STATE OF THE ROSE CITY 

STATE OF THE ROSE CITY 

Jun 5, 2026

Mayor Don Warren’s final, stirring address about leading with love and kindness, putting people first, and finding joy in hard work  Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi  Photos by Michael Cavazos photography  The recent State of the City marked an important chapter for the Rose City. Mayor Don Warren stood before

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Tyler Fire Department Celebrates Excellence at 34th Annual Awards Banquet

Tyler Fire Department Celebrates Excellence at 34th Annual Awards Banquet

Jun 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report TYLER, Texas — The Tyler Fire Department proudly hosted its 34th Annual Awards Banquet on May 29, 2026, at the WT Brookshire Conference Center in Tyler, recognizing the outstanding achievements, dedication, and service of its personnel. The annual event brought

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Teen shot in Longview

Teen shot in Longview

Jun 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report On June 1, 2026, at approximately 11:26 p.m., officers with the Longview Police Department heard gunshots in the area of the 400 block of Fair Street. Upon arrival, officers located a teenage victim who had sustained a gunshot wound while

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47 YEARS. ONE LEGACY 

47 YEARS. ONE LEGACY 

May 11, 2026

Built on trust. Driven by community  Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi  The Spring Hill State Bank lobby was full that late afternoon. Not just with people, but with memories.  At the front stood President and Bank Director of Spring Hill State Bank Wallace E. Rhymes III, a

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LARHONDA HAMILTON

LARHONDA HAMILTON

May 8, 2026

Qᴜɪᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀᴏɪɴᴇ: ʀᴇᴅᴇꜰɪɴɪɴɢ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ɪᴛ ᴍᴇᴀɴꜱ ᴛᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪᴛ ᴀʟʟ Story by PAULA JIMENEZ As May celebrates National Military Appreciation Month, we are honored to highlight the journey of East Texas native and United States Army veteran, LaRhonda Hamilton. With immense pride, LaRhonda reflects on her twenty years, four

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Boots, Bags, Bingo

Boots, Bags, Bingo

May 7, 2026

Where Fun Meets a Fierce Purpose  An unforgettable night rallying East Texas to stand up, speak out, and show up for every child.  Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi  The room filled with boots, bright bags, and something deeper than a fundraiser,  resolute purpose.  Rebecca Thomas had helped guide

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Stephen F. Austin State University Names Dr. Jason Reese Dean of Nelson Rusche College of Business

Stephen F. Austin State University Names Dr. Jason Reese Dean of Nelson Rusche College of Business

May 4, 2026

By PAULA JIMENEZ NACOGDOCHES, Texas – Stephen F. Austin State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Jason Reese as the permanent dean of the Nelson Rusche College of Business, effective May 1. Dr. Reese assumes the role after serving as interim dean

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Smith County Fire Marshal receives donation from Tyler fire family 

Smith County Fire Marshal receives donation from Tyler fire family 

Apr 4, 2026

ETR Staff Report The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office received a new Firepup costume to help engage and educate children about fire safety. And we’d like to give a huge thank you to Prosperity Bank and the Kim Hawkins family for making it

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Unity in action: City celebrates champions of change 

Unity in action: City celebrates champions of change 

Mar 31, 2026

Story by: JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI / Photos by: MICHAEL CAVAZOS PHOTOGRAPHY On a bright February  mid-morning, the doors opened to a room filled not just with people, but with anticipation. The Unity Honors Luncheon, hosted by the City of Longview Partners in Prevention’s Unity and Diversity Committee, had

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Red Cross Giving Day: Support Families When Help Can’t Wait

Red Cross Giving Day: Support Families When Help Can’t Wait

Mar 23, 2026

ETR Staff Report “When emergencies happen, it’s the generosity of this community that allows the Red Cross to respond quickly with care and support.” Karen Holt, Executive Director, American Red Cross East Texas Chapter TYLER, Texas, March 23, 2026 — Red Cross Giving Day

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