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By Elizabeth Klaver Jami Rogers, co – owner of Growing Grace Farms, shares her story of how their famous Willie Nelson Scarecrow came to be. Jami and John Rogers are the owners of Growing Grace Farms located in Whitehouse, TX. This farm of theirs features various animals, crops, produce, and flowers. As a way […]
Staff Reports TROUP, Texas – In a heartwarming twist on public service, the Troup Police Department turned into a wedding venue this week after receiving an unexpected, and romantic, request. The department shared that it was contacted last week by a local couple who asked, “Can someone get married at the Police Department?” Rather than […]
Cameron J. Jarvis Municipal Troup Library Announces Winners of Inaugural Photo Contest TROUP, TX — The Cameron J. Jarvis Municipal Troup Library recently hosted its first community photo contest, inviting photographers of all ages to capture the spirit of the 75789 area code. The contest featured three categories: child, adult, and senior, ensuring an opportunity […]
Gracie BroomfieldETX Bell Bullard, TX – May 3, 2025 — The spirit of community was alive and thriving at the second annual Panther Palooza, hosted by the Bullard Early Childhood and Bullard Primary School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). Held at Bullard High School, the event brought together families, local vendors, and businesses for a day full […]
The May 19th Troup City Council meeting marked a shift in local leadership as two newly elected council members were officially sworn in. Susan Adams in place 5 and Nolan Jeske in place 6. The meeting saw a notable increase in public attendance, with many community members showing up to support the incoming council members—a […]
By Gracie BroomfieldETX Bell The Troup Municipal Library has opened voting in its first-ever photo contest, inviting residents and non-residents alike to participate in voting and entering. Categories are: Child, Adult, and, Senior. Voting will remain open through Thursday, May 30, with winners announced the following day on Friday, May 31. The contest, which closed for entries […]
This week, the Whitehouse Police Department undertook the task of repainting the Safe Exchange Zone. This designated area offers the community a secure environment for conducting transactions, such as child custody exchanges and private property dealings, and is monitored by 24-hour video surveillance. The Whitehouse Safe Exchange Zone is located in front of the Whitehouse […]
The Whitehouse Splash Park will be kicking off their season on Saturday, May 24! The park will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the summer. Party reservations can be made by contacting the Rec at 903-202-7181. The City of Whitehouse is […]
Frankston, Texas – Those interested in running for Frankston City Council will be able to pick up election applications starting Wednesday, Jan. 15, and the deadline to file is Friday, Feb. 14. Applications will be available at the city offices, which are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office is […]
