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MARSHALL — Texas State Technical College’s Workforce Training department will host a continuing education class on solar energy from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, in the South Building on the Marshall campus.
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LONDON (AP) — The British government has announced plans for special events on the night of Jan. 31 when the country officially leaves the European Union but the country’s treasury chief has admitted that some U.K. business sectors will suffer as a result.
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PARIS (AP) — A French government minister warned that seditious groups bent on violence were hijacking the protest movement against pension reform that has gripped the country, after a fire Saturday damaged a renowned Paris restaurant patronized by President Emmanuel Macron.
HARLETON — Folks looking for a great mix of some of Texas’ most favorite foods can make a stop in Harleton’s lone downtown restaurant, Wright on Taco Shop, for their Lone Star fix.
As a business owner, you’re always thinking of what you need to do now. But you can’t forget about the future – yours and that of your business. So it may be a good idea to consider your personal retirement plan and business succession strategy.
Whataburger was recently recognized as number three on Newsweek’s 2020 list of America’s Best Customer Service brands in the Fast Food category.
Trial law firm Ward, Smith & Hill is pleased to announce that intellectual property attorney and former U.S. Magistrate Judge Charles “Chad” Everingham IV is joining the firm as partner.
The Railroad Commission of Texas (Commission) issued a total of 803 original drilling permits in December 2019 compared to 811 in December 2018.
Gift cards may be a popular holiday gift from family and friends, but don’t be tricked into believing they are a way to pay taxes.
The new year is underway and many of us have a money-related resolution. If you are in debt, you’re not alone. Total American household debt is only rising. According to the US Federal Reserve’s Center for Microeconomic Data, “ total household debt increased by $92 billion, or 0.7 percent, t…
As January is National Get Organized month, many of us become more dedicated about creating more organized living and work spaces. This often requires the assistance of a professional organizer. Whether you’ve decided to tackle getting your garage, closets, or office organized, finding the r…
Texas attorney Michael C. Smith of Siebman, Forrest, Burg & Smith once again has earned a spot on the annual Texas Super Lawyers list based on his extensive work in intellectual property law.
In December, the ETCOG Executive Committee approved to fund a mass notification system for the East Texas region as a part of its public safety program for the tenth consecutive year. The system allows ETCOG to partner with cities and counties in East Texas to send messages quickly notifying…
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.01 billion in December, 4.8 percent more than in December 2018.
The former Ryan’s restaurant at Loop 281 and Airline is coming down to make way for a Murphy USA fueling station.
Fake pet and puppy scams are on the rise, and BBB cautions consumers to use caution when shopping online for a pet this holiday season. By playing on emotions, a common tactic used by scammers, consumers are met with a slew of heart-tugging online ads. A recent BBB investigative study, “Pupp…
Chamber After Hours are a great way to bring businesses and community members together for networking and fellowship.
If you are experiencing an unusually rushed holiday season, you’re not alone. With a holiday shopping season which is nearly one week shorter than normal, many of us are scrambling to complete our holiday “to do lists” within a condensed amount of time.
JONESVILLE — Several East Texans enjoyed an old fashioned Christmas celebration and shopping experience on Saturday at one of the region’s oldest and most unique general stores left in Texas.
The Austin Bank Board of Directors has elected Russ Gideon as the Bank’s President / CEO effective Jan. 1, 2020. Gideon succeeds John P. Williams who is retiring Dec. 31 after almost 29 years with Austin Bank.
The Sloan Law Firm is proud to announce that Connor Barbe has joined the Firm as an Associate Attorney. Connor has interned for the Sloan firm since 2015, while he was a student at Southern Methodist University’s Dedman School of Law.
JONESVILLE — Santa Claus is coming to Jonesville on Saturday and will be stationed at the historic T.C. Lindsey General Store in Jonesville for the store’s annual Christmas Open House event that attracts hundreds of guests each year.
HALLSVILLE — Santa Claus and one of his special elves made a stop in Hallsville on Monday to meet with children and check who’s being naughty or nice.
Bear Creek Smokehouse helped guests get into the Christmas spirit Tuesday during its annual Christmas Open House at its store and event center.
The holiday season is big business for porch pirates. The U.S. Postal Service is projecting 800 million package deliveries between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. And an estimated 23 million Americans have had a package stolen from their front porch or mailbox. This summer, Governor Greg Ab…
Bear Creek Smokehouse is getting ready to rock around the Christmas tree during its annual Christmas Open House event set for Tuesday at its store and event center.
HARLETON — Christmastime has come to the vineyard and Enoch’s Stomp Vineyard and Winery is celebrating by hosting its “Holiday Sip and Shop” Christmas event.
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The day after I was elected to the Railroad Commission of Texas, it was announced that the largest find of oil and natural gas in history was assessed in West Texas. In the three years since that announcement, projected totals for this find have continued to grow.
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From collection kettles to toy drives to end-of-the-year tax deductions, the spirit of the holidays means giving to favorite causes and to those less fortunate. American charities receive one-third of their annual donations during the holiday season. With that in mind, several charities star…
Despite a brief but drenching rain storm on Saturday, downtown Marshall businesses still welcomed a flood of shoppers, thanks to the Wonderland of Lights’ fifth annual Wassail Walk and Small Business Saturday event.
Black Friday shoppers were still hitting the stores en masse on Friday, particularly at Marshall Place’s flagship store STAGE where the store is hosting its Black Friday sales, alongside its store closing sales.
A Marshall funeral home owner spoke before the Harrison county commissioners court on Wednesday after having his bid for {span}the county’s removal and transport of human remains, as well as for direct cremation for the county’s indigent, rejected in favor of a higher bid from the county’s c…
BECKVILLE — While this Thanksgiving Day evening and following Black Friday will probably see East Texans flooding stores for shopping deals, there’s a family business in Beckville that is also preparing for one of its busiest days of the year.
Recently, the Greater Marshall Chamber of Commerce hosted ribbon cuttings for local businesses.
BancorpSouth Bank recently announced it has tapped Brad Robison as president in Marshall. In his new role, Robison will be responsible for overseeing the bank’s two locations in Marshall, as well as the bank’s local community involvement efforts.
Preston Paul recently joined the Marshall office of the financial services firm Edward Jones as a branch office administrator (BOA).
JEFFERSON — The members of the Jefferson Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO) had a special visitor on Friday during a strategic planning meeting for the city’s future.
HALLSVILLE — “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” And now some East Texas women won’t have to brave the lines on Black Friday next week after getting a jump on their Christmas shopping on Friday during the second annual Le Femme event at Hallsville’s Walker’s Mill Vineyard.
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Edward Jones will be celebrating 50 years of financial service to the people of Marshall on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
150 years has passed since the excitement and progress surrounding the transcontinental railroad began. As the 1.2-million-pound Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 rolled into Marshall Sunday, the same excitement filled the air.
State Rep. Chris Paddie, R-Marshall, was recently recognized as Legislator of the Year by the Rural Jobs Coalition for championing legislation that supports small businesses in rural communities and opportunity zones throughout Texas.
A Panola County man has been appointed to serve on the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors.
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New fraud research shows that people who live alone or have low financial literacy levels are more likely to lose money to scammers. The research also shows that the highest engagement and victimization rates involve online purchases and social media—outpacing telephone, mail and email fraud.
In honor of Veterans Day, Gateway Tire and Service Center will offer free oil changes, or $25 off any service, to all veterans, active military and their affected partners in order to honor their sacrifice.