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Blotter: May 17, 2026
18+ hour, 1+ min ago (358+ words) Published 1: 00 pm Sunday, May 17, 2026 The following police blotter is provided by the Panola County Sheriff's Office. FM 1971- A Deputy, Precinct 1 Deputy Constable, and Clayton VFD were dispatched for a vehicle that went off the roadway. There was no damage. HWY…...
Arrest Report: May 17, 2026
21+ hour, 1+ min ago (230+ words) Published 10: 00 am Sunday, May 17, 2026 By Special to The Watchman Note: The arrest report is submitted by the Panola County Sheriff's Office. The persons named have not been convicted. Tuesday, May 12 Dorothy Amrie Johnson, 43, was arrested by the Texas Department of…...
Mental Health Fair set May 20 at Panola College
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (256+ words) Published 10: 00 am Saturday, May 16, 2026 By Special to The Watchman Mental health resources from across East Texas will be gathered in Carthage later this month during the upcoming Panola County Mental Health Resource Fair. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May…...
Local students receive free books in eighth annual "Book Blessings
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (202+ words) Published 6: 00 pm Friday, May 15, 2026 By Special to The Watchman First Methodist Church of Carthage conducted its eighth annual "Book Blessings" with thousands of books distributed to hundreds of students from four area school districts on May 4 to May 8. "Book Blessings…...
Pet of the Week: Ren & Stimpy
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (154+ words) Published 3: 30 pm Friday, May 15, 2026 Ren and Stimpy are two 10-month-old kittens with big personalities and an even bigger love for playtime. These adorable little troublemakers are full of energy, curiosity and affection, always ready for toys, snacks and cuddles. The…...
Carthage Book Club holds May monthly meeting
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (243+ words) Published 12: 00 pm Friday, May 15, 2026 By Special to The Watchman The Carthage Book Club held its end-of-the-year meeting Friday, May 8, at 1: 30 p. m. in the Friendship Foyer at First Methodist Church. Hostesses for the meeting were Tonya Cooke and Elizabeth Morris. President Sarah…...
The Panola College Foundation Announces Recipient of the Lawrence R. and Debbie H. Sharp Endowed Scholarship
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (344+ words) Published 5: 00 pm Thursday, May 14, 2026 By Special to The Watchman The Panola College Foundation is proud to announce Jackquelyn Sigala of Carthage, Texas, as the recipient of the prestigious Lawrence R. and Debbie H. Sharp Endowed Scholarship. The Lawrence R. and Debbie H. Sharp Endowed…...
Panola College announces major campus expansion with two new facilities
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (390+ words) Published 7: 30 am Thursday, May 14, 2026 By Special to The Watchman The guaranteed maximum price for the two construction projects is $19, 056, 506, with a total GMP of $19, 885, 425, including the previously approved fiber project GMP. At a time when Panola College continues its commitment…...
DPS increases patrols statewide to enforce seat belt use; prevent distracted driving
4+ day, 15+ hour ago (213+ words) Published 4: 00 pm Wednesday, May 13, 2026 By Special to The Watchman AUSTIN, Texas " The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is increasing patrols statewide as part of its annual All-American Enforcement Campaign ahead of the Memorial Day holiday. From May 11 to May…...
75th Panola County Cattlemen's Pro Rodeo draws crowds, top competitors
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (319+ words) Published 5: 00 pm Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Cowpokes and rodeo fans from across the region gathered in Carthage last weekend as the Panola County Cattlemen's Pro Rodeo celebrated its 75th year of competition and tradition. Held at the Cattlemen's Arena, the annual rodeo featured…...