The Panola Watchman

Panola County, located next to Louisiana, spans 842 square miles of gently rolling hills and plains alongside the Sabine River. With a population of around 24,000 residents, the county boasts several freshwater lakes and a thriving oil and gas sector. The county seat, Carthage, has roughly 6,800 inhabitants and is known for the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame, which includes the Tex Ritter Museum. Just outside of Carthage lies the Jim Reeves Memorial, honoring two influential figures in country music: Jim Reeves, from the nearby area of Galloway, and Tex Ritter, who hailed from Murvaul. In addition to hosting annual induction ceremonies and concerts, Carthage is a hub for country and gospel music, featuring weekly Country Music Hayride performances at the historic Esquire Theater in downtown.

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PHOTOS: Panola College hosted their annual baseball camp this week

2 days ago | panolawatchman.com | Ryan Silapan

Panola College hosted their annual baseball camp for campers ages 8-14 this past week at Jim Reeves Memorial Field. — Ryan Silapan can be reached at [email protected].
At Tyler town hall, U.S. Rep. Moran talks taxes, economy, and ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

3 days ago | panolawatchman.com | Jennifer Scott

At a town hall hosted by Americans for Prosperity-Texas on Friday evening, U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-Tyler) called for making the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, describing it as a critical step to protect jobs and ensure long-term economic stability. Moran, who represents the 1st Congressional District of Texas, said families could see a 24% tax increase next year if provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expire. “Most folks in D.C. forget — it’s your money,” he said to the crowd.
Ryan Silapan: What a ride the 2025 baseball season was for county schools

1 week ago | panolawatchman.com | Ryan Silapan

It was one helluva 2025 season for Panola County high school baseball teams. Carthage, Beckville and Gary all made it to their respective regional semifinals with the Bulldogs making it to Game 3 of the 4A Division II Region II finals and the Bearcats the 2A D-II Region III finals.
Outdoors: ShareLunker program ends season with 14 entries

1 week ago | panolawatchman.com | Steve Knight

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has closed the door on another Legacy class Toyota ShareLunker program season, and compared to some years in the past it was a subdued year. Still, fishermen donated 14 bass 13-pounds and larger from nine lakes, including a first-ever entry from Lake Tawakoni and a return to the program for Lake Tyler. Fishing in about 11 feet of water, Jason Jones of Whitehouse caught a 13.20-pound bass on a jerk bait on March 22.
Ceremony held to honor the fallen heroes of our nation's military

1 week ago | panolawatchman.com | Elizabeth Pinkston

Local soldiers who have passed on will never be forgotten thanks to the VFW and their Memorial Day service. The annual ceremony highlights the enduring importance of Memorial Day, a day dedicated to honoring, remembering, and thanking the men and women who have served and sacrificed their lives for freedom. The holiday has deep historical roots, beginning as Decoration Day on May 30, 1868, in the aftermath of the Civil War, to honor the fallen.
Carthage community celebrates the Class of 2025 at Bulldog Stadium

1 week ago | panolawatchman.com | Elizabeth Pinkston

The Carthage High School Class of 2025 gathered at Bulldog Stadium to celebrate their graduation, marking the culmination of their high school journey. Surrounded by family and other supporters, students celebrated their hard work and accomplishments with cheers from the crowd and fireworks overhead. Hundreds of families crowded the stands, cheering for their graduates with confetti poppers, horns, and smiles.
Baseball: Carthage's season ends with 7-5 loss to Spring Hill in 4A-DII regional finals

1 week ago | panolawatchman.com | Ryan Silapan

MARSHALL — For a team that kept on exceeding expectations during the postseason, the Carthage Bulldogs baseball team never gave in even when Spring Hill’s Grant Burton delivered a crushing blow. Carthage went from being underdogs in each postseason round — including this one — to coming within a break or two away from defeating the No. 2 ranked team in 4A.
Baseball: Moore and Ross lead Carthage to Game 1 victory over Spring Hill in regional finals

2 weeks ago | panolawatchman.com | Ryan Silapan

MARSHALL — The Carthage Bulldogs baseball team knew exactly who they were facing and what they would be up against in the Spring Hill Panthers, a team that hadn’t lost a game in exactly two months coming into Thursday’s game. “They are a great team and had won 16-straight before this but all good things have to come to an end,” Carthage senior Cade Moore said. The senior made sure of that personally.
Carthage HS seniors awarded for accomplishments at Class of 2025 scholarship banquet

2 weeks ago | panolawatchman.com | Elizabeth Pinkston

Carthage High School hosted its annual Scholarship Assembly, a long-standing tradition dedicated to awarding the graduating class of 2025 with funds needed to secure their educational future. Helping students with tuition and college costs takes widespread, strong community support, which is reflected in the numerous checks awarded to deserving scholars for the next steps on their education journey.
Baseball: Ross throws two-hit shutout, Carthage defeats Kennedale 8-0 4A-DII regional semis

2 weeks ago | panolawatchman.com | Ryan Silapan

EMORY — Cade Ross threw a complete game two-hit shutout to lead the way as the Carthage Bulldogs baseball team defeated Kennedale 8-0 to sweep the best-of-three 4A Division II regional semifinals matchup on Saturday afternoon at Emory Rains High. Ross didn’t allow a single walk and struck out two in his complete game gem. The junior who didn’t have a three-ball count all game and threw just 64 pitches said getting three runs in the top of the first inning gave him his early confidence.