“The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes."

Marcel Proust

An attitude of discovery opens our eyes to the qualities of the Upper East Side of Texas. Whether we find talents and treasures in nearby towns or within ourselves, the right outlook can often provide surprising and encouraging results.

This issue of the WEEKLY discusses two attractions where discovery has led to a deeper understanding of local culture and heritage — the Caddo Mounds State Historic Site and the San Augustine town square. Encountering the past at places like these creates a more accurate foundation on which to build the future. 

Let County Line Magazine guide your discovery of the region's heritage and present culture. Our eMagazine  offers new stories about people and their ideas every week and our calendar includes the latest events, exhibits, and shows. — Lisa Tang

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"Southside Bank Sculpture," 46 inch welded metal sphere in downtown Tyler by Craig and Jan Blackmon, FAIA, of Edom. See more on their website.

Tyler Steps Up For Texas Songwriters and Barbecue

Troubadour Festival is a multi-location Texas barbecue and music experiential festival that pays homage to the traveling songwriter and the worldwide popularity of the Texas barbecue scene. See Gary Allan and several Texas bands at Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q in Tyler September 10. READ MORE.

The Lewis Hotel in San Augustine is a Texas Historic Landmark.

San Augustine Was Texas' First American City

July 11, 1833 was the official founding date of San Augustine, often called the first American city in East Texas. The official founding date drew attention in 2013 when a forgotten document titled The Founding Papers of San Augustine, Texas, was found in a trunk at an estate sale. READ MORE.

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

Caddo Mounds Continues Grass House Reconstruction

Three years ago a tornado ripped apart facilities at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site six miles west of Alto in Cherokee County. The award-winning grass house destroyed in the storm was originally constructed in 2016 with the help of Caddo people and volunteers from across the state. Many are returning to help rebuild and additional volunteers are needed. Construction to replace the museum destroyed that day is ongoing and volunteers are invited to participate this month. READ MORE.

Summer Reads For Kids

Encourage a love for reading by sharing one of these encouraging books by authors from the region — Alayne Kay Christian, Jan Betton, and Rosie J. Pova. READ MORE.

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