Anderson County Palestine crews are scheduled to perform edge repairs throughout the county. Expect lane closures with flaggers controlling traffic.Anderson County construction projects updates:US 175 Widening Project• Limits: From 0.4 miles SE of SH 155, SE to Cuney• Contractor: Big Creek Construction, LTD• Cost: $55.5 million• Anticipated Completion Date: Spring 2026Traffic is currently being switched […]
TxDOT working with law enforcement to encourage people to slow down July 16, 2025 AUSTIN – Whether it’s catching a fish or smoking a brisket, Texans know the importance of patience. So, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is reminding drivers to use that patience behind the wheel and drive like a Texan: Kind. Courteous. […]
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 […]
LONGVIEW, Texas (AP) — East Texas celebrated four outstanding educators Tuesday at Mobberly Baptist Church–Elevation, with two advancing as Region 7 Teachers of the Year and semifinalists for the 2026 Texas Teacher of the Year. Nominated by Bullard, Whitehouse and Troup school districts, the honorees included: Kati McKinney, theatre teacher at Bullard High School Casey Treat, […]
Bullard, TX – Bullard ISD has announced administrative changes for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. The changes include a new Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and principal positions at Bullard Middle School and Bullard Early Childhood and Primary Schools. Jodie Albritton, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Mrs. Albritton has been an educator for […]
The Bullard Police Department is seeking sponsors for its third annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser, an event aimed at raising funds for critical equipment, technology, and officer training to better serve the community. Scheduled for Monday, October 20, 2025, at Cherokee Ranch Golf Club in Jacksonville, this year’s tournament promises a day filled with fellowship, golf, […]
By Mickey Smith SCOTTSDALE. AZ. – Make no mistake about it. BC is not Before Christ, but BC really loves JC.BC is not working from a tour stage as a rapper, but he probably could…if he wanted to.BC is a former Bullard Panther outfielder and track sprinter, Ben Coke.BC on the baseball field is ‘The […]
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 […]
The fourth annual Bee Day in the Garden was held on June 21 at the Goodman – LeGrand Museum & Gardens, located at Goodman Park on 624 N Broadway Avenue, Tyler, TX. The fourth annual Beed Day in the Garden was held Saturday June 21 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This event was […]