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Gladewater city officials have announced the following: We know this is a very difficult time for all of our citizens. We are doing our best to resolve water service issues across the community. In an effort to accomplish this, we will be taking a necessary measure to make progress. The system pressure will now fall

Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) is ready to begin damage assessment and power restoration as today’s winter storm brings freezing rain, ice, sleet and snow to the Ark-La-Tex. SWEPCO anticipates significant damage to the electric system and the potential for extended power outages. Approximately 2,700 utility line, tree and support personnel from 15 states and

City of Gladewater has implemented a stage 3 water restriction. This is due to water usage increase. The water plant is unable to keep up with current demand on the system. This may be due to some leakage around the city or at service locations. We believe that the freezing temperatures may have cracked some

Officials would like share tips to stay protected against the threats of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. CO poisoning incidents become more frequent when the power is out, and it is imperative that people understand the dangers CO poses when they turn to alternative power sources such as generators. Never use generators indoors. In the case

TYLER – I-20 is closed both directions from US 69 to FM 14 in Smith County with multiple vehicles stranded, including several 18 wheelers, due to icy conditions. Motorists are urged to stay home. TxDOT crews continue to treat and retreat roadways but conditions are hazardous for travel. Remember bridges and elevated structures are the

The election slates are set for the Gladewater City Council or Gladewater ISD School Board set for May 1. For the city council – seats Place 4, Place 5, Place 6 and Place 7 were up for grabs. Place 4 councilman Nick Foster decided not to seek re-election, leaving political newcomer Michael  Webber and former

Update #1 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, 2021   As potentially severe winter weather approaches Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas this weekend, SWEPCO has requested additional line and tree crews in advance of the storm.   “We’re closely monitoring weather forecasts to see where snow and sleet may turn to freezing rain and ice,” said Drew

As potentially severe winter weather approaches the Ark-La-Tex this weekend, Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) encourages customers to be prepared should power outages occur. “Snow and ice can cause problems for the electric system because their weight brings down trees and power lines, and snow- or ice-covered roads slow our ability to get to the