Anderson County
Palestine
Railroad journeys, downtown shops, a Saturday market, and wooded walks at Davey Dogwood Park give this Anderson County town several ways to spend a day.
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Wood and Franklin counties
Winnsboro
A downtown arts district, farmers market, live music, and Autumn Trails gatherings make Winnsboro a place to build a visit around something local.
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Smith County
Lindale
A Smith County town where the old cannery hosts community gatherings, with a history museum, parks, and library programs nearby.
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Bowie County
Texarkana
A Texas border city with downtown performances, regional history, art classes, and a shared community stretching across State Line Avenue.
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Hopkins County
Sulphur Springs
Celebration Plaza, small museums, and lakeside walks make Sulphur Springs a comfortable place to spend a day, with Cooper State Park nearby.
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Cherokee County
Rusk
A Cherokee County courthouse town with a historic railroad depot, community theatre, local history, and places to stretch your legs.
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