Henderson

On Trend: Nautical Salvage

Trends come and go. That is their inherent nature. Currently a big trend that we all hope will stay is the recycling of materials. What was old is very much new again. Another hot trend right now is the use of industrial detailing in design.
Rusk County officials oppose effort to raise timber truck weights

Rusk County officials oppose effort to raise timber truck weights

The Rusk County Commissioners Court on Monday took a hard stand against legislation that would increase weight limits for timber trucks using county roads and bridges.

How to Prevent Pavement Ants

Pavement ants are common house infesting ants found on the East coast, the Midwest, the South, and parts of the West coast. They are black-brown ants that love to feed on morsels of human food, especially sweets and greasy stuff.

Fun DIY Bird Feeder Ideas

With spring on the way, it's time to start crafting fun bird feeders to attract helpful birds to your yard. Some birds help to pollinate flowering and fruit-bearing plants, and some birds eat annoying pests.

Four Things You Can Do Now to Prevent Mosquitoes

Did you know that mosquito larvae actually hatch in late-February? At least in Massachusetts, they do, according to the Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project.

Three Spring Mantel Ideas

The fun thing about mantels that they are a palette for creative seasonal decor. The mantel is the perfect place for a seasonal vignette. Decorating the mantel is also a great way to add color and pop to a neutral room.

Making a Wreath Out of Peeps

Peeps used to be good for eating, as far as I knew. Those sugar-covered marshmallow birdies were a seasonal treat that came around every spring, and then went on sale after Easter.
East Texas officers’ training focuses on less-lethal weapons

East Texas officers’ training focuses on less-lethal weapons

A law enforcement training exercise ended Wednesday with officers putting together a puzzle inside a cloud of noxious gas.
Henderson council seeks input on cemetery rules

Henderson council seeks input on cemetery rules

 A plan to add new guidelines for headstones and grave decorations in a city cemetery was put on hold until residents have a chance to weigh in.
Henderson council seeks input on cemetery rules

Henderson council seeks input on cemetery rules

The Henderson City Council planned to amend the rules at this week’s meeting but chose to table the item in order to get input and have more time to review the changes, Mayor Pat Brack said.
Rusk Co. Emergency Services District seeks to raise tax rate

Rusk Co. Emergency Services District seeks to raise tax rate

The Rusk County Emergency Services District in May will ask county voters to approve an increase in its tax rate, the first it has sought since being established 23 years ago.
Henderson ISD calls for $27M bond election

Henderson ISD calls for $27M bond election

Hoping the third time’s a charm, the Henderson ISD board voted unanimously Monday to ask voters in May to approve a $27 million bond issue. The project would fund construction of a new Henderson Middle School.
Henderson school board to consider bond election

Henderson school board to consider bond election

The Board of Trustees for the Henderson Independent School District will conduct a special meeting at noon today to decide whether to call a $27 million bond election in May.
Henderson school board to consider bond election

Henderson school board to consider bond election

The Board of Trustees for the Henderson Independent School District will conduct a special meeting at noon today to decide whether to call a $27 million bond election in May.