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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. […]
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 […]
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. […]
UPDATE: Missing Bullard Teen Abby Grace Morales Located Safe; Suspect in Custody SMITH COUNTY, Texas (July 30, 2025) — The Smith County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that Abby Grace Morales, the 15-year-old girl reported missing from the Bullard area on July 26, has been located and is safe. Abby is currently being reunited […]
This year, two large public rose plantings in Tyler have been observed with rose rosette disease. One was at Broadway and the Loop, and the other on Roseland Boulevard just off Broadway. Every infected rose must be removed and destroyed immediately to prevent the disease from spreading throughout our home landscapes and public gardens. Tyler […]
Nozomi Tomita flew all the way from Massachusetts Tuesday to adopt two deaf dogs from the Smith County Animal Shelter. “I’m finally here! It was a long flight,” Ms. Tomita, who is deaf, signed as she entered the shelter. “I am so glad I made it here today.” The puppies, Anjali and Amiya, are about […]
The God & the Great Outdoors Expo was held at The Oil Palace, located at 10408 State Hwy 64 Tyler, Tx, on July 11 – 13. The God & the Great Outdoors is a non – profit and one hundred percent volunteer – based Christ centered event which also aims to bring together […]
TROUP, Texas — What began as a simple call to sing has blossomed into a multifaceted ministry reaching women across East Texas and beyond. For over two decades, Shelly Wilson has walked out her faith through music, writing, and a range of creative outreach efforts now known collectively as Shelly Wilson Ministries. “I began in […]
TROUP — The Troup Chamber of Commerce hosted its first-ever After Hours Networking event, offering an evening of connection, conversation, and community building. The event took place on Tuesday, July 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Troup Hair Company, located at 118 West Duval. Attendees enjoyed light refreshments and the opportunity to foster meaningful […]
Am I Crazy for Starting a Newspaper in 2025? By Shawn Larson Let’s be honest—when people hear I’m launching a local newspaper in 2025, the most common response is somewhere between a raised eyebrow and a full-blown chuckle. “A newspaper? Now?” they say. “Isn’t print dead?” But here’s the thing: I get it. On the […]
