Shortly after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, the “Dogs For Defense” program was established by the federal government.  A few dogs were utilized in World War...

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series...

It’s that time of year again—when store aisles fill with sharpened pencils, new sneakers, and the hopeful anticipation of a fresh school year. As families across Deep East...

State Representative Trent Ashby (R – Lufkin) filed two important bills – HB 289 and HB 290 – focused on protecting East Texas water and improving disaster recovery tools...

The Pro Rodeo will be held this Friday, September 12th and Saturday, September 13th at the San Augustine County Fairgrounds located at 1109 Oaklawn Street.  Muttin Bustin’...

Texas Folklife, in partnership with Nacogdoches Historic Sites, invites the everyone to Bridging Borders—Music, Memory & Culture: An Intercultural Harmony Convening on...

Funeral services for Mr. Clifton Earl Crockett, 66, of Hemphill were held Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Milam with Rev. Orvin Garrett serving as...

Funeral services for Mr. James Henry “Hen” Parks, 70, of San Augustine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at True Vine Baptist Church with Rev. S.J....

Richard Lester Blevins passed away on July 23, 2025, in the presence of his daughter, Pamela Gordon and her husband, Dusty Gordon.  He was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on July...

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Stephen F. Austin State University President Dr. Neal Weaver will host the grand opening ceremony of the Pineywoods Dining Hall at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 14 in front of the dining...