Long Branch residents and veterans will be honored during an upcoming Armed Services Day celebration hosted by Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday, May 16. The event is scheduled for 7 p ...

Local youth exhibitors took center stage during the 5th annual Panola Christmas Classic, a jackpot livestock show that gave 4-H and FFA students a chance to showcase months of hard work and ...

Hailey is a sweet 2-year-old cat who brings the perfect balance of affection and independence. She enjoys spending time with her people and will gladly soak up attention, but she’s just as comfortable ...

Thomas Oilfield Services has officially opened its newest operations facility in Panola County, marking a major expansion for the East Texas energy service company and a boost to the region’s oil and ...

Panola College is proud to announce the students named to the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the Fall 2025 semester. To qualify for the President’s List, students must complete the semester with a ...

Thanks to the creativity, labor, and investment of our president, Cindy Parker, several handmade Southern Charm quilted jackets were sold at the Quilt Show last week. And just the other day, a visitor ...

Members of the local Democratic Club gathered Tuesday night for a meeting focused on the 2026 election cycle, giving members and residents an opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking state ...

The 21st Annual Piney Woods Quilt Festival brought quilters and visitors from across East Texas and beyond to the Carthage Civic Center earlier this month, showcasing craftsmanship, competition and ...

Sunny skies and a soft breeze welcomed shoppers and vendors as the Panola County Farmers Market opened its 2026 season Saturday behind the Panola County Chamber of Commerce. A large crowd turned out ...

The Gary Lady Bobcats showed plenty of grit Tuesday night, rallying from an early 0–9 deficit in the first quarter to defeat district rival Elysian Fields, 35–28. After a slow start, the Lady Bobcats ...

Schools, law enforcement, and community leaders across Panola County kicked off Red Ribbon Week, joining a nationwide campaign to promote drug-free living and healthy choices among community youth.

While animals took center stage during last week’s Panola County Junior Livestock Show, another part of the event showcased a different set of skills: welding, woodworking and craftsmanship. Students ...