Palestine Community Pulse

Democratic Rep. Diego Bernal seems confident there is a path toward killing the voucher program, at least as it now exists. He predicts it will...

Heavy rain from a low-pressure system is mostly staying in southwest Texas, but a drizzle or two may reach East Texas this weekend.

• Rain: Maybe a...

Residents were invited to an Arbor Day celebration at Phillips Park (Mills and Spring Streets), set for Friday, November 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.,...

The Palestine public library will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. Plan ahead so you don't make a trip when it's closed.

• Need to return or...

Want help with the library's online resources? Bring your own device to Device Advice today, Friday, Nov. 6, from 10 to 11 a.m. at 502 N. Queen St. A staff member will be available to help you get started on PPL's online resources and services.

Many Texas shops have been family-run for generations, and this guide highlights dozens of long-standing "Texas Treasure Businesses". Two are in...

Looking for an easy way to get to know downtown Palestine? The Monthly Main Street Walk, hosted by Palestine Main Street, runs Friday, November 6,...

Strong to severe storms are possible across Central Texas from late Monday into early Tuesday morning.

• Timing: Storms are expected to reach the...

City offices and facilities will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day. Normal operations resume on Thursday,...

Repairs at the Lake Palestine Water Treatment Plant aim to restore full treatment capacity and help maintain consistent water quality for Tyler...

Texas & Eastern has finished Phase I of a roughly $30 million track rebuild between Palestine and Rusk and has started Phase II.

• Phase I was mainly...

The 2026 festival was set for October 30-31, with Friday and Saturday in two different spots.

• Friday, Oct. 30: Cornhole tournament with cash prizes...

Most listings in this roundup are in nearby towns, but two are in Palestine itself:

• Main Street Walk: Friday, 10-11am, starting at 502 N. Queen St....

Palestine's history is preserved in a photograph of the Historical Marker: Palestine High School, identified as a primary source in the Portal to...

If you're ordering from The Flower Shop, the Florist's Choice daily deal is recommended for the freshest blooms, since shipments of some flower types...

If you need truck work in Palestine, J & B Auto and Truck is at 1414 TX-256 Loop, near Texas 256 Loop.

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to...

Quick reference for Palestine, Texas:

• Location: A city in Anderson County and its county seat, roughly 44 miles from Tyler and 53 from Corsicana.
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A 650-acre ranch on Lake Palestine is slated to become Texas' next state park. The available coverage does not yet detail what that would mean for local residents, so watch for specifics on access and land use.

The City of Palestine will test its Outdoor Warning System today, Wednesday, November 4, at 4:00 p.m.

• How long: Sirens sound for about 90...

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