Caldwell County Jailer Willie Harper Passes Away After Cancer Battle

The community is mourning the loss of Caldwell County Jailer Willie Harper, who passed away on Wednesday after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Sue Smiley, 86, of Princeton
Sue Smiley, a devoted educator and lifelong learner, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Rivers Bend Retirement Community. Born with a curious spirit and a warm heart, Sue found joy in traveling, reading, and exploring the
CCHS Celebrates JAG Program with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony (w/PHOTOS)

Caldwell County High School celebrated a milestone Wednesday morning as educators, students, and community members gathered for the official launch of the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the Fine Arts Building.
50th Annual Racer Roundup Postponed Due To Texas Disease Outbreak

The 50th annual Racer Roundup Rodeo, which was scheduled to begin Thursday night at the William “Bill” Cherry Expo Center in Murray, has been postponed.
Caldwell Grand Jury Issues Indictments on Drug, Firearm, and Evading Charges

The Caldwell County Grand Jury has handed down a number of indictments this month, with charges ranging from drug trafficking to stolen firearms and evading police.
CCHS National Honor Society Gains New Members

The National Honor Society of the Caldwell County High School gained 30 new members on Tuesday night during the NHS New Member Induction Ceremony.
Caldwell County School Board Updates Bus Conduct Policy

The Caldwell County School Board has revised its school bus conduct policy and given the green light for a local sports team to use the all-purpose facility.
Judge Woodall Honored With KBF Johnstone Award In Paducah

A proud native of Princeton and Caldwell County, former Circuit Judge Clarence Allen Woodall, III, and his family lived on South Jefferson Street — three houses down from the late prolific judge and lawyer, Edward H. Johnstone.
