JEFFERSON — Laissez les bon temps rouler! It will soon be time to, “let the good times roll” as the historic bayou town of Jefferson gears up to host its annual Mardi Gras Upriver parade and event next month.
After more than 40 years practicing optometry in the Marshall community, Dr. David Nelson is announcing his retirement from daily practice. Dr. Nelson first started his practice in Downtown Marshall in the late 70’s, moving it to its current location on East End Blvd S in 1984. He has been a…
Members of the Hallsville Volunteer Fire Department took the time this weekend to surprise one of their own, Richard Crutchfield, with a party for his 45 years of dedicated service to the department.
Editor’s note: This is a schedule of work being planned for Jan. 16-22. Weather conditions and unforeseen problems can cause delays or cancellation of work.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning people of fraudulent coronavirus tests, vaccines and treatments as the pandemic continues. According to Centers for Disease Control, since the arrival of the omicron variant, the increase of testing for COVID-19 has become a concern. Scarcity …
The Canadian Pacific freight railway company announced its support for Amtrak’s expansion of passenger railway services along the Interstate 20 corridor this month.
As you know, 2021 was full of challenges. We were still feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic when supply chains shut down and inflation heated up. So, if you’re like many people, you might not be sorry to see the year come to a close. But now it’s time to look ahead to a brighter 2022. And on a personal level, you may want to set some New Year’s resolutions. You might resolve to improve your health and diet, and possibly learn some new skills, but why not make some financial resolutions, too?
Marshall’s newest Christmas attraction, Piney Park, touted a great first season open, pulling in both local and out-of-town guests throughout their first month.
The new Financial Crimes Intelligence Center, which will work to coordinate law enforcement investigations involving credit card skimmers, has officially opened in Tyler.
Traffic on the U.S. 59 bridge over Interstate 20 in Marshall is now restricted to one lane in each direction in preparation for the demolition of northbound lanes and the eventual raising of the bridge.
Construction on the ongoing downtown revitalization program has kicked back up on the 100 block of East Houston Street now that Wonderland of Lights has officially ended for the season.
2021 started off with an icy bang, as an unprecedented winter storm hit the area and caused life to come to a cold standstill for nearly a week until the ice thawed.
Fireworks sales for the December season are expected to boom just before the new year in East Texas, according to at least one local retailer.
Traffic on the U.S. 59 bridge over Interstate 20 in Marshall will be restricted to one lane in each direction on Jan. 3 in preparation for the demolition of northbound lanes and the eventual raising of the bridge.
It’s the season of giving. Of course, you may be thinking of the gifts you’re planning to give to your loved ones and friends, but you may well want to extend your generosity beyond your immediate circle to support charitable organizations whose work you support. If you can afford to donate to charitable groups, your gifts will be much appreciated in these challenging times. And when you give, you may also receive something in return: tax benefits.
Scammers are taking advantage of the nationwide demand for pricey gaming consoles by promoting fake deals for Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 and other in-demand systems.
Local Whataburger restaurants donated over $11,000 and 2,500 pounds of canned food to East Texas Food Bank to help fight against hunger.
Two upcoming fundraisers will support the Marshall Symphony Orchestra.
The team at Profrac of Marshall took time this holiday season to give back to the girls of East Texas Open Door during the businesses annual holiday party.
A project investing $2.8 million into the Marshall Business Park, located at Loop 390 and Texas 43, has gotten off the ground with construction crews now working out at the park.
Editor’s Note: This story is the second part of an ongoing series delving into the issue of blight in the Marshall community and how a new vacant property ordinance will affect that problem.
If you are shopping online for a pet this holiday season, use caution. Complaints continue to escalate into Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker as fake pet and puppy scams are on the increase, according to the latest BBB Risk Report. Scammers know that few things pull at a person’s heartst…
JEFFERSON — After months of renovations and updates, the Haywood House Restaurant and Cocktail Bar has opened its doors to the public just in time for its second annual Yuletide Christmas Dinner.
Marshall residents may have easier access to mental health services thanks to the recent opening of Community Healthcore’s new behavioral health and family services center on Grand Avenue last month.
The City of Marshall is hiring. City officials are looking to hire community members for a number of open positions before the end of the year.
The holiday season is big business for porch pirates. The U.S. Postal Service is projecting between 850-950 million package deliveries for the 2021 holiday season. According to market research firm C+R Research, package theft continues to be an issue for many Americans, with approximately on…
The Clarion Pointe Hotel, formerly known as the Roadway Inn, is celebrating the end of the three-year renovations project, showcasing what the general manager calls “a brand new hotel.”
It’s the season of giving. Of course, you may be thinking of the gifts you’re planning to give to your loved ones and friends, but you may well want to extend your generosity beyond your immediate circle to support charitable organizations whose work you support. If you can afford to donate to charitable groups, your gifts will be much appreciated in these challenging times. And when you give, you may also receive something in return: tax benefits.
JONESVILLE — Santa Claus made a stop during his busy holiday schedule on Saturday to visit the historic T.C. Lindsey Store in Jonesville in celebration of their annual community Christmas party.
PayPal Holdings, Inc. and the Congressional Black Caucus Institute, in partnership with two historically Black colleges and universities Dillard University and Wiley College, released new research as part of PayPal’s commitment to advancing racial equity.
Two Harrison County barbecue joints were featured Monday by the Texas Monthly’s BBQ editor in his favorite barbecue “bites” of the year.
Options for purchasing choose-and-cut Christmas trees are dwindling in East Texas, with several area farms selling out during their first open weekend.
The second location of the Texas Tea Room, Texas Tea Room II, has officially opened its doors to the public here in Marshall, serving up the restaurant’s well known home-style cooking.
Editor’s Note: This story is the first part of an ongoing series delving into the issue of blight in the Marshall community and how a potential new vacant property ordinance will affect that problem.
LONGVIEW — Doni’s Coney Island Hot Dogs has found a new home in the parking lot of Ellis Pottery Home and Garden in Longview.
Representatives from American Electric Power, the Sabine Mining Company, local governments and members of the public met at the Harrison County courthouse Tuesday evening to discuss the upcoming closure of the Pirkey Power Plant in Hallsville by the third quarter of 2023.
The Monday following Black Friday, known as Cyber Monday, has become one of the top shopping days of the year. But online shopping — particularly on Cyber Monday — has risks. Be wary of misleading advertisements, lookalike websites, and untrustworthy sellers.
Wiley College’s radio station, 91.1 FM KBWC, has spent the past two years building listeners, teaching students to DJ and most recently adding new programing.
Small businesses across the country and around Marshall are preparing for Small Business Saturday today — the local business answer to Black Friday.
After the big Black Friday sales, check out the small, local and independent businesses participating in Small Business Saturday, a day to celebrate small businesses and all they do for their communities.
Representatives from SWEPCO and local community leaders will convene in Hallsville’s Gold Hall Community Center from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 29 for a public meeting on the economic impacts of the upcoming closure of nearby Pirkey Power Plant and Sabine Mine in 2023.
East Texas hospitals received positive results in ratings published recently by The Leapfrog Group.
Blackstone has hired Wall Street veteran Carlos Whitaker as president of the Blackstone Private Credit Fund and the Blackstone Secured Lending Fund. Both are part of the firm’s global credit business. Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager and oversees $731 billion acros…
One of the great conundrums faced by road trippers, commuters and truck drivers alike is deciding where to stop for a meal along the interstate.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has started mailing ballots for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country. To be counted, ballots must be returned to the Harrison County FSA office or postmarked by Dec. 6.
Costs for preparing holiday meals will be higher this year as prices for most everyday staples and specialty items used in traditional baking recipes are up, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.
AEP/SWEPCO’s external affairs manager Mark Robinson discussed the closure of the Pirkey Power Plant and Sabine Mine this week at the Marshall Rotary Club’s Thursday meeting.
Santa came to Marshall early this year with the grand opening of the brand new Christmas-themed amusement site Piney Park on Thursday.
HALLSVILLE — Thursday night in Hallsville was for the ladies, and the fun is set to continue today at Walkers Mill Vineyard and Winery’s annual “LaFemme 2021” event.
Southwestern Electric Power Co. reminds customers to be alert for scams. This week, the company joins Utilities United Against Scams (UUAS) to support International Fraud Awareness Week and recognize the sixth annual Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, Nov. 17.
East Texas Baptist University will soon transition its campus bookstore in the Bennett Student Commons to Texas Book Company, bringing a unique blend of products, affordable course materials options, and support for University faculty. The newly renovated bookstore will officially open on Nov. 19.