(Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 22, 2025) Robert Ernest Martin, age 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 15, 2025. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. While our hearts grieve his absence, we rejoice in the unshakable hope that Bob is now fully healed and […]
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The scaly denizens of Elder Lake will be freshly-stocked and looking for a snack Saturday as Kilgore Economic Development Corporation invites anglers young-and-old for Family Fishing Day 2025. Structural damage to the Synergy Blvd. Bridge required restricted access and weekend closures this year, and Kilgore EDC staffers are eager to welcome the public back to
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By Dr. M. Ray PerrymanPublished in syndication December 10, 2025 Although Texas has been faring somewhat better than most areas, the state is not immune to the national and global economic slowdown. Current challenges are affecting key industries and the pace of hiring, but expansion is expected over a long-term horizon. The Perryman Group’s latest
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The Kilgore Rooster’s safe for another day, but there are 350 frozen turkeys looking for new homes in Kilgore, and the formerly-feathered fowl are getting a hand from Gabriel/Jordan Buick GMC, 20/20 Vision Ministries and other community donors. The partners will be giving away the turkeys beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. It’s a
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Kilgore Economic Development Corporation’s work with companies, governmental partners, community members continues to bear fruit decades on… KEDC Press Release | Investing in itself, Kilgore has seen industrial property values grow 551 percent in the past three-and-a-half decades. In 1990, when Kilgore Economic Development Corporation was formed, those values were approximately $67 million. In 2025,
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There are two classical Christmas concerts in the works this week and next, beginning with Friday’s debut holiday performance by the East Texas Community Philharmonic Orchestra. Spearheaded by conductor Shannon Roberts of The Studio Kilgore in partnership with Kilgore College, admission is free for the seasonal showcase, set for 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, in
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The Kilgore FFA Booster Club is hosting its 22nd annual Chili Cook-off Saturday, welcoming all comers to help raise funds for local efforts. Set for 6 p.m. at the Kilgore Ag Farm at 225 Wilshire Road, the chili’s free to taste, and tickets will be available for purchase in order to vote for entries.Awards include
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Press Release Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock today said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.5 billion in November, 5.4 percent more than in November 2024. The majority of November sales tax revenue is based on sales made in October and remitted to the agency in November. “State sales tax collections showed strong growth last month
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Kilgore’s annual Veterans Day commemoration is set for 9 a.m. Tuesday at the U.S. Veterans Monument of Kilgore at Harris Street Park.“Veterans Day is to remember the ones who have served. Memorial Day is to remember the ones who died serving our country,” veteran and former Kilgore Mayor Joe Parker said.Participants from Kilgore’s Trail Life
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August 6, 1940 — October 26, 2025 Gladewater, Texas Johnny Warren Mills, Sr., born on August 6, 1940, in Center, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025, in Longview, Texas. He led a remarkable life dedicated to family, music and service, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by his family and friends.
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