Jackson County Herald-Tribune

07/28/2026

Members of the Jackson County Historical Commission received the Texas Historical Commission's Distinguished Service Award during their July 13 business meeting, recognizing the commission's efforts to preserve and promote the county's historical resources.

Members of the Jackson County Historical Commission received the Texas Historical Commission's Distinguished Service Award during their July 13 business meeting, recognizing the commission's efforts to preserve and promote the

07/27/2026

For decades, the Edna Theatre towered over downtown. Its 60-foot vertical sign was still standing long after the movies stopped, the seats emptied and the roof began to fail.

Today, the lights are on again, but not because the restoration is finished.

Restoration efforts brighten as tax credit program approved for Edna Theatre

07/24/2026

The body of a man found in rural Jackson County earlier this year may soon result in a murder arrest warrant, investigators confirmed last week.

07/23/2026

Rain fell throughout the game, and Washington County threatened several times, but Industrial relied on strong pitching, timely hitting and stellar defense to continue its Little League postseason run.

"It was a great experience. (After the) last pitch (Kirstyn Tomas) threw, we just huddled together, it was really fun," Kynzee Chambless said. "It really was just an awesome feeling."

07/22/2026

Participants wearing glow gear make their way through the course during the JCCCA 5K Glow Run/Walk on Saturday, July 11, at Brackenridge Recreation Complex. Photo courtesy of Jackson County Chamber

07/17/2026

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07/13/2026

Nearly two decades have passed since polka band leader and local radio personality Bobby Jones was last seen by friends and family members gathered at a popular Wharton restaurant on June 22, 2007.

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07/11/2026

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07/01/2026

Students who competed at the state track and field finals last school year were recently recognized by the Edna ISD board of trustees.

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