Gussied Up: New Trail Highlights the Legacy of Gussie Nell Davis

By P.A. Geddie The birth of dance drill team performances happened first at a rural Texas high school, then on a small college football field before gaining popularity around the world. The inventor of the art form was teacher and choreographer Gussie Nell Davis who...

See ‘Rangerettes’ Exhibit at Kilgore Old Post Office

A collaboration between the City of Kilgore, the Longview Museum of Fine Arts, and REEL East Texas presents Rangerettes, an exhibition of photographs by O. Rufus Lovett on display through February 2026 at The Old Post Office event center in Kilgore. The 31 Kilgore...

A Tasty Getaway in the Upper East Side of Texas

Culinary Excursions in Rural Upper East Side of Texas Provide Flavorful Experiences By P.A. Geddie Those who live in rural Upper East Side of Texas know they are rich for having easy access to the freshest, most delicious foods available from a vast amount of nearby...

Celebrating Audie Murphy’s 100th Birthday

Events Take Place in Farmersville and Greenville for the War Hero and Hollywood Legend Audie Murphy was the most decorated combat soldier of World War II, earning the Medal of Honor at just 19 years old. After the war, he starred in Hollywood movies. He was born June...

Set Your Own Pace for Fun This Summer

With an abundance of lakes, water sports, public beaches, parks, splash pads, and picnic areas, there’s no shortage of summer fun in the Upper East Side of Texas. Take a day trip train through East Texas from Longview to Mineola and back. Enjoy mini golf, bowling,...

Viva Le Boi d’Arc

The City of Bonham is celebrating bois d’arc trees as part of the Bonham Heritage Day Festival at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3 at the Fannin County Courthouse, 101 East Sam Rayburn Drive. The Bonham and Fannin County connection with bois d’arc wood begins in the 1700s when...

Josh Turner Headlines at Rockwall Founders Day Celebration

Rockwall Founders Day celebrates the town’s 171 birthday on Saturday, May 17. The free festival takes place both in downtown Rockwall and at Harry Myers Park, with a robust lineup of family programming that begins at 8 a.m. downtown and culminates that evening with...

Balloons and Music Fill the Air in Longview

Country music’s Joe Nichols is headlining the main entertainment stage this year for the Great Texas Balloon Race that starts with balloon flyovers across the Longview sky on Tuesday, June 10, and culminates with weekend concerts, Texas-themed drone shows, and...

Country Escape Provides Inviting Special Event Haven

Tucked into the rolling hills of Blue Ridge, Texas, in Collin County northeast of Dallas, Buena Vista Ranch redefines event venues with its 74-acre blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication. This family owned retreat offers a canvas for dream weddings, corporate...

Arts Events and Exhibitions Inspire All

ArtWalk Longview takes place several times a year. The next one is June 7. Photo by A.L.O. Photography The exhibit, Scott Joplin's Texarkana! of paintings by artist Henry Fort II takes place May 3-9 at The Gallery at 1894, 105 Olive Street in Texarkana. The newest...

Horsefeathers Presents Art in the Pines

Art in the Pines takes place from 5-7 p.m. May 10 at Horsefeathers Gallery & Gift Shop in downtown Mineola. The evening promises live music, drinks, lite bites, blacksmithing demonstrations and art by local artists. Pictured is art by Jennifer Jesse of...

Hunt County Festival of the Arts

The Hunt County Festival of the Arts takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 10 in downtown Greenville showcasing local talent and celebrating creativity and expression. Explore a diverse selection of artwork including paintings, sculptures, photography, and...