Watson to Run for Gregg County DA

KILGORE — Kilgore attorney Tom Watson has announced he’s running as a Republican for Gregg County District Attorney. In a news release, Watson cites his “energy, dedication and over 22 years of experience in law enforcement, prosecution, and litigation in Gregg County.” Watson will challenge incumbent and fellow Republican Carl Dorrough. Watson says he’ll “aggressively act to convict murderers and violent offenders in a timely fashion…improve teamwork and communications with all Gregg County law enforcement, and represent Gregg County in court as a fearless and effective prosecutor.”