Jun 28, 2023 | LIFESTYLE + ENTERTAINMENT, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
By Gary L. Pinkerton Many people may think the life of one who writes about history involves high-ceilinged libraries and musty archives, but that is not the whole story. My life as an author is the story of what happens when you mix serendipity and curiosity with...
Mar 4, 2023 | ARTS + CULTURE, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
By P.A. Geddie The joyful energy coming off any stage lucky enough to hold Ruthie Foster wraps around audience members like a warm quilt on a cold and rainy day. Her passionate Texas blues and Americana vibe brings a sense of peace to listeners that makes them feel...
Mar 1, 2023 | ARTS + CULTURE, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
Kilgore native Ally Venable is releasing a new album March 24. Real Gone is the 23 year old Texas blues/rock guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter’s latest solo effort. The album features guest appearances by Joe Bonamassa and Buddy Guy, two of her biggest influencers....
Feb 24, 2023 | LIFESTYLE + ENTERTAINMENT, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
When County Line Magazine featured Trammel’s Trace in the May/June 2022 issue we recognized the significance of the ancient road, in the settling of East Texas. Now Texas Country Reporter’s Bob and Kelli Phillips share historian Gary Pinkerton’s...
Feb 1, 2023 | LIFESTYLE + ENTERTAINMENT, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
By Julie Parker With five children, a husband, and a family insulation business, Angela Hampton registered for jewelry classes during a busy time of her life. “Wesley (her husband) told me to chase my dream,” Angela says. Having taken numerous art courses at the...
Jan 4, 2023 | ARTS + CULTURE, UPPER EAST SIDE TEXANS
By P.A. Geddie Hank O’Neal is a music producer, author, and photographer. Named for his father, Harold L. O’Neal Jr. was born June 5, 1940, in Kilgore, Texas. Although the family moved away from East Texas when he was a boy, his deep roots, memories, and many...
