NET Health has confirmed the second death in East Texas related to COVID-19. The individual is a 56 year-old male who NET Health announced as the singular confirmed case of COVID-19 in the city

The 2020 Hall of Honor Inductees have been unanimously approved by the THSCA Board of Directors.  The inductees will be honored at the THSCA Hall of Honor Banquet sponsored by Balfour, in San

AUSTIN – Today the Railroad Commission of Texas launched the Case Administration Service Electronic System (RRC CASES) public portal, reaching another milestone in increasing transparency of the

The City of Gladewater extended its disaster declaration Tuesday night to May 21, 2020. Due to the Covid-19 Social Distancing Directives the City Council Special Session meeting was held by video

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  Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds business owners that for many property types, April 15 is the deadline to file property tax renditions with their county appraisal districts.

AUSTIN – In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and to prevent further spread into the state of Texas from hotspot areas, Governor Greg Abbott has tasked the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)

To further combat the spread of COVID-19, Longview Mayor Andy Mack and Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt have issued a mandatory “Shelter-in-Place” order. The orders direct all residents of Longview

LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) – Mayor Andy Mack has announced a now mandatory shelter-in-place order for the city of Longview, and Judge Bill Stoudt confirms the same order for the whole of Gregg

Gladewater Mayor J.D. Shipp issued a citywide disaster declaration today, March 25, to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus outbreak. The disaster declarations allows the city to be

By Suzanne Bardwell With a growing threat of the spread of COVID-19, Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt issued a voluntary shelter-in-place directive on Tuesday at a 1 p.m. press conference at Gregg

Workforce Solutions East Texas offers families taking part in our Child Care Services (CCS) program guidance, and educational information to combat the spread of COVID-19, as well as how to

AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) values the health and safety of Texas veterans, their families, and spouses. To reduce exposure to the COVID-19 virus, starting March 19, 2020

In compliance with Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order issued today to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in Texas, the Parks Fitness Center will close at noon on Friday, March 20, until further

AUSTIN – Texas Health and Human Services encourages all Texans in need of COVID-19 information and referrals to community resources to call the 2-1-1 Texas hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

  AUSTIN – Amid growing public health concerns, the March meeting of the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW) Commission previously scheduled for March 25-26 has been cancelled. All agenda items

Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt issued the following  “Declaration of Local Disaster and Public Health” Monday:   WHEREAS, the disease Covid-19 currently poses a significant

GISD Schools are closed for the next two weeks. Please see the attached letter from the superintendent.

East Texas car enthusiasts didn’t let a virus get in the way of cruising on Gladewater’s brick streets Thursday as the the “Back to the Bricks” resumed thanks to Daylight

March 13, 2020 PRESS RELEASE Today the Judges of Gregg County have cancelled all jury trials and jury service through March 31. This action is based upon guidance provided by the Office of Court

Texas is declaring a statewide public health disaster. There have been at least 50 known cases in the state — 11 identified at a federal quarantine site at Lackland Air Force Base and 39

Workforce Solutions East Texas announces a mass hiring event open to the public on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The event, entitled “Windows to Opportunity,”will be held in Marshall, Longview, Tyler,

AUSTIN — Amid growing concerns over COVID-19 (coronavirus), the UIL Boys State Basketball Tournament will take place with a limited number of fans in attendance. “The health and safety of our

   The Northeast Texas Public Health District has identified a positive case of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Gregg County. The test result was confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control

BEAUMONT –A 36-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to prison for federal violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announcedU.S. Attorney Joseph D. Brown today. Carlos Garcia pleaded

Tyler — UT Health East Texas will offer a free Lunch and Learn seminar, titled The Diabetic Foot: Care and Treatment, on Wednesday, Apr. 1, at the UT Health Tyler Pavilion, 801 Clinic Drive.

SHREVEPORT – Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) has received reports of individuals posing as SWEPCO representatives contacting East Texas customers and demanding immediate payment. “These

Upshur County Commissioner Pct. 1 (Republican)  100% OF PRECINCTS REPORTING >  Gene Dolle (R) 852 52% Jim Bardwell (R) 403 24% James Noble (R) 395 24% Upshur County Commissioner Pct. 3

Texas Independence Day is the celebration of the adoption of the Texas Declaration of Independence on March 2, 1836. With this document signed by 59 delegates, settlers in Mexican Texas

Professional video gaming – or Esports – has become a multi-billion dollar industry, and Kilgore College is on the cutting-edge of training future gamers with the upcoming grand

In honor of Chuck Norris’s 80th Birthday, join Chuck and Gena Norris at a special fundraising event on Sunday, March 29 at 2:00pm at Topgolf Dallas to benefit his foundation, Kickstart Kids. This

The Kilgore College Foundation recently received an anonymous gift of $150,000 to upgrade the technology infrastructure at the Gussie Nell Davis Rangerette Residence. The two-story structure

“I’m Ready for Monday,” Said Nobody Ever…Until Now — McDonald’s Declares March 2, National Egg McMuffin Day with Free Egg McMuffin Sandwiches   (CHICAGO, February 28, 2020) – McDonald’s

AUSTIN – Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs has announced a new statewide initiative, “Ready. Check. Vote.,” to educate Texas voters about what they need to bring to the polls when they cast

U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert and State Rep. Jay Dean joined a host of Upshur County residents Saturday morning for the  unveiling of a state historical marker for the historic Dickson Colored

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is now accepting public comment on proposed changes to hunting regulations for 2020-2021. The proposed changes include amending

EDITOR’S NOTE: All candidates running for Upshur County Commissioner Pct. 1 and Pct. 3 were asked to participate in the following questions-and-answers so voters can compare the candidates

40 percent grant to underwrite project By Suzanne Bardwell Gladewater ISD Trustees had a 2-hour session at last week’s meeting with multiple reports and discussion. Trustees approved 6-0, with

Local Gladewater City Council races and Gladewater ISD school board races are now set. The May 2 election will feature Place 1 incumbent Mayor .J.D. Shipp being challenged by local businessman

The called workshop on game rooms by the Upshur County Commissioners’ Court will be held Wednesday (Feb. 19) at 10 a.m. at the Upshur County Courthouse. Attached are the proposed

The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife law enforcement reports.   The Power of Love After a Falls County Sheriff’s Deputy was killed in the line of duty in

AUSTIN— With Valentine’s Day around the corner, Texans are making plans with the special people in their lives. Bring your best two- or four-legged pal to a Texas State Park and experience

  The following items are compiled from recent Texas Parks and Wildlife law enforcement reports.   Lawn Enforcement On Jan. 3, a Newton County game warden completed an investigation

AUSTIN – While you are making big plans for the upcoming Super Bowl weekend, the Texas Department of Transportation is reminding football fans to “Plan While You Can” for a sober ride before

BEAUMONT, Texas – A 41-year-old Ft. Lauderdale, Florida woman has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking charges in the Eastern District of Texas announced U.S. Attorney Joseph D. Brown

The East Texas Fruit and Vegetable Conference is set for Feb. 21 in Nacogdoches. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. at the Nacogdoches

An East Texas Pasture Management workshop will be held Feb. 21 in Overton. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service program will be held from 1-6 p.m. at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research