By Shawn LarsonETX Bell It has been said that in a news desert like the area that the Bell is beginning to serve accounts for a low election turnout, however what cannot be accounted for is the fact that the Tyler area that does have a newspaper, and other media outlets to help serve and […]
By Joshua LarsonETX Bell TROUP, Texas – The Troup Women’s Civic Organization (TWCO) held its end-of-year dinner in May, 20 / 2025, a diner-themed event where influential women of Troup gathered and event organizers dressed to fit the theme. During the event, the organization recognized Troup High School students Baylee Gibson and Emory Cover with […]
Pictured are the Whitehouse Police Department who continue to provide services to help support a safe community in Whitehouse. WHITEHOUSE, Texas — The City of Whitehouse has reached its highest ranking yet on the 2025 Safewise Safest Cities in Texas report, moving up to No. 25 on the list. The recognition is noteworthy since there […]
City Council of Bullard MeetsAt the May city council meeting on May 22, 2025, a large group of concerned citizens showed up to share concerns about the location of the new McDonald’s in Bullard. The only issue voted on was the concerns specific to the drive-through, which the vote moved through the Council. The Council […]
WHITEHOUSE – The inaugural Beckham Knox Hughes Softball Showcase and Camp, set for this June 28-29, at the Whitehouse Baseball/Softball complex. The event is in memory of Beckham and a scholarship will be awarded after an essay contest. Beckham tragically died after a hit-and-run car struck both him and his pregnant mother, Casi Hughes. Casi was life-flighted […]
Community Turns Out for Whitehouse Farmers Market, More Expected Saturday WHITEHOUSE, Texas – Those who didn’t attend the Whitehouse Farmers Market last Saturday missed a chance to enjoy fresh local goods and connect with neighbors in a family-friendly setting. The weekly market, held at 109 E. Main St., features a wide variety of items from […]
TROUP – Registration for the upcoming 2025 Troup Youth Association Cheer and Football League is now available online. Online registration is posted, ongoing and available at troupyouthassociation.sportngin.com. Registration runs through August 2. Cost to participate in Cheer is $175; Tackle football is $150; and Flag football is $100. CHEERCheer competition will begin on Nov. 15 in […]
Mickey Smith, 68, is a lifelong Tyler resident who recently joined ETX Bell after a five-year hiatus to focus on family and health. Smith has long been a familiar face in the East Texas sports scene. He previously served as a coach and coordinator for several area youth leagues and held two separate terms as […]
Mickey SmithETX Bell Sports TROUP, TEXAS – The Troup Athletics department and administration recently played host to their annual All Sports Banquet, held at the Troup High School Auditorium.After opening with a prayer by Carson Davenport and an introduction by Athletic Director Sam Wells, a special video of sports highlights from the year brought on […]
Family Lays Wreath for Fallen Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) today honored the legacy of DPS officers and non-commissioned employees who lost their lives in the line of duty at this year’s annual Peace Officers Memorial Service in Austin. Held at the DPS Fallen Officers Memorial, today’s service […]