Earn a degree or certificate online—anytime, anywhere—with Kilgore College’s flexible and convenient ONLINE PROGRAMS. Study on your schedule and complete assignments at your own pace while …

Kilgore grew significantly after October 3, 1930, when wildcatter Columbus M. "Dad" Joiner struck oil near the neighboring town of Henderson. The well known as the Daisy Bradford #3, marked the …

New City Hall Hours Kilgore City Hall is updating its Hours of Operation effective February 1st. We will open at 7:30 AM and close on Fridays at noon. Please plan your in-person visits accordingly.

Located in the Piney Woods of East Texas, Kilgore College welcomes students from all over the world to pursue academic excellence while building a future full of opportunity and promise.

Jan 7, 2026 · Photographer Andrew Kilgore died overnight Jan. 5, according to a Facebook post made by his studio manager, Joshua LeMasters.

As oil was discovered in Kilgore, both cities vied for economic dominance in the region, with Kilgore emerging as a center of oil production while Tyler, being larger and more established, exerted …

2 days ago · Vocalist and guitarist Rebecca Kilgore, passionate interpreter of the Great American Songbook, died on Jan. 7 at age 76. Kilgore is known for her performance and preservation of 1930s …

1 day ago · Kilgore, who died Jan. 7, was a talented interpreter of American popular song. We'll remember her by listening back to her in-studio concerts with pianist Dave Frishberg from 1995 and …

Surrounded by the pine forest and clear blue lakes of East Texas, Kilgore is a vibrant city that blends its rich oil field heritage with a variety of fascinating attractions and events.

Historic Downtown Kilgore is still booming with unique boutiques, local restaurants, and art deco architecture reminiscent of the oil boom period. The mix of restaurants truly provides an authentic …