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Smith County Burn Ban Lifted

After receiving much needed rain over the last few days, the Smith County Burn Ban has been lifted early!

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Smith County Burn Ban Update

Smith County Burn Ban Update for Week 6

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Smith County Burn Ban Lifted

Smith County is under a Burn Ban

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Smith County Burn Ban Update

Smith County Burn Ban Update for Week 6

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Elementary Students at the East Texas State Fair

About 1,500 Tyler ISD students go on fieldtrips to the East Texas State Fair to learn about agriculture and the importance it has in our lives.

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URECC Delegate Completes 2026 Youth Tour

Official update from UPSHUR RURAL ELEC COOP CORP

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Read the Full Annual Report

Official document packet from UPSHUR RURAL ELEC COOP CORP

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Judicial Compliance Wins State Award

The Smith County Judicial Compliance/Collections Department received the Collections Program of the Year Award.

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Scam Alert

A new version of an old scam is going around.

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Proposed Tax Rate and Public Hearing Set

After Smith County Commissioners Court decided on a new proposed tax rate for FY2027, the court voted to hold another public hearing on September 15, 2026.

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Juvenile Services Donates Tiny Home to Local Ministry

The Smith County Juvenile Services Department is donating a tiny home built by boys in its vocational program to a local ministry.

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Agenda: Regular Board Meeting (2026-09-22)

September 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting Meeting Type: Regular

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Events Planned for National Voter Registration Day

There will be nine events held throughout the community on Tuesday, September 15 -- National Voter Registration Day -- to encourage eligible residents to register to vote.

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Commissioners Court Proclaims CERT Week

The Smith County Commissioners Court adopted a resolution proclaiming September 20-26 as “National Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Week” in Smith County.

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Smith County Burn Ban Update

The Smith County Commissioners Court voted on Tuesday, August 18, to issue a 90-day burn ban for the county.

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Agenda: Regular Meeting (2026-09-21)

September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Meeting Type: Regular this 14th day of September 2026

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Agenda: Regular Meeting (2026-09-21)

September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Regular Meeting Meeting Type: Regular

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Smith County Offices Closed for Christmas

https://www.smith-county.com/calendar.aspx?EID=650

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08-18-2026 Agenda

08-18-2026 Agenda

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09-15-2026 Agenda

09-15-2026 Agenda

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Clear Lines: Understanding URECC Tree Guidelines

In East Texas, we are surrounded by tall pine trees that are a defining part of our landscape. While these trees provide beauty, shade, and environmental benefits, they can also pose significant challenges to the electric system. Tree trimming is an important part of Upshur-Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation’s commitment to providing safe, reliable electric service […] The post Clear Lines: Understanding URECC Tree Guidelines appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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#list-articles-category-1-57 { --categoryColor: var(--cp-module-style-color6); } Proposed Tax Rate and Public Hearing Set After Smith County Commissioners Court decided on a new proposed tax rate for FY2027, the court voted to hold another public hearing on September 15, 2026. They had initially decided on the proposed tax rate of .392898 cents per $100 valuation. After further discussions, the tax rate in the proposed budget was reduced through the use of excess reserves to cover a portion of the county's debt service payments for the upcoming fiscal year. They have now set the proposed tax rate at .374088 cents. For the median-valued homestead property, if the FY 27 proposed budget and tax rate are adopted, the estimated property tax impact compared with the FY 27 No New Revenue Rate for the same property is an increase of approximately $42 per year, or 4.6 percent. The FY2027 Proposed Budget is expected to be filed with the County Clerk’s Office before the Public Hearing. The public hearing on the FY27 Proposed Budget and Proposed Tax Rate is set for 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 15, in the Commissioners Courtroom on the first floor of the Annex Building, located at 200 E. Ferguson St. in Tyler. County News Posted on September 01, 2026

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#list-articles-category-1-56 { --categoryColor: var(--cp-module-style-color6); } Smith County Burn Ban Update SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 UPDATE: Three weeks after the Smith County Burn Ban was issued, there have been 142 outdoor burning reports countywide. Smith County Fire Marshal Chad Hogue gave an update to Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 8. During the first week, there were 58 outdoor fire incidents, 37 incidents during the second week and 47 outdoor burning calls last week. He said the Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office has written 23 citations for all three weeks, but he did not know how many were issued by other agencies in the county. As of Tuesday, the latest average Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) for Smith County was at 669 – a decrease from 735 he reported a week ago. The KBDI ranges from 0 to 800 and is used to determine forest fire potential. Hogue said although Smith County saw some rain in parts of the county, it was not a significant amount. Some areas didn’t get any rain. “We are pretty much where we started when we started the burn ban,” he said. SEPTEMBER 3, 2026 UPDATE: Although parts of Smith County received significant rain Wednesday night, Smith County remains under a burn ban. Smith County Fire Marshal Chad Hogue reported that the average Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) for Smith County was 670 Thursday, lowered from 735 reported on Tuesday. The KBDI ranges from 0 to 800 and is used to determine forest fire potential. “The rain definitely helped

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Next Commission Meeting: September 23, 2026

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Agenda: Special Called Meeting (2026-08-31)

August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Special Called Meeting Meeting Type: Special this 24th day of August, 2026.

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URECC Delegate Completes 2026 Youth Tour

Leyla Bramlet of Union Hill High School proudly represented Upshur-Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation (URECC) on the 2026 Texas Electric Cooperatives’ Government-in-Action Youth Tour. Leyla joined 145 other outstanding Texas high school students for what many participants describe as the “trip of a lifetime.” The annual Youth Tour offers students a unique opportunity to experience both […] The post URECC Delegate Completes 2026 Youth Tour appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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URECC Delegates Lead the Way at ETREYS 2026

Ten outstanding high school delegates from across Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative’s service territory were selected to attend the East Texas Rural Electric Youth Seminar (ETREYS), held June 8–12, 2026, at East Texas Baptist University (ETBU). More than 100 students representing nine additional electric cooperatives gathered for the week-long leadership experience. Throughout ETREYS, delegates strengthened their […] The post URECC Delegates Lead the Way at ETREYS 2026 appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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Electrical Safety Month: Stay Safe Year-Round

Each May, Upshur Rural Electric Co-Op joins utilities across the country in observing Electrical Safety Month, but the truth is that electrical safety deserves attention every single day of the year. Whether it is our line crews working in the field or families at home, everyone has a role in preventing accidents and staying safe […] The post Electrical Safety Month: Stay Safe Year-Round appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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Safety Tips: Did you Know?

What to Do if you come across downed power lines Leilani shares what steps to take if you come across downed power lines. Your browser does not support the video tag. What to Do if you come across flooded areas Leilani shares what steps to take if you come across flooded areas. Your browser does […] The post Safety Tips: Did you Know? appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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Annual Meeting 2026

Each year, Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative brings members together for its Annual Meeting, creating an opportunity to strengthen connections, provide important updates, and celebrate the cooperative values that guide our work. As we mark our 89th year, this gathering continues to demonstrate our dedication to openness, member education, and service to the community. Attendees receive […] The post Annual Meeting 2026 appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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Drone Pilots Enhance URECC Operations

Several URECC employees are now FAA-certified drone pilots, marking an important step forward in the cooperative’s commitment to reliability, safety, and innovation. By incorporating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into daily operations, URECC is enhancing its ability to monitor and maintain the electric system more efficiently than ever before. These UAVs are strictly used as a […] The post Drone Pilots Enhance URECC Operations appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .

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Residential Solar

Solar energy. The source of power is free, plentiful for thousands of years to come, and it leaves no damaging carbon footprint. The amount of sunlight that strikes the earth’s surface in an hour and a half is enough to handle the entire world’s energy consumption for a full year. In a modern world of awareness […] The post Residential Solar appeared first on Upshur Rural Electric Cooperative .