What are the dates for upcoming events?
The Texas County Fair-Old Settlers Reunion is Aug. 6-9, 2008, at the Houston Area Chamber of Commerce Fairgrounds. The Emmett Kelly Clown Festival is May 1-2, 2009.
When are the newspaper’s deadlines?
The Messenger deadline is noon Monday. The news, classified and advertising deadline for the Herald is noon Tuesday.
Does my classified ad appear in other newspapers?
Yes, ads placed with the Houston Herald also appear in the Licking News and on the Herald’s Web site.
What is the circulation of the Herald?
About 4,175 receive the print edition. e-Herald, an electronic edition, also is available online. The Messenger, which goes to non-subscribers and also is a section of the Herald, goes to about 9,950 homes in Texas, Phelps and Dent counties.
How do I place an ad for Texas County Today, the newspaper’s information channel that appears in Houston, Raymondville and Licking homes?
Simply by calling the newspaper at 417-967-2000 and asking to place an ad on television.
What is the newspaper’s mailing address?
It is P.O. Box 170, Houston, Mo. 65483. The office is located across the street from Texas County Title. The physical address for shipping is 113 N. Grand, Houston, Mo. 65483.
Are past issues or archives available of the Houston Herald?
Yes, issues from 1949 to the present are available at the Houston Herald’s Website. Click “archives.” They are searchable, and you can even get archival copies of anything that ever been published.
Do you do printing?
Yes, its printing arm, Houston Printing, does a variety of printing. Turn-around-time is usually five business days or fewer.
What is the charge for wedding and obituary notices?
There is no charge for either. The Herald reserves the right to edit submissions.
Can I place an ad on the Internet?
Yes, the newspaper provides a variety of Internet advertising services. Click here.
Can I place a classified online?
Yes. Click here.
Can I purchase a subscription online?
Yes. Click here.