Lone Star
GOVERNMENT
Daingerfield VFD to no longer respond to all calls outside city limits
DAINGERFIELD, Texas (KETK) – A motion passed by the City of Daingerfield will cease all response by the Daingerfield Volunteer Fire Department outside of city limits. In a memo, the city said a motion was passed for the VFD to no longer respond to life-threatening calls outside of city limits on May 13. That motion […]
East Texas Yamboree Fireworks Show brings celebrations to community
GILMER, Texas (KETK) – The East Texas Yamboree Fireworks Show took place Wednesday night, kicking off Fourth of July celebrations. The night included barbecue, an air show, 20 minutes of fireworks and the announcement of the 87th Yamboree Queen. Katie Hensen, who represented the Twentieth Century Club, was named queen and also presented the winners […]
East Texans prepare to keep Fourth of July celebrations safe
GILMER, Texas — Nearly 74 percent of firework-related injuries happen between June 18 and July 18 – that magic window right over the Fourth of July, according to CBS News. That’s why some firework stands, like the one at Redemption Worship Center in Gilmer, are trying to spread the word of safety as they equip East Texans for their Independence Day celebrations.
23rd annual East Texas Yamboree Fireworks and Airshow to be hosted Wednesday
GILMER, Texas — East Texans have been preparing for their big Fourth of July celebrations and that includes the East Texas Yamboree Fireworks Show. “A lot of “oooo’s” and “ahhhh’s” and “wooooow’s," Air Force veteran Jody Pearson said. That’s the reaction...
The Ultimate Guide To Have A Boomtastic East Texas 4th Of July
We will be celebrating the birthday of our great country Thursday. Many East Texas families will gather and celebrate the 4th of July with food, drink, and fireworks. The house will be full of guests, the lakes will be full of boats and the skies will be lit up after dark.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.