RUMORS

By Editor | February 15, 2026 |

SUNDAY February 15, 2026

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EXPLORING EAST TEXAS

Eagle Country

Eagles soar throughout the Upper East Side of Texas, but the sightings are more common near and around two large, popular bodies of water — Lake Tawakoni and Lake Fork. The lakes are nesting and feeding grounds for bald eagles and more than 260 other bird species. Residents and visitors alike enjoy seeing the feathered friends while enjoying fun things to do in and around the small towns of Rains and Wood counties. Photo by Lisa Hilbers READ MORE

RESTORING NEIGHBORHOODS

Loving Up Historic Homes in Terrell

On Griffith Avenue, the past never feels far away. Along the stretch between Rockwall Street and Ninth Street in Terrell’s historic central district, big porches, towering trees, and Victorian homes watch over generations of families.

Like anything built a century ago, even the strongest homes eventually show their age. For a time, many of the houses on the street quietly slipped into disrepair.

It took the vision of some people who saw beyond crumbling trim and peeling paint to bring this neighborhood back to life.

READ MORE about a few who felt drawn to houses that needed a little “loving up” and played significant roles in Griffith Avenue’s revival. PHOTO: Cartwright Home by Sarah Greenman.

FIRST BLOOMS

Mrs. Lee’s Daffodil Garden Opens This Week

Mrs. Lee’s Daffodil Garden in East Texas is a must see for a short period during February and March. Located between Gladewater and Kilgore, millions of golden daffodils adorn more than 28 acres of a drivable trail. Weather permitting, they open this week. Check their Facebook page for the latest information. Courtesy photo

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

See Drum Tao February 24 at the Cowan Center in Tyler.

February 17

PATH Mardi Gras Party & Fundraiser. Tyler. Stanley’s Famous Pit BBQ. Featuring Revelers Hall Band. stanleysfamous.com

February 19

Count Basie Orchestra. Tyler. The ensemble has garnered acclaim from every corner of the globe, conquering esteemed jazz polls and amassing an impressive collection of 18 Grammy® Awards. Cowan Center. cowancenter.org

February 19-22

A Night at the Copa. Longview. ArtsView’s dazzling teen revue inspired by the glamour of a 1950’s supper club, featuring live performances and interactive fun. With a soundtrack of Rat Pack hits, jazz standards, and vintage favorites, it’s a one-of-a-kind evening that lets young performers shine in a high-energy, cabaret-style setting. ArtsView Children’s Theatre. artsviewchildrenstheatre.com/

February 20-March 1

Rumors. Athens. Henderson County Performing Arts Center. hcpac.org

February 21

Songs of the Land and the Soul. Presented by Mount Vernon Music. Greenville Municipal Auditorium. showtimeatthegma.com.

February 24

Drum Tao. Tyler. Using traditional Japanese drums and the beautiful melody of Japanese flutes and harps. Cowan Center. cowancenter.org

The Glenn Miller Orchestra. Marshall. memorialcityhall.com

February 26-March 1

First Monday Trade Days. Canton. World’s Largest Flea Market. firstmondaycanton.com

February 27

Sue Foley. Nacogdoches. graphite.sfasu.edu/events/

February 28