By Mickey SmithETX BELL SPORTS First-year head coach, and former Bullard two-sport, all-state, Chad Sherman took the reins from Robert Ellis after four years, and compiling a 93-38 record. After four seasons as pitching coach at his alma mater UT-Tyler, and three years at Tyler Junior College pitching coach, there has been adjustments coming with […]
By Mickey SmithETX BELL SPORTS Year in and year out when it comes to high school baseball and softball playoffs, you can pretty much count on both Bullard teams are in the mix. 2025 is no different for either as both won their respective district titles. Both teams were down to last game possibilities with […]
On Sunday, May 18, motorcycle enthusiasts from all over East Texas will gather for the annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride in an effort to bring awareness to two of the most complex issues facing men around the globe: prostate cancer and mental health. Globally, on average, 1 man dies by suicide every minute of every day, […]
David Peters was honored during Commissioners Court on Tuesday, April 29, for his 10 years of service supervising the Smith County Juvenile Service’s vocational training program. Peters had extensive experience in commercial and residential construction before joining the Juvenile Services team. Smith County Juvenile Services Director Ross Worley said 10 years ago, they had grant […]
Smith County Sheriff’s Lt. Aimee Crockett was honored in Commissioners Court Tuesday for receiving the 2024 Making a Difference Award from the Texas Association of Counties. Lt. Crockett has been the training lieutenant over the Jail Training Division and has overseen the Field Training Officer Program since joining Smith County in January 2023. “I am […]
Smith County received the 2024 Safety Award from the Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool. This is a county-wide award and a significant achievement that reflects the collective efforts of all departments and offices across the county. Smith County has received this award for several years. Kenny Lemons, who is a retired sheriff and […]
Bullard, TX – On Monday, May 5, seniors from Bullard High School participated in the 6th annual Seniors Serving Seniors community outreach event. This initiative allows graduating seniors to connect with and give back to the Bullard community. Armed with shovels, rakes, gloves, mulch, and other tools, the class of 2025 boarded school buses and […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) proudly announces the graduation of two new K-9 teams and three certified K-9 Tech Trainers, bolstering DPS’ detection and tracking operations. These teams will serve as a critical resource in enhancing public safety, supporting narcotics detection, tracking operations and broader law enforcement efforts across Texas. “Our […]
Photo Caption: Mayor Shirley Coe, Jim Speier Christus EMS & Flight for Life, City Manager Pam Frederick, and Shawn Salter Christus EMS & Flight for Life.. The City of Bullard celebrated 74 years of the National Day of Prayer this morning at their 19th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast on May 1, 2025. The City stated […]
A new addition is coming to the pages of ETX Bell, and it’s not just ink—it’s innovation. Starting with the Founders Edition, readers will notice small black-and-white squares throughout the newspaper. These are QR codes—short for Quick Response—and while they may look like a tech gimmick, their purpose is anything but impersonal. They’re here to […]