The lowly broom has been around our civilization for centuries.  It is said that Benjamin Franklin introduced broomcorn to the United States in 1725.  He is said to have...

Recent reports confirming the presence of New World screwworm in South Texas have renewed attention to an issue that underscores the importance of protecting animal health...

(1)There Is Hope For the Old Stone Fort! In an unofficial meeting with a City of Nacogdoches official I discovered SFASU and the City of Nacogdoches have jointly signed a...

Fleas and ticks are most active during warm, humid weather, making late spring and summer a peak time for these pests to wreak havoc on the comfort of pets and owners...

Other than fried green tomatoes, you must add this to you recipe list!Ingredients:2½  lbs green tomatoes, diced small1-2 cups yellow onions, diced small1-2 jalapenos diced...

They’re back again.   At least they are back again here in North America.  Elsewhere, not only hasn’t it left, it’s also almost “man”-datory, more particularly in some...

It was a Wednesday and I should have been in school, but I was at home ill and in bed.  I was eleven years old and in the fifth grade in San Augustine Elementary School,...

Mother’s Day serves as a meaningful reminder to recognize the women who help shape our lives and communities. Whether it is your mother, grandmother, aunt, or another...

On April 21, 1836, the Battle of San Jacinto marked a turning point in Texas history. Led by General Sam Houston, Texas forces secured a swift victory over the Mexican...

In 1937 my father, Cecil, decided to get into county politics.  For reasons known only to him, he filed for the position of County Clerk of  San Augustine County, Texas. ...

This week, we’re taking a closer look at another key House committee—the House Committee on Appropriations, which is responsible for writing and overseeing the state...

Dixon Putting In Place Funding to Save Old Stone Fort(1) After the April 20, 2026 meeting of the Angelina County Genealogical Society, Dickie Dixon will conduct  a short...

Do you believe in the after-life?  Most people seem to believe that God has prepared only two places for human beings to go after death, Heaven or Hell.  Those who have...

Happy April, everyone. We are excited about all the plans for this month. We have the Fussell Cotton Gin historical marker dedication and ribbon cutting on April 21st at...

(1)  Ron Adair will discuss his life and serving as a Seabee on active duty in Vietnam beginning in 1966 at about 6:15 p.m. on April 6, 2026 for the Deep East Texas...