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The following opinion article is not representative of the ETX Bell organization, it’s leadership, or it’s staff and has been sourced from outside the company. William Shakespeare coined the phrase “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark” which has become a euphemism of when you “feel” something is wrong, but you have no evidence.There […]
By Robin McPherson Gamble Monte’s is a family-oriented music hall located just down the road in Brownsboro, Texas. This establishment is the brainchild of Monte Bragg and his wife, Gaynell. Bragg said, “I built this place so families would have somewhere to go to have good, clean fun.” “There is no drinking, no fighting, and […]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Live, local music is easy to find in the ETX area and not just on weekends. So many talented musicians live and work around us. One such venue is just down the road in Frankston. Every Monday […]
By Robin McPherson Gamble Brownsboro hosts live, local, family-oriented music at Dot’s Place, a local restaurant. Dot’s has an open mic night every Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Pizza, burgers, and more draw people in and have the parking lot overflowing. There are always a variety of musicians and people who don’t play but […]
By Shawn Larson BULLARD, Texas – At first glance, Cherry on Top looks like a cheerful little ice cream shop on Main Street, pastel walls, the scent of freshly fried funnel cakes, and the steady hum of conversation. But step inside, and you’ll find more than just ice cream. You’ll find a family pouring their […]
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. […]
TYLER, Texas — Two men were arrested early Wednesday after Smith County deputies responded to reports of a vehicle burglary in progress south of Tyler. Deputies were dispatched at 1:05 a.m. to the 11800 block of Bird Point Trail, where witnesses reported two suspects attempting to open vehicle doors in a driveway, according to the […]
Texas Veterans’ Military Show Returns to Bullard, Honoring Heroes By Shawn Larson BULLARD, Texas — The Texas Veterans’ Military Show will return Saturday, Sept. 13, offering East Texans a chance to honor America’s heroes through a day filled with history, remembrance and celebration. The event, held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 655 S. […]
What to do if you can’t afford your pet Publishers Note: I recently read a post on social media of a user struggling to take care of their pets. The bell wanted to provide resources; however, we found that the article had already been written so we have reprinted the article in entirety. Humane World […]
By Shawn Larson TYLER, When Caleb Hensley steps into the classroom at Peete Elementary, his students know him as “Coach Hensley,” the physical education teacher with a whistle around his neck and a love for sports. But when he steps onto the water, tens of thousands know him simply as the man behind 903 Fishing. […]
