Area News

If you were wondering what has been taking place along the city’s sidewalks in Cooper, in addition to the brick project — gas lines are currently being replaced on all sides of the square. On Tuesday, July 14, contractors began working on replacing the gas lines on the southside square. One of the workers reported…

The Delta Roping Club presents its 77th Annual Cooper Rodeo, beginning tonight, July 17, at 8 p.m. at the Cooper Rodeo Arena. The Rodeo will continue tomorrow, July 18, also beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids, ages 12 and under; toddlers, ages 3 and under, get in free.…

Friday and Saturday, July 10-11, 2026 @ 8 p.m. Sponsored by BUSCH Light Rodeo, Ladonia Storage, Kevin Mayberry and K95.5 Radio Eastman Arena located on FM 64 @ CR 3360, Ladonia, Texas Beautiful modern 150ft x 300ft, all steel arena, comfortable seating throughout the facility Rodeo begins at 8 p.m. each evening. Slack will run…

This year, 2026, marks the Delta County Country Club’s 100th-year Anniversary! What was once a local agricultural hub for farmers to meet and chat, is now a 9-hole golf course, still being used today for fellowship and fun. Also, did you know the Delta County Country Club is member-owned? How amazing is that!? Get your…

There were over 50 seen in attendance at the Delta County Public Library last week, as kids and adults alike enjoyed the symphonic sounds of “Strings and Stories” of Mount Vernon. Everyone enjoyed the stories “The 3 Pigs” and “Ferdinand the Bull,” accompanied by the sounds of the Mount Vernon musical group. According to staff…

THERE’S STILL TIME TO “UNEARTH A STORY” Get your SUMMER READING PROGRAM packet at the library now – we’re open TUES-THURS 10-5, FRI 10-4. Read books, fill out a Reading Log, win prizesThe program runs until Friday, July 31 so LET’S GET STARTED      

The South Sulphur Unit at Cooper Lake State Park is in the process of a new build — a new pier in Sunset Cove. On Friday, June 5, the staff of the Texas Parks and Wildlife at Cooper Lake State Park posted on Facebook, “PIER UPDATE! It’s getting close! The exact completion date is still…

Charleston, Texas is now hosting a Farmers Market every Saturday morning at the Charleston Square. All food goods are grown locally. This Market will finally allow the opportunity for our beloved Charleston farmers a chance to shine — in the garden, and from the kitchen.