A Matter of Compassion

By Editor | April 16, 2023 |

SUNDAY April 16, 2023

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.”

Coretta Scott King

Many folks from the Upper East Side of Texas already realize the impact of their positive actions on others. Kudos to the East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) for recently honoring individuals whose contributions improve our communities. Read more about their achievements in the article below.

Angelina — the Native Texan who became the namesake for the Angelina River and Angelina County — is also widely remembered for helping early explorers of the region. The article below explains early Texas history and why her legend continues. — Lisa Tang

For more stories about history, lifestyle and entertainment, and cultural events in the region visit the County Line eMagazine. Check out the March/April eEdition for stories and features and visit our calendar and Live Music sections. It’s all online in County Line Magazine.

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Photograph by Katie-Rose Watson of flower bouquets at the Downtown Rockwall’s Farmers’ Market. See more photos on The Rose Table’s website.

FEATURE

Vetoni’s Offers Best Italian in Cedar Creek Lake Area

Vetoni’s Italian restaurant is local, family-owned, and a favorite dining choice In Gun Barrel City for more than two decades. Not many restaurants stay in business that long but Vetoni’s has found success serving traditional Italian entrees that are tasty, fresh, and appealing in a relaxed atmosphere. READ MORE.

THIS TIME OF YEAR

Angelina County Organized April 22, 1846

Angelina County — home to towns like Lufkin, Zavalla, Hudson, Huntington and Diboll — is the only Texas county named for a local woman. The Texas and American revolutions were rife with strong, influential women certainly worthy of such an honor. The only one to receive it, however, was a simple, young Hainai Native American girl whose actual name history has lost. READ MORE.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

ETCOG Confers Regional Awards For Contributions

The East Texas Council of Governments (ETCOG) honored regional citizens who exemplify excellence in performance, innovation, and contributions to the community at its 103rd Semi-Annual Board of Directors Meeting last month at Bear Creek Smokehouse in Marshall. Seven individuals were honored for their outstanding service. READ MORE.

ART & CULTURE

Video of Radney Foster performing "Nobody Wins" 30 years ago.

Award-Winning Songwriter Performs at Texan Theater

Award-winning singer and songwriter Radney Foster performs at the Texan Theater in Greenville at 7 p.m. on April 21. The fan party celebrates the 30th anniversary of Foster’s solo-debut album, Del Rio, TX 1959. READ MORE.