TRAFFIC ALERT | 07/07/20 |

RAILROAD BRIDGE REPAIRS CREATES DETOURS

Union Pacific Railroad will close Business 271 in Mount Pleasant at the railroad bridge between Arizona Street and Highway 49 for bridge repairs beginning Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p...

EXPLORING MOUNT PLEASANT PARKS | 06/26/20 |

Stay Safe, Outdoors!

Now, more than ever, parks and trails have played a critical and essential role in the quality of life in every U.S. community as citizens can get out for those much-needed walks, runs or bike rides and still maintain social distance.

L...

JUNETEENTH OAKLAND PARK DEDICATION | 06/22/20 |

City of Mount Pleasant Recognized Juneteenth with Oaklawn Park Dedication Service

It was a great community turn-out at the  Juneteenth 2020 Dedication Service honoring the Westside Pioneers of Softball and Wright Patman Johnson, Sr., and Joe Trayl...

MAYOR'S STATEMENT ON JUNE 20 PARADE | 06/16/20 |

We want you to know that the City, County and its law enforcement agencies are fully aware of, prepared for and supportive of a Peace Parade/March planned for this Saturday. It will begin at the Mount Pleasant Civic Center at 11 a.m. and conclude at the C...

THE PIONEERS OF SOFTBALL | 06/16/20 |

City of Mount Pleasant Recognizes Juneteenth with Oak Lawn Park Dedication Service at 6 p.m.

(En español)

Another hard day’s work, family dinner served, dishes dried and put away. Then off went the apron, and on went the softball glove....

MAYOR TRACY CRAIG, Sr. STATEMENT ON PEACE PARADE | 06/07/20 |

A DAY I WILL NEVER FORGET...

Yesterday was a day that I will never forget as our community came together peacefully, and safely in cars, to demonstrate our desire to create stronger relationships based upon understanding and trust.

While we all continue to ...

A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER | 06/06/20 |

City of Mt. Pleasant Statement Regarding Peace Parade Today

On behalf of the City of Mt. Pleasant, Texas, I can say that we join communities across the nation and around the world in our outrage at the killing of George Floyd.

We are aware of the Peace Para...

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR TRACY CRAIG, Sr. | 05/21/20 |

REMEMBERING OUR FORMER COUNCIL MEMBER

On behalf of the City of Mount Pleasant, I want to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Dorisula (Sue) Hawkins, who passed away on Sunday, May 17, at the age of 78.

Dr. Hawkins holds an important place in...

LANDFILL CONVENIENCE STATION | 05/12/20 |

Pleasant Oaks Landfill Convenience Station Re-opens May 16

(En español)

Republic Services, Inc. has announced that it will re-open the Pleasant Oaks Landfill convenience station on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon beginning May 16. The landfill is l...

THE U.S. CENSUS MATTERS | 05/07/20 |

The 2020 U.S. Census: Why It Matters More than Ever during COVID-19

(En español)The 2020 census matters now more than ever, even though we are experiencing an unparalleled period of upheaval in our businesses, our schools and our lives due to CO...

SEVERE WEATHER PREPARATION | 04/23/20 |

Don’t let Tornadoes Take You by Surprise

(En español)Our thoughts and prayers are with the Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma communities that were hit by tornadoes and experienced the loss of lives and properties last night.

This is a diffi...

HOMETOWN HEROES | 04/20/20 |

Mount Pleasant Fire Fighters Celebrate Local Kids with a Fire Truck Drive-By

(En español)The Mount Pleasant Fire Department wants to help celebrate your child’s birthday or special occasion with a fire truck drive-by! Our fire fighters...

ABUSE AWARENESS MONTH | 04/15/20 |

Going Blue for the Kids - National Child Abuse Prevention Month

(En español)

Abuse awareness is more important than ever as children Shelter In Place with stressed out, abusive household members. If you suspect domestic abuse, report it to 1-800-...

CURFEW FOR MINORS | 03/23/20 |

CURFEW HOURS FOR MINORS 17 AND UNDER

10 p.m. to 6 a.m. – 7 DAYS PER WEEK | STRICTLY ENFORCED

The City of Mount Pleasant Police Department will strictly enforce curfew hours for minors (17 years old and younger) that are now 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Citat...

PUBLIC HEATH DISASTER DECLARATIONS

Texas, County and City Issue Public Health Disaster Declarations

City of Mount Pleasant Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19):

Texas officials have issued a statewide public health disaster declaration, in the latest effort to combat the spread of COVID-19...

LIBRARY CLOSED

Library Closes; Offers Alternative Curbside Pick-Up Service

City of Mount Pleasant Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19):

The City of Mount Pleasant today closed the Mount Pleasant Public Library until further notice in response to updated Federal guidelin...

COVID-19: UPDATE ON USE OF FACILITIES

CITY OF MOUNT PLEASANT ISSUES UPDATE ON USE OF FACILITIES

Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19):

The City of Mount Pleasant today issued an update on the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on the use of city facilities following the declaration of...

LIBRARY PROGRAMS CANCELED

UPDATE ON NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): LIBRARY PROGRAMS CANCELED

The City of Mount Pleasant has canceled all programs and activities at the Mount Pleasant Public Library through April 30. At this time, the library remains open.

“We have been work...

CITY LIBRARY EVENT

UPDATE 03/13/19: LIBRARY 7TH ANNUAL EVENING OF ART ON MARCH 28 HAS BEEN CANCELLED

DUE TO ONGOING CONCERNS OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS.

Come celebrate spring with art, music and refreshments at the 7th Annual Friends of the Library Evening of Art at the Mount Plea...

NEW MOUNT PLEASANT SPORTS COMPLEX EXPECTED TO OPEN FALL 2020

New Mount Pleasant Sports Complex Expected to Open Fall 2020

Progress at the new Mount Pleasant Sports Complex is speeding along towards a Fall 2020 opening date!

The 145-acre property is located in the northeast corner of Business 271 and CR 1314 and boast...

CITY LEADERS SWORN IN

COUNCIL MEMBERS TAKE THE OATH OF OFFICE

The incumbent candidates on the ballot for the City of Mount Pleasant General Election on May 2 were unopposed. As a result, the election was officially canceled last night and (from left) Councilmembers Henry Chappe...

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE ANNOUNCED

City of Mount Pleasant Welcomes Miykael Reeve as Director of Finance.

The Community is invited to a Welcome Reception on Tuesday, March 3 from 5 to 6 p.m. prior to the City Council Meeting at City Hall, outside the Council Chambers. Please plan to come mee...

COMMUNITY POOL DAMAGED

City of Mount Pleasant Community Pool To Be Closed for Repairs

COMMUNITY POOL UPDATE - 02/27/20

 On 02/25/20, City Manager Ed Thatcher announced that the community pool located at Dellwood Park has sustained significant damage. He also stated that ...

LOCAL RESTAURANT AND SHRINERS RAISE MONEY

Mayor Tracy Craig, Sr. Proclaims February 25 as "Flip It Forward for Kids Day"

Pictured above from left, Mayor Tracy Craig, Sr.; Shriner Bill Swafford; Shriner Bill Guy; Lawyanda Prince; IHOP General Manager Charles Alcorn; and IHOP Shift Manager...

NEW INTERIM POLICE CHIEF ANNOUNCED

Assistant Police Chief Kyle Holcomb Appointed Interim Police Chief

Mount Pleasant City Manager Ed Thatcher announced today that he has appointed Assistant Police Chief Kyle Holcomb as Interim Police Chief beginning February 27. Holcomb will serve in this p...

MPFD FIREFIGHTING HISTORY

The “36” - Preserving a Part of Mount Pleasant History

Drop by the Central Fire Station and you’ll find a friendly and welcoming kind of attitude, even as the entire station stands ready for the next emergency call.

Just last w...

BTS WITH UTILITIES

CITY UTILITIES DEPARTMENT IS WORKING BEHIND THE SCENES 24/7 FOR YOU

Sacrifice. Dedication. Skill. Those are just a few of the words that are used to describe members of the Mount Pleasant Utilities Department.

“Our Utility employees work around th...

LOCAL BUSNESS FAMILY HONORED

The Priefert Family Inducted into Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame

Photo courtesy of The Priefert Family

We are bursting with Mount Pleasant Pride as we congratulate The Priefert Family, who were inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame on Thursday, January 16,...

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Mount Pleasant City Council & Staff Host Carter Care Blood Drive February 10

Mount Pleasant City Council and staff will show some love during Valentine’s Day Week by giving blood at the Carter Care Blood Drive on Monday, February 10 from 9 a....

AWARD WINNING AIRPORT

The Mount Pleasant Regional Airport & Mid America Flight Museum

Did you know that we have our own award-winning airport with a 6.000 foot runway and the Mid America Flight Museum right here in Mount Pleasant?Mount Pleasant City Manager Ed Thatcher had ...