Community Heartbeat TroupThe people behind the pulse of our community Community Heartbeat BullardThe people behind the pulse of our community TROUP, Texas — When Suzanne Loudamy was offered a part-time position with the Troup Community Development Corporation after retiring from the Tri County Leader, she wasn’t looking for the next chapter—she was simply answering the […]
Community Heartbeat BullardThe people behind the pulse of our community BULLARD, Texas , Few city leaders know Bullard as intimately as Pam Frederick. A lifelong public servant and longtime resident, Frederick officially stepped into the role of City Manager in November 2024, continuing a decades-long journey of serving the community she calls home. With a […]
Publishers Note: We look forward to doing a feature article soon on this important organization. WHITEHOUSE — For individuals facing mental, emotional, or physical challenges, a unique place of healing exists just off the beaten path in Whitehouse. Founded in January 2020, Starbrite Therapeutic Equestrian Center opened with a simple but powerful goal: to share […]
Community Heartbeat Whitehouse The people behind the pulse of our community WHITEHOUSE, Texas — For Mayor James Wansley, serving Whitehouse wasn’t part of a master plan — it was a calling that unfolded over time. A third-generation Whitehouse resident, Wansley grew up in the community, graduating from Whitehouse High School in 1993. After college and […]
TROUP, Texas — The Troup Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2025 Annual Business Expo and Awards Banquet Saturday night, spotlighting the spirit of community and business excellence that defines Troup. The evening began with a business expo featuring local vendors and organizations before transitioning into a formal dinner and awards ceremony. The program, emceed by […]
From left to right: Aaron Martinez, Parks and Facilities Director; Leslie Black, City Manager; Stephanie Nichols, Assistant to the City Manager; James Wansley, Mayor; Connie Shackleford, Shahan family; Nancy Shahan Coats, Shahan family; and Maurice Shackleford, Shahan family. Back: Matt Lazarine, City Council Place 5. WHITEHOUSE, Texas — In a move that feels less like […]
Bullard Police Chief Jeff Bragg awards Tabitha Mejia for being top of her class. Pictured second, recruits Isaiah McNair, Tabitha Mejia and Cody Rowan are shown with Mayor Shirley Coe (Middle). The Bullard Police Department has recently welcomed three new officers to the team. Public Information Officer Sergeant Judith Tuell recently sat down with Officers […]
Downtown Bullard was bustling with vendors and visitors enjoying a sunny Saturday afternoon during the annual Spring Fling on April 26, 2025. Highlights included petting and meeting llamas from Loving Llamas, face painting, a visit from Piper the rescue dog with SRGDRR, and plenty of shopping opportunities. The event was hosted by Event by Coffee […]
Congratulations to Allison Carr, winner of the $10,000 grand prize at the 2025 Whitehouse Chamber Reverse Raffle. The Chamber’s annual fundraiser was held Saturday, April 26, and featured live music, a wine and whiskey pull, side raffles to a packed house, and the main reverse raffle drawing, with dinner served at 5 p.m. Download QR […]
Troup Welcomes Hometown Market, a New Hub for Health and Community TROUP, Texas — Hometown Market, LLC at 501 W. Duval St., Suite 101, bringing a fresh focus on health, wellness, and artisan-made goods to the Troup community. Part of their enhanced product is a popup market in front of their store. The store offers […]