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East Texas towns all have their own personalities, reputations and quirks. But what if they were the neighbors living right down the street from you? We imagined local communities as different types of neighbors, from the artsy one to the neighbor with a spooky side...

A Houston parking scam is raising concerns for Texas drivers, especially those traveling to bigger cities for holiday shopping and nights out. One couple says they paid $20 to someone posing as a parking attendant. Here's what ParkHouston says about legitimate parking payments and how to protect yourself...

Christmas assistance in Texas may be available for families worried about affording gifts, food, and other holiday expenses. Local charities, churches, and community organizations may offer seasonal support, while flexible ways to earn extra money can help some households manage costs...

East Texas home bakeries are giving local entrepreneurs a chance to turn their hobbies into small businesses. But recent reports of customers taking baked goods without paying the full amount raise an important reminder: supporting neighborhood businesses means paying for the products people work hard to make ...

East Texas towns each have their own personality, so what would they sell if they had booths at First Monday Trade Days in Canton? We're imagining everything from practical finds to unusual treasures in this lighthearted list. See what we picked for your hometown and tell us what you'd sell instead...

Jim Gaffigan in Longview is bringing a night of comedy to the Belcher Center on Thursday, November 19, 2026. The comedian's Everything Is Wonderful tour begins at 7 p.m., and you could win a pair of tickets through our simple giveaway. Here's how to enter for your chance to see him live...

Need something to do this weekend? East Texas has a little bit of everything, including Henderson's Heritage Syrup Festival, car shows, family activities, shopping and more.

The Yard Mini Golf is preparing to open in Tyler, Texas, in early December, bringing a new 19-hole course to South Broadway. The family-friendly attraction will also feature a party room for celebrations and team-building events, along with rotating food trucks ...

East Texas towns have personalities as different as the breakfast foods we love. From chicken fried steak to avocado toast, we're matching local communities with breakfast favorites in a lighthearted list. See which breakfast food represents your hometown, and let us know if you think we got your town's order wrong...

Texas dog laws include protections for certain dogs kept outdoors, especially during extreme weather. The Safe Outdoor Dogs Act requires adequate shelter and other safeguards for dogs left outside and unattended while restrained. Here's what East Texas pet owners should know as temperatures drop and freezing weather approaches ...

We asked East Texans which stores they'd like to see return to Broadway Square Mall. The answers brought back plenty of memories, including two features many shoppers still miss.

It's always neat to learn a cool life hack that doesn't cost you a lot of money.