The Silsbee Bee

06/03/2026

Hot off the presses — Vol. 107 Issue 22 • June 3, 2026 is now available! Dive into local headlines: a new Lions Club councillor, Payne’s 48th anniversary, Kountze’s mayor lays out a vision, obituaries, police beats, state legislature updates and more. Read the full digital issue for just $1.00. Get it now: https://wix.to/6v4AYP9

06/01/2026

Big news for Evadale and southern Jasper County: a 24/7 ambulance and crew are coming to the Evadale Volunteer Fire Department.
Jasper County Emergency Services District No. 2 commissioners have approved a proposal from Allegiance Ambulance Service to provide around-the-clock emergency medical coverage for the district. Once the contract is finalized, a fully equipped ambulance will be stationed at the Evadale Fire Department 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The dedicated unit will be staffed by a paramedic and an emergency medical technician, giving residents, businesses and travelers along the U.S. Highway 96 corridor faster access to emergency medical care.
This marks the first permanently stationed ambulance dedicated exclusively to Jasper County ESD No. 2.
The new service was made possible through voter-approved sales tax funding, along with existing property tax revenue. It is expected to improve response times, increase safety and bring added peace of mind to families across southern Jasper County.

05/27/2026

🚨 IT’S HERE 🚨

The 2026 Graduation Edition has officially arrived at The Silsbee Bee! 🎓🐝

We have EXTRA copies available now at our office while supplies last. Stop by and grab yours — featuring seniors from across Hardin County, including Silsbee, Hardin-Jefferson, Kountze, Lumberton, West Hardin and Evadale.

Copies are already out across Hardin County, so be sure to grab yours before they’re gone! 🖤💛

05/27/2026

🎓📰 OUR GRADUATION EDITION IS ON THE WAY!

The papers should arrive by 1:30 p.m. at the latest today, and extra copies will be available here at The Silsbee Bee office while supplies last!

We are proud to be the ONLY paper in Hardin County featuring the whole Graduation Class of 2026 with pictures from:

🎓 Silsbee High School
🎓 Hardin-Jefferson High School
🎓 Lumberton High School
🎓 Kountze High School
🎓 West Hardin High School
🎓 Evadale High School

📍If you pay for one at the newspaper box, make sure you take one!

Thank you all for the continued support and congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎉✨

05/27/2026

👀 You know the name… but do you know the story behind R&W Pawn Shop?

For more than 40 years, the longtime Silsbee business has been built on family, honesty and service to the community. Now led by veteran Robert Ward Jr., the shop continues a legacy that goes far beyond pawning items. 🇺🇸

📰 The FULL story is featured in this week’s newspaper AND newsletter edition of The Silsbee Bee.

📲 Read more here: https://us19.campaign-archive.com/?u=a5c5be48caac2043f6c989221&id=667c8ccb47

05/26/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT REMINDER 🚨

We want to clarify that the “Best of 2026 BusinessRate” awards are NOT affiliated with The Silsbee Bee’s “Best of the Best 2026 Hardin County Reader’s Choice” awards.

Our Reader’s Choice awards are hosted and presented exclusively by The Silsbee Bee to recognize the businesses and people our community loves most right here in Hardin County. 🖤💛

Thank you for continuing to support local journalism, local businesses and The Silsbee Bee’s Best of the Best awards! 🐝

05/26/2026

New issue out now: Vol. 107 Issue 22 • May 27, 2026 — just $1.00. Packed with local news, obituaries, police beats, editorials and top stories this week: Lumberton market brings carnival atmosphere, Silsbee Superstar Signs, Silsbee pauses EDC funding, and more. Read the full digital issue today: https://wix.to/SCQV3dO

05/26/2026

🎓 TOMORROW 🎓

Our 2026 Graduation Edition officially hits stands tomorrow — and The Silsbee Bee is the ONLY newspaper in Hardin County featuring the ENTIRE Hardin County senior class with pictures inside ❤️

Including seniors from:
🐝 Silsbee
🐝 Hardin-Jefferson
🐝 Lumberton
🐝 Kountze
🐝 West Hardin
🐝 Evadale

This is more than a newspaper… it’s a keepsake families will treasure forever.

Make sure to grab your copy tomorrow before they’re gone 🖤💛

05/26/2026

🚨 BIG NEWS FOR SILSBEE FOOTBALL 🚨

Silsbee offensive lineman Hunter Smith is taking his talents to the next level after officially committing to the U.S. Air Force Academy 🇺🇸✈️

From anchoring the Tigers offensive line to earning a Division I opportunity, Hunter’s hard work is paying off in a BIG way.

Read the full story in today’s newsletter ⬇️
https://us19.campaign-archive.com/?u=a5c5be48caac2043f6c989221&id=49d36f2d37

Congratulations Hunter! 🐅

05/25/2026

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