12th Annual Edom Festival of the Arts EDOM- The quaint little community of Edom, Texas, serves as perfect contrast for the premiere art festival of East Texas. On an ordinary day the vibe in Edom is unique and beckons to collectors, artists and tourists alike. It was no wonder hundreds of visitors flocked to Edom for […]
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Archery Deer Season a Silent Strong Opener
Archery Deer Season a Silent Strong Opener AUSTIN – Unlike the symphony of shotgun blasts signaling the opening weekend of dove season, few will hear the whisper soft “string music” of archery-only deer season. But, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a lot of hunters making bowstring music; archery hunting stamp sales are up substantially this […]
2012 Spirit of Angelina Award Accepting Nominations
2012 Spirit of Angelina Award Accepting Nominations LUFKIN – The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2012 Spirit of Angelina Award presented by Perry-Ellis Kia. The Spirit of Angelina Award recognizes volunteers of Angelina County that are the backbone for many events, organizations, and the community. Because of them, many […]
Nacogdoches Main Street Program Receives National Recognition
Nacogdoches Main Street Program Receives National Recognition Courtesy Photo NACOGDOCHES, Texas — The City of Nacogdoches Main Street Program has been commended for its successful annual progress as a designated Main Street community. The Texas Historical Commission (THC) and its Texas Main Street Program (TMSP) made the announcement November 2nd at the annual statewide […]
Jacksonville, TX Wins Tomato Throwdown
Jacksonville, Texas- Jacksonville, Texas takes the second consecutive title, KTBS 3 Tomato Throwdown Champion. Peggy Renfro, President-Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce challenged two communities who also have a Tomato Fest, Crystal Springs, MS and Warren, AR. Both communities were up for the challenge which was hosted by KTBS TV station in Shreveport, LA. The challenge took place […]
Another Milestone for the Texas State Railroad
Rusk, Texas- This week, the Texas State Railroad gained another new freight customer. Viper Rail has contracted with the TSRR to store empty tanker cars. Some of the cars were used for hauling oil and others for hauling methanol. They are currently stored on the line adjacent to the TSRR’s Rusk Maintenance Shop. This week’s […]
Cherokee Neches Paddling Launch
Jacksonville, Texas- Have you ever thought of paddling down the Neches River? Here is your opportunity. The public is invited to help launch the new Cherokee Neches Paddling Trail at a Launch Event Saturday, March 21, 2015! The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce is partnered with Texas Parks and Wildlife in designating the Cherokee Neches Paddling Trail. […]
Wildfire Update
Wildfire update – July 27, 2011 Current situation: · Texas Forest Service responded yesterday to one new large fire in Stephens County. · Fire danger remains elevated across Texas. Heat advisories are in effect for Northeast, North and portions of Northwest Texas. In addition to temperatures over 100 degrees, heat index values are expected at […]
Mardi Gras! Galveston Celebration
Mardi Gras! Galveston Celebration GALVESTON- Over the weekend our team visited Galveston Island to take part in the third largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States. Mardi Gras was in full swing on the Island this weekend. The party kicked off Friday night in the Entertain District with parades, music, and beads. Saturday the Mystic […]
Texas Forest Trail Region Announces Winning Photos in the Spring 2013 Photo Competition
Texas Forest Trail Region Announces Winning Photos in the Spring 2013 Photo Competition NACOGDOCHES- Texas Forest Trail Region announced the winning photographs on May 2 for the Spring 2013 “We Pine for East Texas” Photography Competition on its Facebook page (Facebook.com/texasforesttrail ). Certificates and $3400 in cash prizes were awarded to the 17 recipients. The […]
Charles Bright Visitor’s Center Dedication Set
Charles Bright Visitor’s Center Dedication Set NACOGDOCHES– The City of Nacogdoches, the Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce, Nacogdoches Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Nacogdoches Main Street Program are excited to honor a very special citizen this coming Friday, March 22nd at 9 a.m. In 2012 the Citizens Naming Committee made the recommendation to rename […]
Nacogdoches, Texas Historic Sites Department- The 2011 Historic Preservation Award Winner
Nacogdoches, Texas Historic Sites Department- The 2011 Historic Preservation Award Winner 723 Virginia St was almost uninhabitable before the restoration. NACOGDOCHES- Every year, the Nacogdoches Historic Landmark Preservation Committee seeks to honor a local preservationist – someone who has helped to preserve a piece of historic Nacogdoches. The committee examines restoration efforts, which have been […]
75th Anniversary Observance of the New London School Explosion
75th Anniversary Observance of the New London School Explosion NEW LONDON- On March 18, 1937, a day much like any other in the unincorporated districts of London and New London, in Rusk County, a generation of East Texas was lost. Several events are planned the week of March 18 in observance of the 75th anniversary […]
Braly Builders Supply- A True Texas Treasure
Palestine, Texas- Local community leaders, business owners, and government officials gathered at Braly Builders Supply on Thursday, August 27, where they celebrated the presentation of the Texas Treasure Business Award with the Braly family. Braly Builders Supply, named “Coolest Hardware Store on the Planet” in 2014 by Ace Hardware, received the Texas Treasure Business Award […]
Home Grant program helps locals rehabilitate their homes, application deadline Sept. 27
Home Grant program helps locals rehabilitate their homes, application deadline Sept. 27 City of Palestine representatives Mayor Therrell Thomas, Councilmember Vickey Chivers, City Secretary Teresa Herrera welcoming Annie Lacey to her new home. PALESTINE- The City of Palestine has completed another of many Home Grant projects for deserving residents. A 2013 recipient of the Home […]
East Texas’ Premier Taxidermy Studio
East Texas’ Premier Taxidermy Studio The Sportsman’s Memory Shop GRAPELAND- Taxidermy has been around for centuries. Saving trophies has always been one of man’s favorite pastimes. The Sportman’s Memory Shop in Grapeland, Texas has been helping hunters preserve their trophies since 1980, and has become East Texas’ premier taxidermy. Bobby Shaw and Robin “Trap” Coppedge […]
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Historic Dogwood Trails Jars, A Piece of Palestine History for Sale
Historic Dogwood Trails Jars, A Piece of Palestine History for Sale PALESTINE- Own a piece of Palestine history and support the beautification efforts of the Palestine Main Street Department. The Main Street Department is extending the sale of their historic Dogwood Trails pint jars until April 15th. Found last year tucked into the back of […]
Nominations Now Being Accepted for First-Ever Chamber Hosted Volunteer Award Breakfast
Nominations Now Being Accepted for First-Ever Chamber Hosted Volunteer Award Breakfast LUFKIN – The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2012 Spirit of Angelina Award presented by Perry-Ellis Kia. The Spirit of Angelina Award recognizes volunteers of Angelina County that are the backbone for many events, organizations, and the community. Because […]
Space Shuttle Columbia Debris Surfaces At Lake Nacogdoches
Nacogdoches- Most East Texans remember the morning of February 1, 2003. That morning began with a fierce explosion that shook the Pineywoods as Space Shutte Columbia broke apart while reentering earth’s atmosphere. Thursday the last American Space Shuttle mission will end, bringing an end to a three-decade era of space exploration. Recently, Nacogdoches authorities spotted what was believed […]
Bronze Sculpture Representing Palestine’s Rail History Soon to be Unveiled
Bronze Sculpture Representing Palestine’s Rail History Soon to be Unveiled Palestine- An 8-foot tall bronze statue will be unveiled Nov. 2, 2012 at 2 p.m. outside the Palestine Visitor Center (825 W. Spring). Commissioned by Palestine Tomorrow, Inc. (PTI) and donated to the City of Palestine, the epic bronze sculpture, Forging History, is the work […]
Mardi Gras Up River
Mardi Gras Up River JEFFERSON- Last Saturday our team traveled to Jefferson to take part in their Mardi Gras Celebration. The weather was not particularly enjoyable, but the New Orleans vibe was pumping. Historic Downtown Jefferson was throbbing with excitement that the rain could not dampen! Mardi Gras Up River kicked off with a spectacular […]
Helicopter Safety Training Held at Airport
Helicopter Safety Training Held at Airport PHI Pilot, Jason Cousins, and Chad LeBlanc, Flight Paramedic, conduct a Medical Helicopter Landing Zone Safety seminar. Courtesy Photo NACOGDOCHES- The Nacogdoches County Fire Fighters Association hosted a Medical Helicopter Landing Zone Safety Seminar Saturday, May 26, at A.L. Mangham Jr. Regional Airport. The safety seminar was conducted by […]