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Was a UFO Spotted Over East Texas?

Amy Austin — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:00:45 +0000

It’s not a bird, it’s not a plane and it’s definitely not Superman — it’s a UFO. What was that in the sky yesterday in Jacksonville? This image appeared on Google Maps when when someone Googled Jacksonville, Texas. The UFO was discovered when Andrea Dove of Houston was getting directions to visit her aunt in [...]

City of Jacksonville's Tomato Fest is Saturday

Lucky Larry — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 17:00:50 +0000

It’s that time once again to celebrate the fruit that many consider and use as a vegetable — the tomato! The 28th annual Tomato Fest is happening Saturday in downtown Jacksonville. The annual event is held in downtown Jacksonville and offers fun for the whole family. The 28th annual event kicks off Saturday morning at [...]

Tomato — The Fruit Of Vegetables

CJ — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:53:12 +0000

Wow! Who would have guessed that the tomato is actually a fruit? Well in 1893 a Supreme Court decision actually declared it a vegetable. Makes you look at those thick slices on your burger differently. With over 7500 varieties, tomatos are used in so many ways. With so many uses, there are many a great recipe out there. The upcoming Jacksonville Tomato Fest should offer up some awesome ways to use your tomato. Check out the funny videos.

Best Places to Go Swimming in Tyler & Longview – Jeff's Top Five

Jeff Evans — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:52:18 +0000

One thing is for sure, Summer is officially here! The above normal temperatures we’ve been experiencing the past few weeks has had everyone heading for either the air conditioning, or the pool! This got me to thinking about the top 5 places in East Texas to go swimming! 1. Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark Just 30 [...]