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Story-telling and reading books make our children grow and mature in the wonders of education and entertainment. The Waskom Public Library encourages readers of all ages to continue in their development during this summer vacation […]

The Hootens are returning to Waskom with their Gospel Concert Series. This talented family of Southern and Contemporary Gospel singers is renown in the region. Their inspirational concerts bring joy and excitement to the Waskom […]

David M. Dulude, Sr., Chief of the Waskom ISD Police Department recently graduated from the Leadership Command College, Class 81 of the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas. The program is taught by […]

Waskom Lions Club President Jimmy Cox received the “Melvin Jones Award” Thursday evening, presented by Marty Vaughan on behalf of the Lions Club and Waskom community. Lions Club President Jimmy Cox joins the list of […]

Waskom’s Library kept its tradition going in the Summer Reading Program, with a full house of children, with parents and grandparents coming from the Ark-La-Tex region to enjoy the summer program complete with a visiting […]

Waskom’s First Baptist Church VBS celebrated their Thursday night finale with a bright and colorful light display that accentuated the stage production of the VBS extravaganza, graduating night. WFBC Youth Pastors Jacob and Amy Speight […]

First Baptist Church of Waskom Vacation Bible School Launches for the Summer 2018 Session GAME ON ! June 18 through June 21 9:00 AM to 12 Noon For Ages of 4 Yrs. – 6th Grade […]

The summer reading program at the Waskom Public Library will be held each Thursday at 2:00 from June 21-July 26. This year’s program’s theme is “Kids Rock” and all children are invited to participate. Listed […]

“America would not be the land of the free, if it were not the home of the brave.” This theme echoed over the flags flowing at Restland Cemetery last Saturday, each representing a veteran from […]

The Waskom First Baptist Church celebrated the first-year anniversary of Dr. Ivy & Aimee Shelton as the Pastor of Waskom’s First Baptist Church. The congregation turned out in full force for the celebration, enjoying a […]

The 2018 Waskom Independent School District School year is winding down, with the WISD having an early closing on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 1:00 PM. Just in the nick of time, on May 30, […]

May 27th was a day of worship and celebration for Dr. Mary Hughes, Pastor and Founder of the Jesus Full Gospel Church of Waskom, celebrating nearly a quarter of a century of serving the community. From […]

From Waterloo, New York to Waskom, Texas, the first “Memorial Day” was known as “Decoration Day” to honor fallen Union soldiers from the Civil War, known as the Grand Army of the Republic held on […]

May 25th, at the Marshall Convention Center was the stage for the Waskom Wildcats graduating senior class to a packed house of family, staff and community.  The WISD was there in full force from the […]

June 2, 2018, Saturday morning at 10:00 AM Join us, Mayor Jesse Moore and our Community in remembrance and in prayer honoring our past and present veterans, men and women of the United States Armed […]

Waskom Mayor Jesse Moore, the city of Waskom known as the historical, “Gateway To Texas”, the Waskom Chamber of Commerce, with the Marshall Chamber of Commerce, join together with the Texas Bureau of Tourism to […]

Sunday, May 27, 2018, 5:00 PM, marks the 24th Anniversary Celebration, led by Founder and Pastor Mary Hughes, PhD. The Waskom Community is invited to attend this historical church and celebration of this faithful congregation, […]

The Waskom Ministerial Alliance sponsored the Baccalaureate Ceremony at Waskom High. The opening Invocation was delivered by WIASD School Board President Jacob Speight. A warm welcome by Asst. Superintendent of CIA, Rae Ann Patty greeted […]

The Hootens are returning to Waskom with their Gospel Concert Series. This talented family of Southern and Contemporary Gospel singers is renown in the region. Their inspirational concerts bring joy and excitement to the Waskom […]

The Waskom Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Service was honored on May 14th, 2018, at 7 PM at the Waskom Fire Department Station by Waskom Mayor Jesse Moore, who issued a proclamation honoring these faithful and […]

Daniel Shelton traveled all the way to Bryan College Station, the George P. Mitchell Tennis Center, to the University Interscholastic League State Tournament, to win and waxed his first match 6-0, 5-7, 7-6. Advancing to […]

The 2018 year school is coming to an academic end for this year, as the finest of Waskom’s Wildcats rise to the top of academic excellence. The torch of achievement was honored and passed on […]

The Marshall Police Department hosted a Law Enforcement Memorial Service on May 16th at the Marshall Visual Arts Center, during this week of National Police Week, from the 13th through the 19th of May, 2018. […]

The late, great President John f. Kennedy in 1962 issued a proclamation, designating May 15th as an official Police Officer Memorial Day, as well as a week of honor, known as the National Police Week. […]

Incoming Waskom Study Club President Linda Ott took the baton from outgoing Study Club President, Pastor Sherry Crenshaw of the United Methodist Church of Waskom. The May 9th, Spring luncheon for the Club recognized long-time […]

Waskom Mayor Jesse Moore goes for his 21st year in office and keeps the city moving forward in growth, development and new business. Moore kept a handsome lead in the race against his challenger Jimmy […]

Waskom’s signs of progress are visual realities throughout the Waskom city limits. Waskom’s City Hall now has a new digital sign to keep the community informed and involved in city activities, events and points of […]

Waskom’s Catholic Church and congregation filled the church, parking lot and grounds, celebrating the Church’s 1st Annual Picnic for the community. Festivities began at 1:00 PM and continued until 5:00 PM, with invitations extended to […]

Waskom, the “Gateway To Texas,” is on the move and growing under Mayor Jesse Moore’s tenure of 20 years, leading the city towards more services and convenience to Waskom residents of all ages since 1997. […]

The Waskom ISD Friday school day was dedicated to a play day, with parents and teachers joining the students – from elementary to high school – in a day dedicated to having a good time. […]

First Baptist Church of Waskom Revival Dates: Sunday, April 29, 2018 through May 2, 2018 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Location: FBC Waskom Guests: Evangelist Jonathan Hewett and worship leader Wes James Pastor/Evangelist Jonathan […]

St. Lawrence Catholic Church is having a picnic, with food and games this coming Sunday, April 29th, 2018, 1 PM – 5 PM. Waskom community is invited to attend and participate. There will be food booths […]

The Hootens are returning to Waskom with their Gospel Concert Series. This talented family of Southern and Contemporary Gospel singers is renown in the region. Their inspirational concerts bring joy and excitement to the Waskom […]

It was a perfect evening out for the Waskom community, with a spaghetti dinner feast, lovingly prepared by Waskom high school’s culinary group, “Edible Dreams,” helmed by none other than Big Mama. The turnout was […]

Early voting continues for Waskom city and school board races through May 1. EARLY VOTING DATES & TIMES for Waskom April 23-27, 2018 – 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. April 30-May 1, 2018 – 7:00 […]

Join us at the Wildcat Nation – Saturday, April 28, 2018 –  9 AM to 1:30 PM Waskom High School Cafeteria Silent Auction with Vendors and Raffle Waskom FFA is donating a Cedar bed swing Proceeds will […]

The forecast of bad weather did not stop the community gathering for this yearly event of Waskom faithfuls and tourists, churches, the WISD selling, buying, trading, indulging in food at Victor’s Hangout. From buying plants […]

The Lions Club and Waskom Independent School District will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner, Italian style. WISD’s very own Big Mama and Waskom High School’s Culinary Group, “Edible Dreams,” will prepare and serve the food. […]

Tyler Junior College was the place for the action. Daniel Shelton was a runner-up in the Region II of Class 3A Tennis Tournament today. He finished with a Silver Medal. The top two finishers advance […]

For over 40 years, people have lined up for miles to buy and trade their treasures during the annual historic U.S. Highway 80 Sale, which is also known as the “World’s Widest Yard Sale.” The […]

Waskom was hit in the previous week by high winds, rain, barrages of lightening and damage to local homes, with lingering power outages. Waskom was ravaged again by tornadoes, touching down with high gusts of […]

Waskom’s Library celebrated National Library Week on April 10th, 2018. Later this year, Waskom’s Library will mark twenty years of faithful service to the community. Waskom Mayor Jesse Moore and City Secretary Tammy Lofton were […]

The First Baptist Church of Waskom hosts the Quilt Guild every first and third Thursday of the month, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Last Thursday, April the 5th, the Quilt Guild […]

Michael Knight is well-known for his incredible vocals in Traditional Country and Country Gospel performances and recordings. His songs were nationally charted in the Top 10 of the independent artist charts. Michael is a regular […]

The Hootens are returning to Waskom with their Gospel Concert Series. This talented family of Southern and Contemporary Gospel singers is renown in the region. Their inspirational concerts bring joy and excitement to the Waskom […]

Waskom Public Library will host a number of events and classes this spring. On Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 3 PM, the Waskom Public Library will host a celebration of the National Library Week. Later […]