GUN BARREL CITY–Gun Barrel City is proud to present JulyFest 2025, an exciting community celebration taking place Saturday, July 26 at Gun Barrel City Park located at 301 Municipal Drive. This annual event brings together live music, family-friendly entertainment, food vendors and a fireworks show for an unforgettable evening in our lakeside community.

Monitor Photo/Carla Gray
Tri-County Library summer reading program encourages children to read throughout the summer. This summer there were 49 participants ages 0 to 18. Participants are treated to a movie and popcorn at Hometown Cinemas along with prize bags. Although the reading program is complete the library offers fun reading activities for readers of all ages.

Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
July 14, Thomas Morris develops his dribbling skills near the scorer’s table at the Kemp High School gym.

Monitor Photo/Russell Slaton
A camper emulates the shooting style of Kemp High School assistant boys’ basketball coach Jonathan Sullivan.

Mary Louise Carter, a cherished wife, mother, Mimi, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully March 19, 2025, at the age of 82.  
Born Jan. 12, 1943, in Malakoff to John and Annie Louise Shumate, Mary was the middle child of nine siblings. Known for her quiet strength, deep love and unwavering faith, she touched countless lives with her warmth and kindness.
In 1961, Mary married her soul mate Fred Carter, embarking on a remarkable journey of over six decades together. Their bond was a shining example of devotion and love.