<![CDATA[Welcome to Kosse, Texas! - A Little Town with a Big Heart - News]]>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:18:26 -0600Weebly<![CDATA[Kruzin' to Kosse Truck & Car Show - May 3rd]]>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:00:00 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/spring-festival-and-car-show-may-3rdThe Kruzin' to Kosse Truck & Car Show will take place on
Saturday, May 3, 2025. Free to the public... music, food, fun in downtown Kosse!  ​Get all of the details at 
.KosseTexas.com/carshow or call Chris at 832-876-7975
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]]><![CDATA[SPRING FESTIVAL Baking Contest]]>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:02:35 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/spring-festival-baking-contest
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]]><![CDATA[KOSSE SPRING FESTIVAL - APRIL 25TH- 26TH]]>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 22:33:18 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-spring-festival-april-25th-26thThe KOSSE COMMUNITY CENTER will be hosting the the KOSSE SPRING FESTIVAL on  FRIDAY, APRIL 25 and SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025. 
​We kickoff the fun on Friday evening, April 25th with SPRING FESTIVAL BINGO from 6pm-8pm at the Community Center.
The SPRING FESTIVAL fun and games take place on Saturday, April 26th  from 9AM – 3PM. There will be  jump houses,  a baked goods contest , “Dessert Bar” hosted by the Heritage Society, arts & crafts for purchase, silent auctions, and a “Mr. & Ms. Kosse” contest for children. Enjoy the fun along with great concessions and food.
​Vendor booths are available inside, and there will be delicious food concessions available. To enter the contest or to reserve a vendor booth, call the city office at 254-375-2212. Free admission!
]]><![CDATA[NEW RULES FOR CITY DUMPSTER]]>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 19:49:58 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/new-rules-for-city-dumpster
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]]><![CDATA[Kosse Charitable Bingo Nights Announced]]>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:58:10 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-charitable-bingo-nights-announcedBingo starts again on Friday, January 31, 2025 hosted by the
​Kosse Heritage Society. 
Click here for a printable list of upcoming 2025 Bingo nights.
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]]><![CDATA[KCC Christmas Bingo Night]]>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:16:21 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kcc-christmas-bingo-nightChristmas Bingo Tonight!
Bigger prizes, special door prizes, food and fun!
Come enjoy the fun while supporting the programs of the Kosse Community Center!  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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]]><![CDATA[Santa at theCommunity Center]]>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 03:33:02 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/santa-at-thecommunity-centerBring the kids to see Santa at the Kosse Community Center at 6:30PM on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Refreshments and fun for all as Santa, Mrs. Claus and elves will be on hand!
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]]><![CDATA[Kosse Methodist Church Bazaar]]>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 14:00:16 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-methodist-church-bazaarJoin us on Saturday, October 5, 2024 for one of Kosse's favorite events, the annual Kosse Methodist Church Bazaar.  Ribs and fixin's for lunch, great desserts, a Country Store, Bake Sale, Silent Auction, Raffles and a Live Auction. fun for the whole family!
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]]><![CDATA[Blood Drive - July 19th]]>Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:31:45 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/blood-drive-july-19th
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]]><![CDATA[Kosse July 4th Celebration and Fireworks]]>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:34:07 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-july-4th-celebration-and-fireworks
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Get ready to celebrate Independence Day as the City of Kosse gears up for its highly anticipated annual fireworks extravaganza. The event is set to take place on Tuesday, July 4th at the Kosse City Park, promising a great evening of entertainment and family-friendly fun. This event is open to the public, and food and admission is free, offering an opportunity for everyone to share in the excitement and fun.

Starting at 6:00 PM, the festivities will kick off with water slides and the splash pad designed to keep the kids cool and entertained. Everyone will enjoy a delicious spread of hotdogs, water, and a variety of goodies, with a snow cone vendor also on site.

At approximately 9:00 PM, the Kosse Volunteer Fire Department will start the spectacular fireworks show, over the City Park lake. The Kosse fireworks show has become a highly anticipated tradition, bringing the community together in a spirit of patriotism and celebration.

"We are thrilled to invite everyone to our annual Independence Day fireworks show in Kosse," said Mayor Brooks Valls, "It's a tradition that unites Kosse and showcases the true spirit of patriotism. Everyone enjoys the food and sharing time with friends and family. And our fireworks show is unmatched in the area!"​
]]><![CDATA[Homecoming Parade - Last Call]]>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:40:16 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/homecoming-parade-last-callGet ready for the big Homecoming Parade at 10:00AM on Saturday, June 8th.  If you'd like to enter a float or just participate, call the City office at 254-375-2212 to sign up.  Free entry and prizes will be awarded!
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]]><![CDATA[STORM Information & Reporting]]>Fri, 24 May 2024 14:52:07 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/storm-information-reportingINFORMATION REGARDING THE RECENT STORMS
  • The mayor has issued a disaster declaration for the City of Kosse and has notified the governor's office.
  • Residents of the City of Kosse can use the area of the Baseball Fields for tree and limb cleanup debris.  DO NOT dump debris at the Kosse City Park.
  • , iSTAT is a portal for citizens and business owners to use to report damages.
   https://pstat.tdem.texas.gov/

Use the QR Codes below to report damages
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]]><![CDATA[KOSSE HOMECOMING WEEKEND]]>Thu, 09 May 2024 15:44:04 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-homecoming-weekend5553631Homecoming Weekend is coming up on June 7 & 8, 2024. Lots of fun, activities and celebrations capped off with the Saturday night Street Dance. Support Kosse's nonprofit organizations and enjoy a great time!
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]]><![CDATA[Historical Marker Dedication Ceremony]]>Thu, 09 May 2024 15:38:20 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/historical-marker-dedication-ceremonyThe public is invited to the dedication of a new historical marker in Kosse at 3PM on Friday, June 7, 2024.  Read the press release below.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 7, 2024
Media Contact: Samantha Hunick
hunick@preservationtexas.org

CHINESE LABOR ON THE HOUSTON & TEXAS CENTRAL RAILWAY RECOGNIZED WITH OFFICIAL UNDERTOLD TEXAS HISTORICAL MARKER
KOSSE, TX – Preservation Texas is pleased to announce that a dedication ceremony for a new Undertold Texas Historical Marker will take place in Kosse on Friday, June 7th, 2024. The event will be held at 3:00 p.m. near the West Washington Street railroad crossing (behind Branded Market). Awarded by the Texas Historical Commission, the marker recognizes the use of Chinese labor in the construction of the Houston & Texas Central Railway in 1870. Preservation Texas welcomes the public to attend the ceremony and witness this historic event, which will coincide with Kosse’s Homecoming Weekend festivities.
Following the Civil War, several hundred men from southern China’s Guangdong Province were employed to expedite construction of the railroad between Bremond and Thornton. These skilled and experienced workers were the first known group of Chinese laborers to come to Texas. The marker will be placed adjacent to the railroad tracks in downtown Kosse, which is the midpoint of the 20-mile section that they built.
“We are proud to highlight the significance of this little-known part of our state’s history and recognize the workers whose imprint on the land laid the foundation for later generations of Asian Americans in Texas,” said Evan Thompson, Executive Director of Preservation Texas.
The Texas Historical Commission established the Undertold Marker Program to promote diversity within the Official Texas Historical Marker Program. Undertold Markers address historical gaps, promote diversity of topics, and proactively document significant underrepresented subjects or untold stories.
“By telling diverse stories that spotlight the accomplishments of early Texas Chinese pioneers, the richness of Kosse and the region’s history can be better understood and appreciated,” said Thompson. “Preservation Texas is committed to strengthening the potential of Kosse to harness heritage tourism as a long-term economic strategy.”
Preservation Texas is currently rehabilitating the circa 1915 former Kosse City Hall, which will become a visitor orientation building for their future Center for Rural Heritage at Bassett Farms Conservancy, a historic 2,400-acre farm and ranch located just outside Kosse city limits. In the coming years, this property will be developed as a statewide preservation training and education center. Visit preservationtexas.org/crh to learn more.
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About Preservation Texas
Founded in 1985, Preservation Texas empowers Texans to preserve their cultural heritage, and stewards significant buildings, collections, and cultural landscapes to ensure their permanent protection. Visit preservationtexas.org for more information. 
]]><![CDATA[Kruzin to Kosse Truck & Car Show]]>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:44:36 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kruzin-to-kosse-truck-car-show
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This year, as part of the Kosse Spring Festival, Chris Heise and Relaxed Atmosphere will host the “Kruzin to Kosse Car & Truck Show” in downtown Kosse from 8PM - 4PM. Eight categories to win!
​For information or to register your show vehicle call Chris at 832-876-7975 or Smiley at 713-825-7185.
]]><![CDATA[Kosse Spring Festival]]>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:40:48 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/kosse-spring-festival
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Make your plans now for the Kosse Spring Festival and Car & Truck Show to be held at the Kosse Community Center Saturday, April 20, 2024. Come and enjoy the vendors, food, raffles, and fun from 9AM – 3PM. A limited number of vendor booths are available both inside and outside – call 254-375-2212 for information and to reserve your spot!
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]]><![CDATA[Masonic Lodge Pulled Pork Fundraiser]]>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:02:53 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/masonic-lodge-pulled-pork-fundraiserPicture
The Eutaw Masonic Lodge will host a fundraiser with pulled pork, beans and potato salad at the Kosse Community Center starting at 11:00AM on Sunday, February 19, 2024.
​Plates are only $12 and sales will continue until sold out.

​Proceeds support the Masons' local area scholarships and other charitable giving.
]]><![CDATA[Santa at the Community Center]]>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 19:29:31 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/santa-at-the-community-centerBring the kids to see Santa at 6:30PM on Thursday, December 14th at the Kosse Community Center. Lots of fun and goodie bags!  Merry Christmas!
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]]><![CDATA[2024 Charitable Bingo Nights Announced]]>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/2024-charitable-bingo-nights-announced
Thank you everyone for the fantastic support of charitable Bingo in Kosse in 2023!

​The Kosse Heritage Society, the Kosse Community Center and the Kosse Volunteer Fire Department 
will host 17 nights of Charitable Bingo at the Kosse Community Center in 2024.  
Save the Dates!

Enjoy the fun and support these Kosse Non-Profit 501(c)(3) ​charitable organizations in 2024. 
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 The annual Kosse Community Thanksgiving dinner will be served at 6:00PM this Thursday, November 9th at the Kosse Community Center. The Community Center will provide the turkey and dressing and beverages.  Bring your favorite side dish and/or dessert to share! Join us as we give thanks for Kosse and our friends and neighbors! Call 254-375-2212 with questions.
]]><![CDATA[Bid Notice for 2010 Ford F-150]]>Sat, 12 Aug 2023 00:54:06 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/bid-notice-for-2010-ford-f-150
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]]><![CDATA[Bingo Schedule Updated]]>Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:09:03 GMThttps://www.kossetexas.com/news/bingo-schedule-updatedThe updated remaining charitable Bingo Nights schedule is posted below.  The next Bingo Night will be on August 18, 2023 at 6PM.  Come enjoy the fun while supporting Kosse nonprofits!
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July 4th Celebration and Fireworks
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day as the City of Kosse gears up for its highly anticipated annual fireworks extravaganza. The event is set to take place on Tuesday, July 4th at the Kosse City Park, promising a great evening of entertainment and family-friendly fun. This event is open to the public, and food and admission is free, offering an opportunity for everyone to share in the excitement and fun.

Starting at 6:00 PM, the festivities will kick off with water slides and the new splash pad designed to keep the kids cool and entertained. Everyone will enjoy a delicious spread of hamburgers, hotdogs, water, and a variety of goodies, with a snow cone vendor also on site.

At approximately 9:00 PM, the Kosse Volunteer Fire Department will start the spectacular fireworks show, over the City Park lake. The Kosse fireworks show has become a highly anticipated tradition, bringing the community together in a spirit of patriotism and celebration. 

"We are thrilled to invite everyone to our annual Independence Day fireworks show in Kosse," said Mayor Brooks Valls, "It's a tradition that unites Kosse and showcases the true spirit of patriotism. Everyone enjoys the food and sharing time with friends and family. And our fireworks show is unmatched in the area!"​

For more information, or to donate please visit City Hall or Farmers State Bank. You can also call 254-375-2212.  

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