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Crayola Brings Local Student’s Art to Life in Downtown Smithville

Crayola Brings Local Student’s Art to Life in Downtown Smithville

Main Street was transformed into a colorful canvas on July 10 for a Crayola commercial featuring an elementary school student from Bastrop, and the Smithville High School Band and Color Guard.

Pedestrian Bridge Connecting Smithville to Riverbend Park Funded

Pedestrian Bridge Connecting Smithville to Riverbend Park Funded

Funding for a pedestrian bridge connecting Riverbend Park and the city's center was provided in this year's state budget.

Behind the Scenes of Smithville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Show

Behind the Scenes of Smithville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Show

As the sun sets on July 4 each year, anticipation for the fireworks show builds. Families grab blankets or lawn chairs and claim a spot to watch the colorful display light up the sky. For the crew setting up and firing the fireworks, it’s a different experience.

Who Places The Flags Around Smithville For The Fourth Of July?

Who Places The Flags Around Smithville For The Fourth Of July?

Every year, a few days before July 4, American flags are delivered to their spot by the mailbox. Who are Smithville's "flag fairies."

June City Council Video Recap

June City Council Video Recap

By Kristen Meriwether, Publisher As part of our restructure, we are leaning into more video and audio content. So instead of publishing a written summary of the council meeting like we've done in the past, we will create video summaries going forward. Below is our first attempt at

Smithville’s Spending Rose 3.4x in 7 Years: Where Did Your Tax Dollars Go?

Smithville’s Spending Rose 3.4x in 7 Years: Where Did Your Tax Dollars Go?

In fiscal year 2023-24, paying for all city services added up to $17.2 million—the highest budget in Smithville’s history. So where did all that money go?

Smithville Senior’s SkillsUSA Win Showcases Trades’ Value

Smithville Senior’s SkillsUSA Win Showcases Trades’ Value

By Kristen Meriwether, Publisher It’s a Thursday morning in early April, and Smithville High School senior Konner Namken is under the tent at the SkillsUSA State Championships for plumbing in Corpus Christi. His challenge for the competition is to build a rough-in for a washing machine wash box (the