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East Texas heat, water parks, lazy river fun—cool off at top local and nearby water parks opening soon for the 2026 season.

TxDOT reports 165 fatalities in East Texas in 2025, with unsafe speed, lane violations, and intoxication among the leading causes of deadly crashes.

Smith County residents can get a free landfill voucher in April to dispose of bulky items like furniture and mattresses during the Smith Countywide Cleanup.

Spring is arriving in East Texas with blooming daffodils, busy pollinators, and a packed calendar of family festivals and outdoor events.

Texas drivers know common traffic laws, but there are lesser-known rules—like no riding in trailers—that can still get you a ticket.

Due to the winter storm, many East Texas schools have cancelled classes for Tuesday, January 27.

As an Arctic Blast hits East Texas, linemen and power crews are staged and ready to restore power in dangerous, freezing conditions.

Some things just feel illegal—like picking wildflowers or riding in the back of a pick-up truck, but in Texas, many are surprisingly legal.

Stay vigilant. Be aware. Take your belongings.

It’s officially fall, but East Texas temperatures still feel like summer. Here’s when to expect those beautiful fall colors to finally appear.