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“It really brightens up our day to see everyone celebrate reading, love of the library, and play,” Shannon Reid said. /Photo by Madison Barnes

Library ends summer reading program with community party

Lindale— The Lillie Russell Memorial Library wrapped up its summer reading program with a festive end-of-summer party on July 16, celebrating the...

“This event is an easy way to meet new people and connect to share ideas and collaborate,” Bradley Lindsey said. /Photo by Bradley Lindsey

Discovery Science Place welcomes educators to open house

Tyler—The Discovery Science Place (DSP) in Tyler rolled out the welcome mat for educators from across East Texas during its annual Educator Open...

I was talkin’ to a man the other day, and he told me that he could remember every whippin’ he ever got when he was a kid. Well, I told him that he must not have gotten too...

“We’re celebrating the Watermelon Festival, which was [once] a very big event here,” Martha Holmes said.
/Photo by Zachary Heflin

Watermelon train rolls through Iron Horse Square

Mineola—The Watermelon Train returned to Iron Horse Square on Saturday, July 19, bringing slices of watermelon, train rides, and community cheer to...

“Steve Thompson provided an insightful overview of the rich history of aviation in Smith County,” Amber Morin
said. /Photo by Zachary Heflin

Aviation history shared over ice cream

Tyler—Visitors to Tyler Pounds Field were treated to a cool history lesson and a cold dessert during the Smith County Historical Society’s History...

“Rodeo is something I’ve enjoyed all my life, and I can remember as a kid going, and we hope to bring these families that same enjoyment we had as kids,” Aaron Munn said.
/Photo by John Starkey

Mineola Fire Department Rodeo celebrates 62 years of community...

Mineola—The City of Mineola hosted its 62nd annual Volunteer Fire Department Rodeo on July 11–12 at the Mineola Fire Department Rodeo Arena,...

“Smith County is exploding with an alligator population,” Gary Saurage
said. /Photo by John Starkey

Expo combines faith and the outdoors

Tyler—Outdoor enthusiasts flocked to The Oil Palace in Tyler July 11–13 for the 5th annual God and the Great Outdoors Expo, billed as the largest...

Back when I was still workin’, I was in Memphis for an outdoor trade show with some of the other reps. We were stayin’ at a motel that had one of those continental...

An American flag waves in front of a home in Lindale, Texas, on July 4, 2025. Local organizations placed flags
throughout neighborhoods as part of the town’s Independence Day celebrations, creating a patriotic display that
stretched across the community /Photo by James Stanley

Independence Day features family, fireworks, and future planning

Lindale—Long before the first fireworks launched into the night sky, the scent of barbecue drifted through neighborhoods, laughter echoed across...

“Approximately 249 years ago, men died for our country for freedom from British rule. So, it’s important to celebrate today,” Colton Stone said. /Photo by Josey Derosier

Mineola’s Fireworks Spectacular lights up East Texas sky

Mineola—The City of Mineola hosted its annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at the Mineola Civic Center, drawing families and neighbors from...

Now bein’ a cowboy is not as easy as it might seem when you’re 10 or 11 years old, because it takes a lot of studyin’. No, I’m not talkin’ about book studyin’. I’m talkin’...

A note from the editor

Some members of the Lindale community have responded negatively to an article we published in the Lindale News on June 26, 2025: “City of Roses Celebrates Pride Month.”A...

“The best thing about our Field Day was everybody being together, and it was a celebration of horticulture in this area,” Andrew King said. / Photo by Dr. Greg Grant

Field Day brings new varieties to gardeners

Overton—Gardeners and plant enthusiasts gathered on June 26 for the East Texas Horticulture Field Day, hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Research...

I was asked by a dear friend to rerun this story and you know me, I just can’t say no to a pretty lady, so here it is. I’m a dog person. Always have been, always will be....

“I have attended way too many funerals”

Austin—The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is releasing a public service video as an emotional reminder to do your part to keep emergency responders safe.In...

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