Robin Richardson

1 week ago | marshallnewsmessenger.com | Robin Richardson

The Marshall Fire Firefighter Association -IAFF Local 906 is applauding new Marshall Fire Chief David Rainwater for milestones made during his first six months on the job. “The Marshall Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 906, proudly recognizes and expresses our full support for Fire Chief David Rainwater as he marks his first six months leading the Marshall Fire Department,” the association said in a statement.

1 week ago | marshallnewsmessenger.com | Robin Richardson

The Marshall Public Library has implemented a fine-free policy for all overdue materials and books, a move made to help improve circulation and remove barriers for patrons. The change was requested by library Director Terri Nalls after re-evaluating the library’s circulation policy and then approved by the Marshall City Council. “With the council's unanimous approval, library items that are overdue will no longer incur a late fee, city officials announced.

1 week ago | marshallnewsmessenger.com | Robin Richardson

The Wiley University National Alumni Association recently named Rose Spencer Bayless and Elijah Strong as the 2025 Outstanding Alumnus and Outstanding Young Alumnus of the Year, respectively. According to association President Dana Stovall, alums are nominated by the general body at-large during the annual spring general body meeting during Founders observance week. Candidates are chosen by secret ballot either in person or electronically.

1 week ago | marshallnewsmessenger.com | Robin Richardson

It was a glorious day, indeed, as Wiley University conferred degrees upon 135 graduates Saturday and made a surprise announcement that all would be leaving the institution debt-free. “Those of you who had a balance to the college, no longer have a balance to the college,” Wiley University President Dr. Herman J. Felton Jr. announced to screams of joy.

1 week ago | marshallnewsmessenger.com | Robin Richardson

Residents on the west side of Harrison County have rejected a proposition for a sales and use tax requested by Emergency Services District No. 1 to help support services. The district includes part of the Longview city limits. The May 3 Harrison County ESD No. 1 proposition failed with 121 residents opposing it, accounting for 59.61% of the ballots. A total of 82 residents supported it, or 40.39%.