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Carlson named new Gainesville EDC director, starts Feb. 8
Matt Carlson, formerly of DeSoto's economic development office, will take over as executive director of the Gainesville Economic Development Corporation next m…
Monday
AgriLife experts share tips for protecting livestock, pets during freeze
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension experts offer advice on protecting animals, plants and property as a major winter storm approaches North Texas.
Jan 23
Lindsay ISD shares weather closing notification procedures
With winter weather threatening the region, Lindsay ISD reminds families how the district communicates school closings and delays through multiple channels.
Jan 23
Major winter storm to bring ice, snow to Cooke County this weekend
A massive winter storm threatens more than 170 million Americans with heavy snow and freezing rain, with North Texas expecting significant ice accumulation sta…
Jan 23
North Texas Medical Center Earns Women's Choice Award
North Texas Medical Center in Gainesville earned recognition on the 2026 Women's Choice Award Best Hospitals list, a distinction achieved by fewer than 15 perc…
Jan 21
Cooke County hires new emergency management coordinator ahead of storm
Rand Brown, a former U.S. Marine with FEMA experience, takes the helm of Cooke County's emergency management just as a major winter storm approaches the region.
Jan 21
GISD students earn honors at Cooke County Livestock Show
Gainesville ISD students brought home multiple awards from the annual Cooke County Livestock Show, showcasing months of dedicated work in raising and showing t…
Jan 20
Chamber Golf Tournament Returns May 1
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 1, with registration beginning at 10 a.m.
Jan 19
Chamber Annual Meeting Set for January 30 at Civic Center
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its 2026 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet on Friday, January 30, at the Gainesville Civic Center.
Jan 16
City to Host Street Improvements Workshop Feb. 14
Residents invited to learn how street projects are prioritized and ask questions at second Talk of the Town event.
Jan 15
Gainesville Launches First Charter Review Since 1996
City Council appoints Charter Commission to review governing document; any proposed amendments require voter approval.
Jan 15
Cooke County Commissioners Enact Burn Ban
Cooke County commissioners enacted a burn ban Monday as dry conditions persist across the region.
Jan 14
Lindsay ISD to host blood drive Jan. 28
Lindsay ISD will host a community blood drive on Tuesday, Jan. 28, offering students, staff, and community members a chance to donate.
Jan 14
Valley View ISD launches AI platform for parent communication
Valley View ISD has introduced Dialogue AI, a new platform allowing students, parents, and community members to submit concerns, questions, and feedback around…
Jan 10
Gainesville Chamber to host 2026 Annual Meeting Jan. 30
The Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce will recognize outstanding members at its 2026 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet on Friday, Jan. 30 at the Gainesville…
Jan 7
Lindsay High School child development students give back to community
Students in Lindsay High School's child development class spent December engaging with younger students through reading programs, craft projects, and community…
Jan 5
Depot Day 2026 returns to downtown Gainesville October 10
Gainesville's signature fall festival returns October 10, 2026, featuring a car show with over 200 vehicles, kids activities, vendors, and live entertainment.
Jan 3
Lindsay second graders perform 'Penelope the Pink-Nosed Puffin'
Second grade students at Lindsay Elementary presented their holiday musical 'Penelope the Pink-Nosed Puffin' to families on December 11.
Jan 3
Lady Knights claim First State Bank Holiday Classic title
Lindsay's girls basketball team captured first place at the First State Bank Holiday Classic, with Chloe Corbett earning tournament MVP honors.
Jan 3
Gainesville ISD launches SMART Tag app for bus rider tracking
Parents can now track their children's bus rides in real-time through a new mobile app that records when students board and exit district buses.
Jan 3
NCTC Foundation celebrates donors and scholarship recipients at annual breakfast
North Central Texas College Foundation honored community supporters and scholarship recipients during its annual Donor Scholar Breakfast on the Gainesville cam…
Dec 19, 2025
New scholarship honors Janet Morris, supports Red River Promise program
A newly endowed scholarship established in honor of Janet Morris will support students pursuing education through North Central Texas College's Red River Promi…
Dec 18, 2025
Muenster faces Shiner in heated holiday matchup Thursday
The Muenster Hornets bring an 11-game winning streak into Thursday's matchup against undefeated Shiner, with both teams looking to extend their dominance headi…
Dec 17, 2025
NCTC launches aviation partnership, expands career training options
North Central Texas College has announced a new partnership with US Aviation Academy to offer FAA-approved Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) maintenance training at …
Dec 17, 2025