The decision to go forward with the development of the Anderson Towne Crossing will have to undergo a final vote. The Mount Pleasant city council sat for four hours, listening to concerned residents, legal experts, and city officials. With the changes that the Anderson Towne Crossing would bring,…
Candidates have filed for places on the Mount Pleasant City Council. Places 3, 4, and 5, currently held by Galen Adams, Tim Dale and Henry N. Chappell II, respectively, will be up for election. City Council Place 3 Seth Alexander Jonathan Hageman City Council Place 4 Kelly Redfearn Tim Dale City…
  On an unusually chilly March morning, though the clouds tried to dampen people’s spirits, the sun came out and the Hidden Gem Trade Days of Mount Pleasant shined a light on small businesses and local crafters. The event coordinator, Jessica Hanna, says the Hidden Gem Trade Days is about to…
Votes were tallied in Titus County for the March 5 primary election, which included several local, state and national spots, as well as thirteen propositions. LOCAL County Attorney • JohnMarkCobern-100% Sheriff • ChrisBragg-100% County Tax Assessor • MelissaStevens100% Constable PCT. 2 •…
The Mount Pleasant High School chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) attended the 40th annual Teach Tomorrow Summit at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, on February 27-March 1. Five members attended the state competition after qualifying at area in December. Over 300 schools…
Mount Pleasant High School Engineering program seniors participated in an Engineering Roundtable on February 23 at Northeast Texas Community College. NTCC invited engineers currently working in the industry to rotate among the students and discuss education, careers, and engineering opportunities…
Members of the Mount Pleasant High School Goin’ Gold Band participated in the UIL Region IV Solo and Ensemble Contest with 39 members earning 45 first division medals and advancing to the UIL State Solo and Ensemble contest. Students auditioned as a soloist and/or as part of an ensemble on Friday,…
The MPHS Varsity and JVA Winter Guards accepted a challenge to compete at the Winter Guard International (WGI) Austin Regional at Glenn High School in Leader on March 4-5. The competition featured 40 teams in the Scholastic A division with most coming from large 6A programs from the Austin, Houston…
In the heart of East Texas where I live, where the pine trees whisper secrets about what could have been and the sun casts a golden hue, I encountered a homeless man whose untold story of loss tugged at my heart. His eyes reflected a deepness of sorrow and loss as he shared with me in a moment of…
W hether you’re dreaming of lush gardens, tranquil water features, or vibrant outdoor living spaces, or just a nice and tidy lawn, choosing the right landscaper can make all the difference. If you’re thinking about enlisting someone to help with your lawn and garden, BBB has a few tips to make…
The Mount Pleasant High School chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) attended…
DALLAS – Dallas College Richland women’s basketball’s Paris Beard was named the Dallas Athletic…
The decision to go forward with the development of the Anderson Towne Crossing will have to undergo a final vote. The Mount Pleasant city council sat for four hours, listening to concerned residents, legal experts, and city officials.

Candidates have filed for places on the Mount Pleasant City Council. Places 3, 4, and 5, currently held by Galen Adams, Tim Dale and Henry N. Chappell II,…
Last weekend in College Station, NTCC honors-student essayists won their 33rd, 34th, 35th, and 36th Caldwell essay awards in Texas history. Together, these…
These 3 Tigers broke school records this season:
Seventeen individual MPHS Powerlifters qualified and competed in Regional Powerlifting, the Lady Tigers at Pine Tree on February 29 and the Tigers at Tyler…
In the heart of East Texas where I live, where the pine trees whisper secrets about what could have been and the sun casts a golden hue, I encountered a…
“Well, it’s one for the money, two for the show, Three to get ready now go, cat, go But don’t you, step on my blue suede shoes.” — Rock and roll standard…
Speaking in public for the last time on Mar. 18, 1863, Sam Houston told the citizens of the town that bore his name, “The welfare and glory of Texas will be…
Funeral service for Ja’Cory Donta’ Chism, 40, of Mt. Pleasant, will be 11:00 A.M Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant. Interment…
Funeral service for Dr. Howard Hawkins, 85, of Mt. Pleasant, will be 11:00 A.M Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant. Interment in…
Memorial Service for Alfred E. Cannon, 83, of Omaha, will be 1:00 P.M Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Tumey Mortuary Chapel, under the direction of Tumey Mortuary,…