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  1. Article · Oct 1, 2026 · Lia Portillo

    'Keep the traditions going': Western Days, chili cook-offs set this weekend in Hallsville - Longview News-Journal (opens the original)

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    Published 5:30 am Thursday, October 1, 2026 Flavors and tradition will blend this weekend in Hallsville as two of the city’s most anticipated annual events return. Festivities for the 53rd annual Hallsville Western Days are set Friday and Saturday, while the 29th annual Hallsville Western Days Chili Cook Off and the 25th annual East Texas Chili Pod Cook Off are scheduled Saturday and Sunday. The festival was created in the 1970s as a way to raise funds for the city park and included a horse show

  2. Article · Sep 29, 2026 · Lia Portillo

    ‘A cultural event’: Texas Sounds International festival returns this week to Marshall - Marshall News Messenger (opens the original)

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    Published 5:40 am Tuesday, September 29, 2026 The Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards festival returns this week, bringing more than 20 performers from across the globe to Marshall. The festival is a competition, but many artists and guests return each year to experience the international community that arises from the three-day event. “Our fans this year suggested that we start calling it the Olympics of Country Music, because like top athletes, top artists come from around the worl

  3. Article · Sep 28, 2026 · Lia Portillo

    Hispanic Heritage Month: Marshall native embraces community service, honors Mexican heritage - Marshall News Messenger (opens the original)

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    Published 5:43 am Monday, September 28, 2026 Editor’s note: This story is part of an occasional series in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Orlando Valle says he’s “on the extreme” spectrum among people who volunteer in their communities. “I always tell people you have to have a passion for any kind of board you serve on,” said the Marshall native, whose family is from Mexico. “And I think on a spectrum of people who serve, I’m on the extreme. I like to do a whole lot. I like to s

  4. Article · Sep 25, 2026 · Lia Portillo

    ‘You are celebrated’: Harrison County first responders honored at annual chamber event - Marshall News Messenger (opens the original)

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    Published 5:40 am Friday, September 25, 2026 More than 20 Harrison County first responders were recognized recently at the annual Greater Marshall Chamber of Commerce Law Enforcement and Firefighter appreciation dinner. The chamber was able to give $2,000 more in monetary awards this year compared with 2025. “We want to not only feed our first responders and their families with a complimentary meal, but again, we want you to feel valued,” said chamber Executive Director Stacia Runnels. “We want

  5. Article · Sep 24, 2026 · Lia Portillo

    Jefferson Alderman Doug Thompson remembered for dedication to city - Marshall News Messenger (opens the original)

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    Published 5:42 am Thursday, September 24, 2026 Colleagues of Doug Thompson remembered the Jefferson alderman this week as someone devoted to the city “and ready to dig in and do whatever he could.” Thompson, 75, died Sept. 20 after a surgical procedure. He had served on the Marion County Chamber of Commerce board, Jefferson Economic Development Corp. and, most recently, the City Council. Alderman Hollis Shadden said it was an honor to be Thompson’s friend. “Doug was a fantastic guy,” he said. “H

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