For years, residents in Seagoville, Crandall, and Combine have lacked a dedicated source for local news. National outlets cover national stories. Big Dallas area stations cover Dallas. What happens at a city council meeting, a school board vote, or a local sports game often goes unreported outside word of mouth.
Shop in Seagoville was built to close that gap. Founded by Marvin “Merv” Moore, a 1984 graduate of Seagoville High School, and his wife Lerma, the platform was designed around a simple idea. Local communities deserve a real news source that informs residents about what matters here, while also giving them something to enjoy.
The site covers city council meetings, school news, prep sports, and community events. It also includes features built purely for entertainment, including Hometown Trivia and Dallas Cowboys fan competitions, giving residents a reason to visit beyond the news cycle.
“People want to know what is happening in their own backyard. They also want a reason to smile and engage with their community. We built Shop in Seagoville to do both,” Merv said.
The platform also serves as a connection point for alumni from Seagoville High School and Crandall High School, helping former students stay informed about their schools and each other long after graduation.
For small business owners, Shop in Seagoville offers something increasingly rare. Local advertising at a price point that actually makes sense for a small business budget.
National advertising platforms charge rates built for large companies with large budgets. Shop in Seagoville was built differently. The platform offers some of the lowest advertising rates in the area, giving local entrepreneurs a direct line to the residents most likely to walk through their door.
“A small business owner does not need to reach a million people. They need to reach the people in their own town who are already looking for what they offer. That is exactly who reads Shop in Seagoville,” Merv said.
Business owners interested in a spotlight feature or advertising placement can reach out directly through the site. Residents looking for local news, school updates, prep sports coverage, or a place to settle a friendly Hometown Trivia debate can find it all in one place.
Shop in Seagoville is available at shopinseagoville.com.
Source: Shop in Seagoville
