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Scares Turn Into Hope as $32,868 Raised for Local FirefighterTown & Community

Scares Turn Into Hope as $32,868 Raised for Local Firefighter

What began as an idea from the Silsbee Volunteer Fire Department turned into an extraordinary demonstration of community love and support as Halls of Horror announced that an incredible $32,868 was raised in just six nights to benefit local volunteer firefighter Mike Morrison in his battle against ALS.

Tigers of the WeekTigers of the Week

Tigers of the Week

Meet this week's Tigers of the Week: Layton Meguess, Jestyn Jackson, Michael Rogers and Adele West.

The Horror in the OrdinaryThe Margins of Life

The Horror in the Ordinary

Stephen King has an incredible talent for making the mundane feel like it has a life of its own, and not necessarily a life you'd want to be part of.

Arise, Shine, for Darkness ComesWords of Inspiration

Arise, Shine, for Darkness Comes

Qumi is the feminine emphatic imperative: “Wake up!” Isaiah is curious in that it announces this good news in verse 1, only to follow it up with darkness.

Words of Inspiration: A Weekly DevotionalWords of Inspiration

Words of Inspiration: A Weekly Devotional

Have you ever prayed about something, told God you were giving it to Him, and then spent the rest of the day worrying about it anyway?

Watts Outdoors Continues it's LegacyTown & Community

Watts Outdoors Continues it's Legacy

For many in Southeast Texas, a trip to the water isn’t just a weekend outing, it’s a way of life passed down through generations. Few understand this better than the owner of Watts Outdoors, Jake Watts. Founded on August 19, 2019, the local outpost is approaching its 7th anniversary.

A Little Bag, A Lot of Love: Bringing Hope to Those Fighting CancerCommunity News

A Little Bag, A Lot of Love: Bringing Hope to Those Fighting Cancer

Sometimes, the greatest gifts in life come in the simplest packages. A warm blanket, a pair of socks, some lotion, or a few pieces of candy might not seem like much. But to someone sitting in a chemotherapy chair, fighting one of the hardest battles of their life, those little things can mean the world. That is the heart behind Chemo Care Bags

THOUSANDS HAVE A SCARY GOOD TIME AT SILSBEE DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN BASHTown & Community

THOUSANDS HAVE A SCARY GOOD TIME AT SILSBEE DOWNTOWN HALLOWEEN BASH

Downtown Silsbee came alive Saturday, October 24, as thousands of residents and visitors flooded the streets for the 7th Annual Silsbee Downtown Halloween Bash, making this year's celebration one to remember. What began seven years ago has grown into one of Silsbee's most _ anticipated community traditions, bringing families, friends, local / businesses,…

COMMISSIONER VISITS SILSBEE STUDENTS TO DISCUSS LOCAL GOVERNMENTiger Talk

COMMISSIONER VISITS SILSBEE STUDENTS TO DISCUSS LOCAL GOVERNMEN

Students in Mr. Thornton’s history class received a special lesson in local ID government this week when Hardin County Precinct 2 Commissioner Chris Kirkendall stopped by for a classroom visit. During his visit, Kirkendall spoke with students about the responsibilities of local government, the importance of civic involvement, and how voting Chris Kirkendall…

Silsbee Middle School Students Become Chefs for a DayTiger Talk

Silsbee Middle School Students Become Chefs for a Day

Students at Silsbee Middle School recently traded their textbooks for cooking utensils as they participated in a hands-on Roving Chef event hosted by the Silsbee ISD Child Nutrition Department.

Silsbee Elementary Celebrates Red Ribbon WeekTiger Talk

Silsbee Elementary Celebrates Red Ribbon Week

Silsbee Elementary School is celebrating Red Ribbon Week, October 26-30, with a week full of fun activities designed to encourage students to make healthy choices, practice teamwork, and develop positive habits.

Harvesting a Future Full of PossibilitiesTiger Talk

Harvesting a Future Full of Possibilities

Silsbee High School seniors submitted 270 college applications during Free College Application Week and saved more than $10,000 in application fees.

The Silsbee Downtown Halloween BashTown & Community

The Silsbee Downtown Halloween Bash

Seven years of scares, smiles, and Silsbee traditions: John Marble reflects on the people behind the Downtown Halloween Bash.

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