The Troup Police Department has welcomed its newest officer, Trey Womack, following his graduation from the Longview Police Academy. Womack, a 2009 graduate of Troup High School, returns to serve the community where he was raised. Department officials said his decision to begin his law enforcement career in his hometown reflects his dedication to protecting […]
The Whitehouse Area Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Domino’s Pizza as its newest member during a special event that brought together community leaders, first responders, and local business representatives. To celebrate the partnership, James, the operating partner of the Whitehouse Domino’s, invited members of the Whitehouse Chamber Board of Directors, the Whitehouse Economic Development Corporation […]
Whitehouse High School teacher Sharon Garner has been named the 2027 Region 7 Secondary Teacher of the Year, earning one of the highest honors for educators in East Texas. Garner was recognized alongside Emily Greer of Jackson Elementary in Chapel Hill ISD, who was selected as the Region 7 Elementary Teacher of the Year. The […]
The Frankston Middle School cheerleading squad returned home with an impressive collection of awards after attending the UCA Cheer Camp at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine. The team earned first place in the Sideline Routine, second place in the Cheer Routine, the Most Improved Award, a Spirit Stick, and Blue Ribbon ratings for both its […]
Arp ISD has announced the hiring of Melanie Rivers as its new Director of Academic Support and Grant Programs as the district continues preparing for the 2026-27 school year. Rivers joins Arp ISD after more than 20 years with Chapel Hill ISD, where she most recently served as Director of Academic Programs. In her new […]
Arp ISD is continuing to invest in its facilities and operations with the addition of five new vehicles purchased through bond funds approved by voters last November. The new additions include two school buses, two passenger vans, and one maintenance pickup truck, which will support the district’s transportation and maintenance departments. District officials said the […]
The Arp Garden Club has installed a U.S. Flag Retirement Disposal Box at the Veterans Memorial at the Four-Way, providing residents with a respectful way to retire worn or damaged American flags. Community members can place folded flags that are worn, torn, or tattered into the designated collection box. The Royal Rangers of Arp will […]
When families face the challenge of finding quality care for a loved one, the process can often feel overwhelming. Between hospital discharges, rehabilitation needs, and navigating Medicaid applications, many families are searching for a place that can provide both professional care and peace of mind. Bluebonnet Point Wellness in Bullard is working to meet those […]
By Robin Gamble The ETX Common Thread is a crochet/knitting group created by Ijeoma “EJ” Unegbu. She began this group in September 2023 as a way to build women up. Today, the group has grown to about 125 members. This is an East Texas group for anyone age 18 and above who knits or crochets. […]
The Smith County Local Emergency Planning Committee held its quarterly meeting on Friday, June 5. The Smith County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) recently held its quarterly meeting, bringing together emergency response agencies from across the East Texas region to discuss disaster preparedness and response efforts. Guest speaker Mike Jones, Director of the Hays County […]