Smith County Employee Recognitions
Sharon Gregory was honored during the Commissioners Court on Tuesday for 20 years of service to the Smith County Juvenile Services Department. Juvenile Services Director Ross Worley said he’s amazed at the job she does. She started in a part-time position more than
MANDATORY WATER RESTRICTIONS
Lake Palestine Water Treatment Plant Temporarily Offline Tyler Water Utilities crews are repairing damage at the Lake Palestine Water Treatment Plant after flooding caused several critical equipment failures. Until repairs are complete, all of Tyler’s water is being supplied by the Golden Road
Government impostor scams: What you need to know
By Mechelle Agbanyi Mills These government impostor scams aim to scare people into sending money or revealing sensitive data. Scammers impersonate well-known agencies and use fear tactics to press victims to take action. In an era where digital communication makes it easier than
Smith County Receives Round Up Day Award from the East Texas State Fair, Learns of its Economic Impact
Smith County received the first-ever Round Up Day Award from the East Texas State Fair and its Inaugural Rodeo. David Dial, co-chair of the East Texas State Fair’s Rodeo Committee, presented the Smith County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, October 7, with a custom
Smith County Warrants Solution Program Runs October 6-17
Smith County is holding its Warrants Solution Program, offering those with arrest warrants for outstanding court fines a chance to pay them before being arrested. “Each year, we hold a warrant roundup to allow people to pay their outstanding court fines and fees
$23M FACILITY, $1.46M SAVED — THAT’S GOOD BUSINESS
Gregg County unveils new Downtown Parking Facility with office complex Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/infinitieplusmag.com After years of planning and construction, Gregg County has officially opened its new downtown Parking Facility and Office Complex—a project County Judge Bill Stoudt calls one of
LEADING WITH INTENTION, DELIVERING RESULTS
How ETAA Chief of Schools Melanie Pondant transformed campuses, empowered leaders, and drove STAAR success Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/infinitieplusmag.com
DUST KICKED UP, HISTORY MADE
East Texas State Fair's first PRO- sanction rodeo's ribbon cutting
ETCOG Board of Directors to Consider $86M Budget for Fiscal Year 2026
108th Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting Held on September 18th Henderson, Texas: East Texas Council of Governments held its 108th semi-annual Board of Directors meeting at the Rusk County Youth Expo Center & Arena in Henderson, Texas. The Board considered, among other items, the
Deals start with handshakes Business after hours turn networking into ROI
Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The recent Business After Hours hosted by the Longview Chamber of Commerce proved to be more than a typical networking mixer—it was a strategic touchpoint for local business leaders to connect, collaborate, and strengthen economic ties across
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