“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,

One man was killed and four other people were injured Tuesday following a reported fireworks explosion and subsequent blaze at an event venue between Gladewater and Gilmer. Area first responders

BRYAN – Mount Vernon quarterback Braden Bennett and Lorena defensive lineman Joe Gutshall were the players of the year on the Texas Sports Writers Association’s Class 3A all-state football team.

The Gladewater Bears won Friday night 49-21 over the Grandview Zebras at the Royce City ISD Stadium. The Bears will now play Mount Vernon in Round 3 of the state playoffs. Mount Vernon beat

The Gladewater Bears defeated the Sabine Cardinals 35-6 Friday night to claim the 6-3A D1 District Championship and the #1 seed in the playoffs. The Bears will have a bye week next week and will