Jan 31
Ten years ago this week, on February 1, 2003, America and the world received the tragic news that Mission Control at Johnson Space Center had lost contact with the Space Shuttle Columbia while it was crossing the heavens at nearly 15,000 mph. At approximately 9:00 a.m., within seconds of the last communication received from the …
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Jan 31
Chairmen of two influential Senate committees unveiled a plan Tuesday that would give local school districts the power to enhance security on campus. Senate Finance Committee Chair Tommy Williams of Houston and Criminal Justice Committee Chair John Whitmire of Houston told reporters that the state must take action to prevent a mass shooting like the …
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Jan 30
The Texas Lottery Commission announced that lottery sales revenue transfers to the state’s Foundation School Fund have now surpassed the $15 billion mark. The December revenue transfer of buy viagra online pharmacy $96.7 million brought the total amount generated for the Foundation School Fund since 1997 to $15.08 billion. “$15 billion for Texas education is …
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Jan 29
Carl I Walters II warmly welcomes new additions Brandi Hrasdzira, Matt Tooker and Barbara Bingham to the Wellness Pointe Board of Directors. According to Walters, these outstanding community servants were voted to join canadian viagra Wellness Pointe dedicated Board of Directors during a January Board meeting. This addition brings the Board com-position to 11 members. …
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Jan 28
Marching in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King The recent Dr. Martin Luther King celebrations honored the civil rights slain leader with several events. An ecumenical service, Dr. King’s march and awards ceremony are some of the events to honor King. Keith Honey of AEP SWEPCO won the coveted Martin Luther King award for his …
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Jan 28
Longview’s Chamber of Commerce has set up a community engagement website called LongviewTexasListens.com. Developed by MindMixer this resource enables local residents to interact with city leaders in hopes of utilizing the populace as a means of boosting economic development throughout East Texas. The citizenry can now participate in this crucial issue without even having to …
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Jan 25
Executive Director Longview Museum of Fine Arts Renee Hawkins Renee Hawkins, executive director, Longview Museum of Fine Arts (LMFA) was elated when she received two pieces of artwork from AT&T. LMFA is not only home to many fine collections but also an education hub in Longview. Both young and not so young students participate in arts …
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Jan 23
The City of Tyler and Mayor Barbara Bass recently planted approximately 100 trees on Tree Tyler Day, Saturday, January 19. Local volunteers met at Harvey Convention Center, 2000 W. Front St., at 10 a.m. and enjoyed a free breakfast from Einstein’s Bros Bagels before teaming up to plant trees at one of four locations throughout …
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