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By James Draper A series of live tests on the calculations for White Oak’s inevitability-increasing water rates found no happy medium last week – a large portion of the community may see their water costs double on utility bills as early as November. “Thirty-one percent of the people are fixin’ to take a hit,” council

But appraisals may negate lower rateBy Jim Bardwell Two public hearings will be held Thursday by the Gladewater City Council – one regarding the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 and the other regarding the proposed tax rate for fiscal year 2024. The council is also expected to vote on both items Thursday after holding

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A 21-year-old man with special needs was struck by a vehicle on Hwy. 80 near Lake Devernia Tuesday morning. Critically-injured, the man was air-flighted to an area hospital for treatment. Details are limited as officers from the Texas Department of Public Safety continue to work the incident, assisted by Gladewater emergency personnel and others. According

 AUSTIN— It’s August, which means kids are back in school and the fall hunting and fishing seasons are quickly approaching. Before packing your favorite tackle and camo for trips, be sure to purchase an annual fishing and hunting license for 2023-24.Subscribe or log in to read the rest of this content.

By James Draper With eight structures slated for demolition, just one drew a property owner to the Gladewater City Council chambers at City Hall July 20, and he offered no reservations about the coming clear-out and clean-up of his family’s property. No, Joe Kruse said he understands the concerns about the deteriorating home, and his

“The burn ban goes into effect today.” Gladewater Fire Chief Mike Simmons was ready for the question first thing Monday morning – between runaway temperatures and too many dry days, the only thing he was waiting for was official word from the Gregg County officials on blanket restrictions. Gregg County and Gladewater join a slew