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The Lost East Texas City of Concord

The Lost East Texas City of Concord

Embark on a weekend adventure and visit the remnants of this occasionally submerged town.

By Andrew TerpeningAugust 27, 2026 at 2:01 pm EDT

Rock Hounding in East Texas

Hunt for beautiful gems within the Davy Crockett National Forest!

Welcome to Goat Island

Meet the happy herd that populates this tiny, East Texas island.

Prowl Over to this New Breakfast Spot

Grand opening is September 5th, but here is a sneak peek at all the deliciousness at the Tiger’s Eye Bagel Company.

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

You're never too far from fun!

September 02, 2026 at 12:46 pm EDT

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

Here’s where to listen to live music in East Texas, all year round!

By Andrew Terpening

The Gateway to East Texas Sports History

The Gateway to East Texas Sports History

Visit this Greenville stadium that was once home to a Minor League Baseball Team.

By Andrew Terpening

Rejuvenating Families on this East Texas Ranch

Rejuvenating Families on this East Texas Ranch

Peltier Subaru Supports: Elijah's Retreat

By Andrew Terpening

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77th Year of "Good Clean Family Entertainment"

The Gregg County Fair is coming to Longview! September 11th - September 19th

Once, The Largest Sawmill in Texas

Discover what's left of the legendary 4-C Sawmill within the Davy Crockett National Forest.

36 Greens and a Hoppy Good Time

This Longview mini-golf course has it all! Including the ONLY self-serve beer wall in East Texas.

Free Things to Do in East Texas

A quick list of of our favorite things to enjoy around the piney woods, at no cost!

Still Standing 170yrs Later

Visit the historic Wilkins Log Cabin that resides outside of the Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum.

Remnants of New Birmingham

Discover the remains of this once booming East Texas town.

Eat, Drink and be Moo-y

Freshly brewed mead and frolicking highland cows await you at the Slash-O-Meadery in Nacogdoches, TX!

Fine Arts & Theatre

Bigfoot's Art Gallery

Discover his creative works during a hike at the Wood County Arboretum in Quitman, TX!

Spinning Since the 1800’s

See the historic Texas State Railroad Turntable in action in Maydelle, TX.

Oldest Baptist Church in Texas

Discover the 1830's congregation and a replica of their tiny chapel here in the piney woods.

Hunt for Fossils at this East Texas Park

Explore and discover ancient treasures along the Sulphur River!

The Abandoned Storefront

Dialville Store - Dialville, TX