They’re back again.   At least they are back again here in North America.  Elsewhere, not only hasn’t it left, it’s also almost “man”-datory, more particularly in some...

It was a Wednesday and I should have been in school, but I was at home ill and in bed.  I was eleven years old and in the fifth grade in San Augustine Elementary School,...

Mother’s Day serves as a meaningful reminder to recognize the women who help shape our lives and communities. Whether it is your mother, grandmother, aunt, or another...

On April 21, 1836, the Battle of San Jacinto marked a turning point in Texas history. Led by General Sam Houston, Texas forces secured a swift victory over the Mexican...

In 1937 my father, Cecil, decided to get into county politics.  For reasons known only to him, he filed for the position of County Clerk of  San Augustine County, Texas. ...

This week, we’re taking a closer look at another key House committee—the House Committee on Appropriations, which is responsible for writing and overseeing the state...

Dixon Putting In Place Funding to Save Old Stone Fort(1) After the April 20, 2026 meeting of the Angelina County Genealogical Society, Dickie Dixon will conduct  a short...

Do you believe in the after-life?  Most people seem to believe that God has prepared only two places for human beings to go after death, Heaven or Hell.  Those who have...

Happy April, everyone. We are excited about all the plans for this month. We have the Fussell Cotton Gin historical marker dedication and ribbon cutting on April 21st at...

(1)  Ron Adair will discuss his life and serving as a Seabee on active duty in Vietnam beginning in 1966 at about 6:15 p.m. on April 6, 2026 for the Deep East Texas...

This month marked the 175th birthday of Governor Jim Hogg, the first native-born Governor of Texas and a proud East Texan. Governor Hogg was born near Rusk and spent much...

As we approach Easter Sunday, Christians across East Texas and around the world are reminded of the hope and renewal that comes with the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In...

After the fall of the Alamo, Santa Anna’s army attacked Colonel Jame W. Fannin and his men in the Battle of Coleto, near Goliad. The Texians were defeated and Fannin...

Each year in March, we celebrate Women’s History Month in honor of the extraordinary leaders, educators, artists, and innovators who have impacted our lives and shaped our...

Stone Fort Museum Possibly in Jeopardy  (1)  There is an unsubstantiated rumor that the Stone Fort Museum, now located on the Stephen F. Austin State University campus,...