We are all fortunate to live in a country where we have a Constitution that was written by some of the brightest minds in human history. Those gentlemen had the foresight and wisdom to create a …

We are saddened at the passing of Betty Jo Wilson on April 24, but we know where she is and rejoice with our Savior that she is now home. I know that Betty Jo would be so thankful to her niece …

Mike Blum seems to be everywhere doing everything in the Rio Grand Valley.  He lives in McAllen and knows all about the valley.  He says the area covered by 11 states is smaller than the …

Mrs. Deborah Jean Dyer died Friday, April 19. A memorial service was held Wednesday at Scott’s Funeral Home in Gatesville with Pastor Bruce Cox officiating. Debbie is survived by her son, …

Last year, the Dallas Mavericks traded for Kyrie Irving. Though he had previously won an NBA Championship and was highly regarded as a talent, the trade was viewed with a great deal of skepticism and …

Dr. Texas Ruegg got his first name from his great-great grandmother.  “The family was moving from Tennessee, traveling by covered wagon,” he says, “and my great-great …

This past weekend the Masters golf tournament was held at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The Masters is one of the four men’s major championships in professional golf, and …

The next Pearl Bluegrass event and Pearl Cottage Bookstore Day will be May 4. The bluegrass event usually has jammers the evening before. The bookstore opens at 9 a.m. on that Saturday and closes at …

After graduating from the University of Texas with a degree in journalism, Wes Reeves of Amarillo got a job at a newspaper and wrote about Panhandle people.  Ten years ago, he started writing …

The Coryell County 4-H Livestock Judging Team placed fourth in the junior division at the Leon County contest on Friday. Thomas Belt won high point individual honors. Barbara Eakin, of Portland, …

I have tried to remember the first time I heard about the eclipse arriving in April of 2024. My recollection takes me to a meeting I had months ago with Scott Albert, the Gatesville City Manager, and …

Some towns are currently in the middle of a political campaign. It is the constitutional right of each voter to be able discuss and discern the pros and cons of candidates or propositions like bond …

As Special Events Coordinator for the City of Gatesville, I want to express my heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the following: Police Chief Brad Hunt for his sincere care and concern for our …

A memorial service will be held for Regina Medart at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Pearl Community Fellowship Church on FM 183 in Pearl. Everyone is invited to attend. We extend our …

Little Miss Alison Joy David, of Roanoke, made her very first appearance for the first time in her life in Mound to meet all the rest of her Hopson families and many cousins at the home of her …

Israel Compos of Pecos has the nickname Pody. “Pody was a sheep dog, and when I was in school, I used to have long straight hair that covered my eyes most of the time,” he says. …

Living in a small town is simply different than living in the big city. If you desire to be close to a vibrant nightlife, dine in a multitude and variety of restaurants, or go to professional ball …

Bret Cali has the general store at Bend, a small place near the Colorado River south of San Saba. It has beer and music and the flavor of Luckenbach. “Some people say it’s the new …

Mrs. Martha Ann Lawhorn was honored for her birthday on Saturday. It was hosted by Elizabeth Phillips.  Those attending were Ryan Phillips, Zoie Rhoades, Craig, LaWanda and Rhett Lawhorn, of …

All the churches in Pearl reported big attendances for their Easter services last week. The Pearl Church of Christ (C of C) even had to bring in chairs for the 102 souls that day! Of course, everyone …