Plane lands on US 259

At approximately 1:00 p.m., Troopers responded to a report of a single engine airplane emergency landing on Hwy 31 and Hwy 259 in Gregg County.  During a preliminary investigation into the incident, the pilot advised that he began experiencing engine issues over Interstate 20 and had to land on Highway 259 in Kilgore. He was

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Diesel Technology program awards 16 students with certificates at ASE Awards Ceremony

The Kilgore College Diesel Technology program awarded 16 students with certificates at its fifth annual Diesel Technology ASE Awards Ceremony July 19 at KC-Longview. One-hundred percent of the graduating class passed at least two ASE Student Certification tests. After completing the one-year, 42-hour certificate, students were tested in the areas of engines, brakes, steering/suspension, electrical

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Rehabilitation now underway for horses seized near Pittsburg, donations needed

Safe Haven Equine Rescue continues its mission of rehabilitating more than 150 horses seized by Camp County Sheriff’s Office on June 27. These horses are receiving fresh hay every two hours and have a constant supply of clean water. Safe Haven Equine Rescue wants to thank all of our Volunteers and the Humane Society of

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Maverick Technical Systems Acquires New Waterjet Cutting Technology 

Maverick Technical Systems of Gladewater recently announced the acquisition of a waterjet cutting system. This addition will expand the company’s ability to provide quality solutions to meet their customers’ exact needs. Maverick Technical Systems opened its doors in 1981, and today is an electrical/mechanical manufacturing and service organization, specializing in custom-built power and control systems,

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COME JOIN US THURSDAY IN DOWNTOWN GLADEWATER

  Got a classic, custom cool ride? Cruise on down to Downtown Gladewater Thursday from 6-8 p.m. for “Back to the Bricks,” sponsored by The Gladewater Mirror and The Central Station | Brick Oven Restaurant Brewhouse. The event is open to all custom and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Come join your friends the 2nd

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Celebrations to light East Texas skies

Independence Day will fall on a Thursday this year, but that’s not going to hinder a night of festive fireworks for anyone. Fireworks shows will be popping off at several locations throughout East Texas. There will be food, inflatables, vendors, and activities for children. Parking is available at the Community Center parking lot. The best

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Battleship Texas Visiting Hours Reduced to Prepare for Repair; Transport

  AUSTIN— Starting July 8, the Battleship Texas State Historic Site is reducing its visitation hours to allow staff full accessibility to the ship and its historic artifacts ahead of the Battleship Texas Foundation’s repair project. The ship will be closed to the public Monday-Thursday and open weekends 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. During the

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Approximately 150 horses rescued in large-scale alleged cruelty situation in Camp County

Camp County — The Humane Society of the United States is assisting the Camp County Sheriff’s Office and Safe Haven Equine Rescue and Retirement Home in removing approximately 150 horses from an alleged large-scale cruelty situation in Camp County, Texas. The Camp County Sheriff’s Office served a seizure warrant on an approximately 45-acre property at

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