Larry Glen Havenhill Obituary

April 3, 1944 – March 31, 2026 Larry Glen Havenhill, age 81, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of March 31, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1944, in Pampa, Texas, to Harry and Margaret (Burnham) Havenhill. He married Judy Gordon on September 5, 1964, in Pampa, Texas. Larry proudly served […]

Phones down, eyes up, Texas

Whatever’s on the phone, it can’t be as important as what’s in front of you on the road. Pay attention behind the wheel — it can save a life. Unfortunately, drivers sometimes forget their fellow Texans and drive distracted. The Estelle family in Tarrant County knows all too well how losing focus can lead to […]

SFA students earn honors at state FBLA competition

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Eight students from Stephen F. Austin State University’s Future Business Leaders of America student chapter earned honors at the collegiate FBLA State Leadership Conference in March in Dallas. They advance to the collegiate FBLA National Leadership Conference in June in Las Vegas. “These students have been truly dedicated to our student FBLA chapter […]

Jerry Bob Smelley Obituary

August 24, 1941 ~ April 1, 2026 (age 84) Jerry Smelley Obituary Jerry Bob Smelley, 84, of Athens, Texas, passed away on April 1, 2026, at UT Health, Tyler.  Jerry is under the care of Dickie Allen Funeral Home in Cushing, Texas,  Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will be posted when made available. To send flowers to the family […]

Edward Lee Ash Obituary

June 7, 1936 – March 30, 2026 Edward Lee Ash passed away on March 30, 2026, in Nacogdoches at the age of 89. He was born June 7, 1936, in Charleston, West Virginia. Friends and family are invited to a visitation at Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm, […]

Consent Is Not Confusing” Family Crisis Center of East Texas Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is nationally recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and educating communities about prevention and healthy relationships. Throughout the month, the Family Crisis Center of East Texas brings attention to the issue of sexual violence. This year, the agency’s awareness theme is “Consent Is Not Confusing.” The […]

GARDEN CAPITAL HOSTING TOUR OF HOME GARDENS

NACOGDOCHES – The Garden Capital of Texas will showcase some of its most beautifully landscaped gardens during the Tour of Home Gardens, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16 and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 17. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at participating gardens on the day of […]