Local News · Texas · October 15, 2026
From KVUE Austin
The festival brings thousands to the Gilmer area and has celebrated yams since 1935.
Reported by KVUE Austin, October 15, 2026. Read the full story at KVUE Austin →
Gilmer's East Texas Yamboree returns for 89th year of celebrating sweet potatoes
A local news story from Texas, reported by KVUE Austin.
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