Columnists
  • As the nation prepares for the 250th anniversary of independence, Americans look with renewed interest to the lives of men and women from the Revolutionary Era. Among those was Count Casimir Pulaski.
  • The Texoma Comic Con comes to the Choctaw Event Center in Durant, OK, February 21-22. To commemorate the event, North Texas e-News publishes this exclusive bio of Stan the Man, American comic book writer, editor, publisher, and producer. (L-R) Stan Lee and President George W. Bush
  • Fannin County does not need the expertise of a licensed professional road engineer that has the capability of building highways and interstates to fix 16 ft. wide gravel county roads.
  • The Texoma Comic Con is February 21 & 22 at the Choctaw Event Center in Durant. It is a time to reflect on our childhood role models. When I was a kid, I learned a lot from Superman.
  • Concerns about road conditions and maintenance in Fannin County have sparked ongoing debate, with frequent complaints from residents and even a “Worst County Road” contest in one local newspaper.
  • Who was Saint Valentine? Was he a postal employee who worked on commission? Did he operate a chocolate factory? Actually, he was a martyred saint in ancient Rome. Legend has it that St. Valentine fell in love with the jailer's daughter while he was imprisoned. Before he was put to death, he sent her a letter and signed it, “From your Valentine.” And, you know what they say about the rest---it's history.
  • Sometimes the men dismissed for their failures early in life can become the greatest successes. The story of R. L. Thornton is the story of a man raised in poverty and with barely an eighth grade education became synonymous with the success of Dallas in the 1950s.
  • The 2026 Primaries are right around the corner. Early voting begins on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. It’s time to begin considering who you will vote for in the contested races. This is a very important election, because results from the Primary election determine who will be on the ballot for the November 2026 election.
  • George Washington had proven his bravery under fire during the French and Indian War. As a legislator and property owner, he had a reputation for integrity.
  • Migrating ideas as spoken by our presidents and presidential candidates
  • The Saturday meet-the-candidates affair dawned clear and cold with no snow falling. Not all of the four county judge candidates were smooth and polished in their presentations, however the incumbent, judge Newt Cunningham was warmed up and ready. Lawyer Newt proceeded to lead us down a dollar-dumping exercise to consolidate the county road maintenance efforts.
  • The world has rediscovered the simple joy of gardening. What started during the pandemic as a way to find peaceful, family-friendly hobbies has grown into a powerful movement. From a single potted plant on a patio to a flourishing backyard garden, people are finding solace and satisfaction in connecting with nature. And it’s no surprise—science proves that gardening is good for us.