LATEST: The Texas County Livestock Fair runs through Saturday.
Houston Senior Center receives grant for safety, beautification
More than $5,000 could cover multiple projects.
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New library boosts summer reading participation
This is the first year of the summer reading program in the new Houston library, which opened in October 2025.
Mentors sought for reading program at library
The school district and the library joined to offer the program.
Green sisters continue family tradition at Texas County Livestock Fair
Ember and Everly have prepared for several months for a successful 2026 Texas County Livestock Fair.
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Two killed in Wright County accident
A vehicle struck a concrete building, the state patrol said.
Raymondville man charged with domestic assault, released
Both persons involved gave different versions of what occurred.
TCERT to conduct mass casualty training exercise at Emmett Kelly Park
The event is scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 19.
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OBITUARY: Gary Alfred Murray
He passed away on June 23.
OBITUARY: Blanche Marie McKinney
She passed away on July 5.
OBITUARY: Mark Wayne Breckenridge
He passed away on June 29.
OBITUARY: Alice “Oneta” Duncan
She passed away on June 11.
OBITUARY: Cleta Sue Gaddis
She passed away on June 28.