GW Public Works gets projects in line for new fiscal year
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Almost there: After surmounting numerous challenges and unpleasant surprises tied to roadwork on Hendricks and Gay Avenue, the city’s project is nearly complete. Nearly, says Gladewater City Manager Charlie Smith. The ‘final’ walkthrough on Hendricks revealed a few more lingering tasks for the contractors’ to wrap up, he said. “We still haven’t done the final
Read MoreLocal company loves ‘Misery’ | Seasonal stage show debuts Friday
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Some fans prefer their “Misery” on the page, in the (in)famous prose of Stephen King. For others, it’s the celluloid treatment that hammers it home. Jackson Foltyn’s not about serving up derivative material, though. Instead, the local entertainer and entrepreneur’s angling to create an all-new generation of fright-fans when “Misery” opens on the stage of
Read MoreSuspects Arrested for Dog Fighting
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On Monday, September 9, 2024, at approximately 10:30 am, Smith County Animal Control responded to an animal cruelty call at 9444 C R 4136, in the northern portion of Smith County. Upon the arrival of Animal Control Officers, they observed many dogs at this location and visible evidence of animal cruelty. At this point,
Read MoreTexas A&M Forest Service offers watershed protection plan implementation grants
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service is offering $750,000 for watershed protection plan implementation for local governments, water utilities and non-governmental organizations that have an existing watershed protection plan. The watershed protection plan implementation grant will award up to 15 organizations with up to $50,000 each to implement watershed improvement plans for valuable Texas
Read MoreWhite Oak proposes lower tax rate with more revenues from appraisals
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Following another budget workshop Thursday, White Oak City Council members are moving closer to budget and tax rate approval for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year. On Aug. 15, the group took a unanimous record vote on a proposed tax rate of $0.64204 per $100 valuation, including $0.09424 for interest and seeking plus $0.5478 for maintenance and
Read MoreB.A.S.S. announces diverse 2025 Bassmaster Elite Series schedule with nine events in seven states
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — B.A.S.S. officials today announced the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Seriesschedule with a slate of nine events across seven states, delivering diverse bodies of water to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the trail. “There is no better way to celebrate 20 years of Elite competition than to roll out a schedule
Read MoreTexas Game Wardens See Decline in Fatalities, Rise in Boating Accidents Over Labor Day Weekend
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AUSTIN – Texas Game Wardens patrolling water bodies across the state reported a decline in water-related fatalities but noticed an increase in boating accidents compared to last year’s Labor Day holiday weekend. Wardens patrolling Aug. 31-Sept. 2 reported nine boating accidents — several of which involved personal watercrafts — one boating-related fatality and one open-water
Read MoreGregg County Fair celebrates Diamond Anniversary
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The 2024 Gregg County Fair will run Sept. 6-14 and will be celebrating its Diamond Anniversary. The Gregg County Fair, located at 1123 Jaycee Drive in Longview, began in 1949 as a venture started by the Jaycee chapter in the area. Since its inception, the fair has brought in vendors, families, and anyone interested in
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