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Take Your Fill from this Roadside Well

Take Your Fill from this Roadside Well

Make a refreshing pitstop at this historic, Van Zandt artesian well.

By Andrew TerpeningSeptember 10, 2026 at 2:50 pm EDT

Books So Good, It’s Scary

Visit this dark academia themed bookstore that's nestled in downtown Tyler.

Win Free Tickets to the Rose City Airfest

Discover how you can score the ultimate prize pack that'll have you soaring with excitement!

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

You're never too far from fun!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

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

September 14, 2026 at 10:24 am EDT

Rock Hounding in East Texas

Rock Hounding in East Texas

Hunt for beautiful gems within the Davy Crockett National Forest!

By Andrew Terpening

Top 5 Favorites | Caddo Lake

Top 5 Favorites | Caddo Lake

A quick list of must-visit destinations around and within the lake.

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

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MORE Free Things to Do in East Texas

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

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.

77th Year of "Good Clean Family Entertainment"

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

Welcome to Goat Island

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

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Rejuvenating Families on this East Texas Ranch

Peltier Subaru Supports: Elijah's Retreat

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!

Once, The Largest Sawmill in Texas

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

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!