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Ricky Earl Band Concert Rescheduled at Iron Horse

Want to win tickets to Ricky Earl Band live in concert at the Iron Horse Sports Bar? All you have to do is...Read More.

Just Because: "Federal Agents Raid Gun Shop, Find Weapons"

Crazy newspaper headlines and classifieds that will make you laugh out loud...Read More

Week #1 Summer Galveston Give-A-Way Winner Announced

The week one winner for the Summer Galveston Give-A-Way is...Read More

Palestine Theatre Presents 'Beauty & the Beast'

Complete with songs, dance and costumes, members of the Palestine Community Theatre will perform...Read More.

July Events for Athens

It is Hot, Hot, Hot but there are still things to do in Athens in spite of the heat...Read More.

Summer Galveston Get-A-Way Give-A-Way

KYYK 98.3 and YourEastTexas.com are giving away five FREE two-night stays on Galveston Island. All you need to do for your chance to win is...Read More

YourEastTexas.com's 'Spa Night Out' a Success

An event held last night at Palestine’s Civic Center exclusively for the women of YourEastTexas.com’s East Texas Club was a...Read More.

YourEastTexas.com 'Spa Night Out' Highlights Video

YourEastTexas.com threw a customer appreciation "Spa Night Out" for member's of its East Texas Club on Thursday at the Palestine Civic Center. Watch the YouTube video here of the ladies dancing to the "Cupid Shuffle".

YourEastTexas.com's Did You Know?

At 12hr 34 minutes and 56 seconds on the 8th of...Read More.

YourEastTexas.com Streaming Radio Reaches South to Brazil

From the greater East Texas area, throughout the U.S., to London and now Brazil, YourEastTexas.com is helping to...Read More.

Sean Hannity, Reps. to Speak at Tyler's Oil Palace

Oil Palace officials announced that Sean Hannity will make an exclusive appearance at...Read More.

YourEastTexas.com Seeks Photos, Video for Design of Web Site, 'YourReport'

To give viewers the opportunity to see and hear all of the sights and sounds around east Texas, YourEastTexas.com is seeking...Read More.

Upcoming events for Palestine through December 2009

Click here to view a list of upcoming events from the Palestine Convention and Visitors Bureau!

FREE CLASSIFIEDS

You read that right! All classifieds on YourEastTexas.com are FREE. All that we ask is that you are a member of the East Texas Club. We have included several categories for you to post your classified ads and it's open and FREE to all individuals and businesses in East Texas. Just click on 'CLASSIFIEDS' in the main navigation on the left hand side of this site and leave your classified as a comment along with the contact information you feel necessary...Read More

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Faith is an important part of the fabric of East Texas. YourEastTexas.com is proud to bring you "Your Faith", which includes articles and information about faith in East Texas.Read More

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Update: Tyler Police Still Unable to Locate Missing Tyler Woman

As of 8:30 a.m. Friday members of the Tyler Police Department have not yet been able to locate ...Read More.

Smith County Judge Sentences Frankston Man to Prison

A sentence was handed down after a plea-agreement was reached in a Smith County court for a man that...Read More.

Police Chief Announces Plans to Bring Back SWAT Team

After a three-year absence an elite-tactical unit that can respond to many emergencies will be in place...Read More.

Man who Allegeldy Strangled Girlfriend Sought by Police

Members of the Jacksonville Police Department are looking for a man they believe is responsible for...Read More.

Minimum-Wage Employees to See Pay Increase Soon

Workers currently receiving the federal-minimum wage of $6.55 per hour will see an increase in their paychecks later...Read More.

Man Shot to Death in California Drive-by Shooting from Jacksonville

A Jacksonville man, who was part of a family reunion in Bakersfield, Calif., was apparently shot to death as a...Read More.

Benefit Scheduled to Help Support Local Family

A special benefit to help a local woman fight cancer and meet the needs of her family will be held...Read More.

SFA to Open Early Childhood Research Center

Stephen F. Austin State University will celebrate the opening of its new Early Childhood Research Center on...Read More.

City's Planning Efforts Pay off as Sales-Tax Revenues Dip Slightly

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Henderson County Sheriff Seeks Public's Help in Locating Top Ten Fugitives

The Henderson County Sheriff’s Department and Henderson County Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s help in...Read More.

Great Texas Balloon Race Set for July 10-12 in Longview

July 10-12 will bring the return of the Great Texas Balloon race to the East Texas Regional Airport and marks 31 years of...Read More.

Two East Texas Women Guilty of Mail Fraud

Two East Texas women plead guilty to federal mail fraud charges in the...Read More.

Authorities Discover Pipe Bomb, Arrest Suspect

A pipe bomb was discovered Wednesday afternoon hidden in a shed located in a rural area of Anderson County between...Read More.

Tyler City Council Calls for Special Election

At their meeting on July 8, the Tyler City Council unanimously approved a resolution to hold a...Read More.

Dog-fighting Ring Busted in Panola County

U.S. Attorney John M. Bales announced Tuesday that a combined task force of federal, state and...Read More.

Update: Officials Release Identity of Woman Found Dead in Home

Anderson County Sheriff Greg Taylor released the identity of a woman found dead Monday night in...Read More.

Westwood ISD Making Improvements

Summer renovation projects are going well at Westwood Independent School District campuses, according to...Read More.

PISD Takes Major Step Toward Rebuilding

Now that a $64 million school-bond issue has been approved, plans are underway to hire a firm to...Read More.

A Treasure Trove of History

Houston County has long been recognized as one of the most historic counties in Texas. Established in 1837, the county was the...Read More.

Vehicle Burglars Captured at Apartment Complex

At about 4:04 a.m. Tuesday, Sgt. David Hazel of the Longview Police Department was patrolling the...Read More.

Longview Man Sentenced in Crack-Cocaine Case

A 36-year-old Longview man has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a Gregg County crack-cocaine trafficking ring in...Read More.

Gregg County Man Guilty of Federal Drug Crimes

U.S. Attorney John M. Bales announced Monday that a 33-year-old Longview man pleaded guilty to...Read More.

Beef Cattle Short Course Slated for Texas A&M

One of the largest cattle and forage events in Texas is coming up next month in College Station...Read More.

Bullard Man Admits to Killing Brother

A man has been arraigned on murder charges for allegedly shooting his brother after an...Read More.

18-Wheeler Accident Causes Major Chemical Spill

The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is diverting traffic on Highway 59 between Timpson and Tenaha after an...Read More.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Drug Possession, Reveals Warrants

A routine traffic violation revealed numerous violations and led to the arrest of...Read More.

Staples to Seek Second Term As Texas Agriculture Commissioner

Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples announced that he will run for a second term in...Read More.

Henderson County Officials Arrest Two for Drug Possession

The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit investigated a report of...Read More.

Police Arrest, Charge Man for Death of Pedestrian

Police have arrested a driver allegedly responsible for a hit-and-run that caused the death of a...Read More.

Henderson County Authorities Seize Weapons, Drugs, Make Three Arrests

A search warrant executed by Henderson County authorities led to three arrests and the...Read More.

Bullard "Blast in the Sky" (Video #2)

"Blast in the Sky 2009" in Bullard, Texas on July 3, 2009. Includes Lauren Alexander, fireworks show and more...View Now

Anderson County Burn Ban Remains in Place

Although Anderson County welcomed the showers that fell Sunday and Monday, bringing much needed rainfall, the...Read More.

Mayor's Goodwill Trip a Success

Calling it one of the most emotional trips he has ever made, Palestine Mayor Bob Herrington said the trip he and...Read More.

Bullard "Blast in the Sky" (Video)

Country recording artist, Lauren Alexander, sings the National Anthem at Bullard's "Blast in the Sky" celebration held Friday, July 3, 2009...View Now

Holiday Gathering Ends with Shooting

Police have identified a suspect in a shooting that occured at a 4th of July party Saturday in...Read More

TPWD Invites Public to help Remove Giant Salvinia from Lake Sam Rayburn

Volunteer boaters will be able to net giant salvinia and remove it this month from...Read More.

Fourth of July at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center

A large crowd enjoyed an evening of food, fishing and fireworks at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in...Read More.

Palestine Tea Party Draws Large Crowd

The TEA (Taxed Enough Already) party protest held in downtown Palestine on July 4, 2009 was a huge success according to...Read More

Tyler Woman Stabbed by Live In Boyfriend

Tyler Police responded to a stabbing call in Tyler...Read More

Palestine Mayor Bob Herrington on Trip of Goodwill

Newly elected Palestine Mayor Bob Herrington is making a journey to Vicksburg, Miss. for a...Read More.

Governor Signs School Supplies Tax Holiday Bill

The School Supplies Tax Holiday bill was signed by the Governor. It is for...Read More.

Jacksonville Chamber, ISD Sponsors Third Annual Children Health, Events Fair

Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, Jacksonville ISD and numerous partners are sponsoring the...Read More.

Authorities Confirm Four H1N1 Cases in Angelina County

According to the Texas Department of State Health Services Web site, Angelina County has...Read More.

Reports Say Elkhart Water Safe for Cosumption

The citizens of Elkhart who use the city’s water supply no longer have to boil water before...Read More.

Anderson County Now Under Burn Ban

The Anderson County Commissioner’s Court has issued a 45-day burn ban that is...Read More.

Fundraising for Liberty Hall helped by $100,000 Pledge

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Anderson County Sheriff Greg Taylor Speaks About Burn Ban

Anderson County speaks with Gary Richards about the newly enacted burn ban in Anderson County and the upcoming 4th of July weekend...Listen.

Town Hall Meeting Scheduled for Nacogdoches

East Texas citizens will have an opportunity to talk transportation at a town hall meeting scheduled later this...Read More.

Boating Safety Tips

According to Texas Parks & Wildlife Department there are several boating safety tips that could help you be safe when you're on the water this summer...Read More

Vehicle Crimes Increase During Summer Months

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Texas Has a New Child Safety Seat Law

Effective September 1, 2009, Texas will have a new child safety seat law. The law states that children under 8 years of age – unless taller than 4 feet 9 inches – will need to be in a...Read More

56 Percent Say Cowboys Will Be Mediocre in '09

YourEastTexas.com's recent poll shows that most people who voted seem to think the Dallas Cowboy's will be a mediocre team in the upcoming season...Read More

Bill Strong Speaks about Daughter Gwendolyn, Rare Disease

Bill Strong, father of 2-year-old Gwendolyn, who is suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy, a rare paralyzing and terminal disease. The family is driving 5,000 miles across country to campaign on behalf of their daughter and to raise awareness for the disease...Listen.