Simple security upgrade set for local airport

Thefts at Gladewater Municipal Airport, coupled with a drive to enhance the public field’s professional appearance, have prompted local officials to invest in a security fence at the 124-acre site on the south end of the city. Notably, the fence won’t complete encircle the property due to topography issues, and local taxpayers’ will only be

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With Christmas months away, downtown pines for new tree

Labor Day’s coming soon, Halloween’s still ahead and Thanksgiving, too, so it’d be jumping the gun to kick-off the countdown to Christmas – that said, Lois Reed’s counting on early present to pave the way for the holidays. Last November, the Gladewater Chamber of Commerce dynamo told council members about developing plans to replace downtown’s

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Sales tax allocations help Gladewater beat budget despite year-to-year dip

Another year-to-year decrease in Gladewater’s monthly sales tax allocation from the state isn’t likely to set anyone to trembling at City Hall – as of August, the city’s coffers are already at $1.15 million in collections for the year, about two months ahead of schedule. It was glad news for council members last week in

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ROLL MODEL | GPD’s classic cruiser gets third lease on life

Brian Smith feels a bit handcuffed when he’s sidelined watching someone else do the work – Gladewater’s Public Works director would much rather be the one wielding the chainsaw at a downed tree or the shovel in the hole at a water leak. Needless to say, when City Manager Charlie Smith gave him the green

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Tax rate may go down, but taxpayers may pay more

In the advanced mathematics of City Finance 101, increasing property values means cities and other entities can lower their tax rate and collect the same amount of revenue – or more. That doesn’t necessarily translate to a break for taxpayers. Gladewater council members are working with City Hall staffers on the municipal budget for Fiscal

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Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair August 20

The next Windows of Opportunity Regionwide Job Fair, scheduled for August 20. Workforce Solutions East Texas Team hosts this quarterly regionwide job fair at its five workforce centers on the same date. The event aims to bridge the gap between hiring employers and individuals seeking employment across various occupation pathways, fostering economic growth and career

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Eligible children may eat the meals free or at a reduced price during the 2024-2025 school year

AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller urges parents and guardians to request and return applications for free and reduced-price meals from their students’ schools. Submitting these applications ensures eligible children can receive meals at no cost or a reduced price during the 2024-2025 school year. Schools determine eligibility based on household income, participation in

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City baits store proprietors as latest RFP deadline nears

With multiple rounds of proposals in play, the City of Gladewater’s inching toward a new path forward for its lake store property. The clock’s ticking on the latest Request for Proposals, due to City Hall by Aug. 29. As entrepreneurs flesh out their ideas, Gladewater City Manager Charlie Smith has shown the property three times

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