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Texas Is Investigating These Kids' Underwear Brands
Texas is investigating Hanes and Fruit of the Loom over concerns about potentially harmful chemicals in children's underwear. Here's what parents need to know right now.

The Humble East Texas Beginnings of State Fair Greeter Big Tex
We are greeted by Big Tex every year as we walk into the State Fair of Texas. What you may not know is that he got his start as a Santa greeting folks in Kerens.
These East Texas Reality Shows Need to Happen
Sometimes it feels like living in East Texas is almost like being on a television show. There are so many good and questionable things that could get millions of viewers to tune in from all over the world. It’s a special place to live and let's be honest sometimes it feels like these television producers are all out of ideas, so I thought I would help with coming up with a list of ideas that could
Gresham Coffee Shop Big Shot Is Closing This Month
In East Texas we love to support local, but we are hearing about another locally owned business that will be shutting their doors later this month. It’s an awesome little coffee shop that is located not too far from my house, so I am extra bummed about this announcement. But ...
Jacksonville ISD Approves New Weapons Detection Systems
While Texans might not always agree on everything, the safety of kids, especially at school is very important. Which is why I think everyone in East Texas will agree that it’s a good thing that Jacksonville ISD has now approved purchasing a weapon detection system.
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650 Acres Near Tyler Will Become a New Texas State Park
A 650-acre property on Lake Palestine near Tyler has been secured for a future Texas state park, with plans for trails, camping, day use and lake access.

Here's How to Support Kidd's Kids Day on October 7
The annual fundraiser helps provide airfare, lodging, park experiences, meals and other expenses for children and their families.

The History of the Underwater Ghost Town of Towash, Texas
Texas is full of ghost towns that can be visited. It's hard to visit Towash, Texas because it's under a lake.
Old-School Lessons Every East Texan Might Remember
It’s amazing how we get older and dream of the “good ol’ days”. Texas just like most places seemed like it was a safer place to live, although that might be because we didn’t have social media and there wasn’t so much negativity getting our attention all the time. But there were things we learned b...

Tyler Airport Improvements Could Benefit East Texas Travelers
Last week we heard that the busiest airport in Texas (DFW) was increasing their cost for parking and that any sort of pickup or drop off of passengers would cost money. Which makes East Texans want to use Tyler Pounds Regional Airport more than ever before...
Big Changes Are Coming to This Iconic Texas Honky Tonk
Most country music fans in Texas have made a stop at Billy Bob's in Fort Worth. It's an iconic music venue and always a good time. There is so much to do while you're at Billy Bob's and they truly bring some of the biggest acts in country music to play at their gigantic honky tonk...
These 3 Texas Hikes Have Seriously Amazing Views
Texas has a little bit of everything. These three hiking destinations offer beautiful scenery, wildlife and some seriously impressive views.








