LAKE RAYBURN, TEXAS - The Lake Rayburn Fire Department held their Open House and dedicated a new truck for their fleet on Saturday morning. Fire fighters, volunteers and members of the Lake Rayburn Community gathered for the event which was highlighted by the traditional “Push-In” ceremony. A push-in ceremony marks the official placement of a new fire engine or truck into service. Department officials said that the station covers in excess of 700 addresses throughout the nort

Photos courtesy of MLF5. Howe brothers celebrate a big showing at the Sam Rayburn BFL season opener. SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR — The 2026 tournament season got off to a strong start on Sam Rayburn Reservoir as the Howe family turned in an impressive performance during the Phoenix Boats Bass Fishing League Cowboy Division opener. Evan Howe of Keatchie, Louisiana, topped the field with a five-fish limit weighing 20 pounds, 3 ounces, securing the Cowboy Division win and marking his

Photo Courtesy of Lake Sam Rayburn Website JASPER COUNTY — A man died Saturday evening after a medical emergency caused him to fall into the water at Umphrey Pavilion on Lake Sam Rayburn. According to Jasper County Sheriff Chuck Havard, the call came in around 5:11 p.m. on November 8, 2025, reporting a possible drowning. Three Jasper County Sheriff’s deputies happened to be nearby and arrived within eight minutes. Preliminary information indicates the man had been fishing wi

LAKE SAM RAYBURN, TX — If you wander near the pickleball courts at Rayburn Country on any given morning, you’ll hear it long before you see it — the pop of paddles hitting a ball, bursts of laughter, and the kind of playful trash-talk usually reserved for teenagers on a basketball court. Meet the Rayburn Pickleballers, a group of local players who don’t just show up to play — they show up with energy, attitude, and a competitive spark that refuses to age out. They proudly de

Two Legends, One Legacy: Jasper’s own Ann Thomasson-Wilson joins fellow angling great Rick Clunn as they’re honored at the Texas...

Hello, I am Kevin Holloway, your Jasper County Commissioner for Precinct 2. I am asking for your vote and support as I seek re-election...

🍂 Fall is in the Air with the Jasper-Lake Sam Rayburn Chamber of Commerce!  🍂 There’s something magical about this time of year—cooler...

BROOKELAND, Texas — Mark your calendars and lace up your boots — National Public Lands Day is set for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at...

BROOKELAND, Texas — Rayburn Resort is set to welcome The Junior Tour powered by Under Armour to East Texas on Saturday, September 13,...

Jasper native Tom Webb retires after 25 years at Sam Rayburn Powerplant, continuing a legacy started by his father Glen Webb. Together, they served over 60 years with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, powering East Texas through hydropower and public service.

Updated: our readers have pointed out that the names of the drivers were wrong in our original article. We checked back with DPS to...

SAM RAYBURN, TX - On Wednesday, May 28th, The Department of Public Safety was called out to Rayburn 100, near Cr 219. It was reported...

5-25-25 Sunday night at around 11:55 pm, a 911 call went out regarding a 2015 Chevrolet pickup that had crashed on RR 255 near Cr 218 on...

60-year-old Robyn Goyette of Brookeland SAM RAYBURN, TX- Sunday night at approximately 9:35 pm, a woman described as "very intoxicated"...

Image courtesy of Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident on US...

Images courtesy of Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department was called out to a two-vehicle accident...

Despite rough weather conditions, the third stop of the Major League Fishing (MLF) Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Cowboy Division,...

Top juniors battle for the title at Rayburn Resort as the AJGA final round tees off Sunday at 8 AM. It’s a tight race to the finish!

Jasper native and LPGA alum Kate Golden returns to East Texas for the AJGA event at Rayburn Resort, ready to inspire the next generation...

The Department of Public Safety and Lake Rayburn Volunteer Fire Department were called out to a two vehicle accident on Hwy 96 and and RR...