Editorial | Happy Birthday divided, complex United States of America!

Happy Birthday divided, complex United States of America! Former Prime Minister of England Margaret Thatcher once profoundly said: “Europe was created by history. America was created by philosophy.” Today might be a good time to reflect on that founding philosophy and pledge more than allegiance but sincere commitment to the ideals this country was built

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Capitol Highlights

Fire safety urged for Fourth With the Fourth of July bringing a possible four-day weekend for lucky Texans, the Texas A&M Forest Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise fire safety outdoors, especially when using fireworks or starting campfires to roast hot dogs and toast marshmallows. Approximately 90% of wildfires are caused by humans and their

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Think before leaving car – it could mean the difference between life and death

As we’ve now officially reached summer and temperatures are set to begin climbing in East Texas, it is important to remember that parked vehicles can warm to over 130° in under an hour in these sunny and very warm conditions. ALWAYS check the back seat for your children(and pets!) and be sure to LOCK the

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Independence Day events set locally for July 3rd

July Fourth is a day of celebration across the United States. The Fourth of July commemorates American independence and millions of people throughout the country celebrate the day with family and friends. Communities like ours host their own celebrations on July Fourth or Third – like The Rose Heights Church-Lindale’s annual “Light The Night’’ Fireworks

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City council approves three annexations

The Lindale City Council held public hearings then approved three annexations into the city limits during its regular weekly meeting on Tuesday (June 18) at city hall. No one spoke during the time allotted for the public hearing. Following the public hearings, council members: approved annexation of a parcel of land located at 15592 CR

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Suspect charged in federal mail carjacking case

A Beaumont man has been charged with federal violations related to a carjacking in the Eastern District of Texas, said Davilyn Walston, spokesperson for U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs. Jody Lee Bass, 34, was named in a complaint on June 10, 2024, charging him with carjacking and assault on a federal officer. Bass appeared in

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Team Rubicon honored by Smith County

Smith County Officials awarded veteran volunteers with Team Rubicon with the Smith County Community Hero Award this past week after the group worked for nearly a week helping a dozen residents cleanup storm damage, said County Communications Director Casey Murphy. County Judge Neal Franklin and Emergency Management Coordinator Brandon Moore presented the group with the

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Work continues on FM 16 west of Lindale

Bridge work continues on a section of FM 16 to the west Lindale by Texas Department of Transportation crews, said TXDOT spokesman Jeff Williford. This work is part of the widening and realignment of the roadway, Williford said, and covers an area four miles east of FM 849 to U.S. 69 near downtown. The contractor

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