By Courtney Pannell-Smith From neighborhood parks to bustling city centers, splash pads are becoming a staple of summer recreation. These additions to recreational areas offer families safe, affordable ways to cool off while strengthening community ties. While surrounding areas like Whitehouse and Troup have already established pad sites, Arp is positioning itself to bring the […]
ARP, Texas — The city water project is underway. The first 450 feet of pipe is about to go in the ground according to the City social media page. Originally the City of Arp announced that it was beginning work on the long-awaited water project on Sept. 9, which marked a major step toward improving […]
Arp ISD Adopts New Math Curriculum By Courtney Pannel-Smith In a letter sent home to parents Wednesday October 8th, Arp ISD announced that the district will be adopting a new math curriculum this year called Bluebonnet. Bluebonnet is a statewide Open Educational Resource (OER) program that is approved by the Texas State Board of Education. […]
Arp Elementary School Honors A Honor Roll Students Arp Elementary School celebrated its A Honor Roll students on Friday with a special “Pizza with the Principal” event. The celebration recognized students who demonstrated exceptional effort, responsibility, and dedication in the classroom throughout the grading period. Download QR 🠋
Bullard Bluebonnet Festival Draws Crowds for Food, Music and Community Fun Staff Reports BULLARD — Maybe bluebonnets weren’t in full bloom this weekend in Bullard, but laughter, music and the smell of barbecue filled the air on October 4, 2025 as residents gathered for the town’s annual Bluebonnet Festival, a community tradition that continues to […]
Smith County is holding its Warrants Solution Program, offering those with arrest warrants for outstanding court fines a chance to pay them before being arrested. “Each year, we hold a warrant roundup to allow people to pay their outstanding court fines and fees to avoid being arrested,” Smith County Judicial Compliance Director Sheryl Keel said. […]
WHITEHOUSE, Texas — The Whitehouse Economic Development Corporation has named longtime city employee Susan Hargis as its new executive director. Hargis has served the city for 26 years in various roles, most recently as city secretary and planning and zoning director. She has worked with the EDC since its inception, providing administrative support and guidance. […]
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Troup ISD has announced that it will be hosting six community information meetings about the November 2025 bond. They hope to give more information and answer questions. The ETX Bell featured an article on the bond in the last printed edition. Download QR 🠋
TYLER, Texas — Two men were arrested early Wednesday after Smith County deputies responded to reports of a vehicle burglary in progress south of Tyler. Deputies were dispatched at 1:05 a.m. to the 11800 block of Bird Point Trail, where witnesses reported two suspects attempting to open vehicle doors in a driveway, according to the […]