehouse may soon be getting a fresh look.The City Council is exploring options to replace the community sign that once stood at the intersection of Highway 110 and FM 346 before it was severely damaged in a 2024 storm. During the March 25 Council meeting, city staff were […]
WHITEHOUSE, Texas (ETX Bell) — The Whitehouse City Council has adopted a new Drainage Maintenance Policy aimed at improving how the city manages its drainage systems and preventing future flood risks. The updated policy, approved during a recent Council meeting, clearly outlines the responsibilities of both the City and private property owners when it comes […]
WHITEHOUSE, Texas — What started in a remodeled chicken house back in 1970 has grown into one of East Texas’s most trusted names in HVAC. Kelly A/C & Heating, Inc. was founded by Ralph Kelly and his son Gary as a small operation focused on repairing heating and air conditioning systems for folks in Whitehouse […]
TROUP, Texas – The Troup Rotary Club is bringing back its popular “Egg My Yard” event for the third year in a row, offering families a fun and easy way to celebrate Easter. Residents can order pre-filled Easter eggs to be hidden in their yard on the evening before Easter, April 19, with a special […]
On March 13, the City hosted its annual Employee Appreciation Banquet, a special event dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication of its employees. Individuals were honored for their contributions across various departments. Departmental Awards The banquet highlighted exceptional employees from each department, showcasing their commitment to excellence: Clerical Staff: Morgan Robertson, Permit Technician, […]
BULLARD, Texas — In a small East Texas that continues to see growth and prosperity, one family-owned restaurant is winning over locals with authentic flavors, personal service and prices that won’t break the bank. Aztec Burrito, at 475 E. Main St., has become a beloved community fixture by offering fresh, homemade Mexican food in a […]
The City of Whitehouse has partnered with CivicPlus®, a leading government technology company, to release a new tool to empower residents to report quality-of-life issues and request government services. The application called SeeClickFix is available for all residents to download on any iOS or Android device. You can also access the system from a desktop […]
