The Christmas Train Village, presented by the Polk County Heritage Society, is available for viewing through Dec. 29 at Good Golly Miss Molly’s at 406 N. Washington. Hours are as follows: 5-7 …
Join the Livingston Community Concert Association to usher in the Christmas season when the Southeast Texas Swing Band presents its holiday concert, “Swingin’ Around the Christmas …
TYLER COUNTY – It might seem as if we just all celebrated one major holiday, and many of us might have, as the old saw goes “gobbled until we wobbled,” but Christmas is right around …
A variety of holiday activities are available as the season unfolds. The Christmas Train Village, presented by the Polk County Heritage Society, will be available for viewing through Dec. 29 at …
HENDERSON – On a chilly night in Henderson, the Woodville Eagles created some history. The team, which made quick work of area round opponent Grand Saline the previous week, trampled …
WOODVILLE – The Allan Shivers Library and Museum has “Decked the Halls” this week. The Museum Pop-Up Exhibit opens this week and will run through Jan. 7, 2025. This …
“Big Bad John,” a talking ballad written and recited by a tall drink of water from the Texas Panhandle, stayed at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 40 for the week of Dec. 4, 1961. Jimmy …
Saturday was the lighting of the Town Square event, a huge success . PHOTO BY CHARLES BALLARD
THE WOODLANDS — It’s the most wonderful time of the year, filled with cozy gatherings, cherished traditions, and festive decorations. Whether you plan to set up a sparkling outdoor …
AUSTIN — Thousands of Texas families are devastated by drunken driving crashes every year, and the problem gets worse during the holidays. In fact, one in four traffic deaths across the state …
For many nursing home residents, having someone to talk to can make all the difference. Volunteer ombudsmen serve as patient advocates, ensuring residents’ concerns are heard and their rights …
The Salvation Army red kettles will be back again this year at Walmart in Livingston. The red kettle bell ringing is the only fundraising event for the Polk County Unit and all of the money …
WOODVILLE – The state AG’s office announced a victory in the name of justice Friday when a Warren man was handed down a 30-year prison sentence. According to a news release from …
The Podcast was produced from an original Blog post by Columnist Jim Powers and discusses the Posse Comitatus Act of 1878, a law restricting the use of the U.S. military for domestic law …
This Podcast discusses an original Blog post by Columnist Jim Powers that examines the rise of fascism in America and its potential consequences. Drawing parallels between the current political …
Do Not Obey In Advance - Timothy Snyder's book, "On Tyranny," warns against the dangers of blindly accepting unfair rules and policies. The book advocates for resisting tyranny through acts of defiance, even if they seem …
Imagine standing in front of a mirror and seeing your reflection. Now imagine that reflection looking back at you, as if it had its own awareness. This is how Joscha Bach, a cognitive scientist and …
ATHENS — The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center has opened the Texas division of Wildlife Forever’s 2025 Fish Art Contest for entries. The Fish Art Contest, accepting entries until …
Early voting for the Nov. 5 General Election begins Monday and will feature extended hours, as well as the addition of a Saturday and Sunday. Three locations – open to all registered …
AUSTIN — Free legal assistance is available to Texans who were affected by Hurricane Beryl. Texans with disaster-related legal issues may receive free legal assistance by calling the State …
The biggest takeaway from a discussion of the county’s certificate pay policy during the Nov. 26 regular meeting of the Polk County Commissioners Court was to read your emails and respond …
On Nov. 26, the Republican Women of Trinity County gave a donation met with Charles Lee of the Groveton Senior Center to donate a check for the Meals on Wheels program. COURTESY PHOTO
COLDSPRING — On Nov. 22, the Walker County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team along with Huntsville Police Department SWAT members, responded to 1000 block of Harrell Road in …
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The Trinity Lady Tigers continued their winning ways, going 2-1 over the Thanksgiving break. After downing Mount Enterprise 38-21 on Nov. 25 and Leon 41-37 in overtime on Nov. 26, the Lady …
Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of topics ranging …
As the Agriculture Commissioner of one of the country’s largest farming and ranching states, I am excited that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has joined President Trump, lending his powerful voice to …
I’ve been trying to increase my protein intake for health and dietary reasons. Funny thing is, when I think of proteins, I automatically think of eggs, cheese and different kinds of meat, …
As a boy we fished a great deal in southeast Oklahoma where there has long been good number of Choctaw Mule foot hogs, decedents of the original stocking that came with the Choctaw people when they …
