August 12, 2009 RSS feed / News

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MLMS GETTING READY

Even though summer is not yet officially over, Maude Laird Middle School is gearing up with camps for both football and volleyball.( above) Shyanna Kingig, eighth grader hits the ball with Haley Hinton in the background, also an eighth grader. More...

New guides make Texas State park visits a breeze

AUSTIN — Texans still looking to take a summer trek amid a sputtering economy without breaking the bank need look no further than a nearby state park for an affordable and enjoyable vacation destination. More...

Kilgore couple's nephew makes Ensign

Navy Ensign Steve Crowston, nephew of Nell and Wayne Easley of Kilgore, recently received a commission to his current rank in the U.S. Navy while serving aboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) homeported in San Diego, Calif. More...

Sales tax holiday offers best savings ever

AUSTIN — Shoppers will save more than ever before during the annual sales tax holiday, which now includes more than two dozen school supply items in addition to clothing and backpacks. More...

PETS OF THE WEEK

"Pretty Baby," is a cat with a lot to offer! She will fill your home with style and grace. She is quiet, eventempered, and gentle, but also playful and affectionate. "Blue," a male Staffordshire mix, is happygo lucky, friendly, and a gorgeous guy! More...

Inmate released in error is re-arrested

Kilgore police and Gregg County sheriff 's deputies arrested Jerry Don Nail of Kilgore late Saturday and returned him to the county jail after officials realized he had been released in error. Nail, 51, was arrested on Oct. More...

KILGORE POLICE REPORT

Kilgore police officers worked 58 calls and made six arrests between 12:01 a.m. Friday and midnight Sunday. More...