May 03
It’s sad but true. Following major disasters and tragedies, scam artists impersonate charities to steal money or get private information from well-intentioned taxpayers. Fraudulent schemes involve solicitations by phone, social media, email or in-person. Scam artists use a variety of tactics. Some operate bogus charities that contact people by telephone to solicit money or financial …
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Apr 03
Ladies, how would you like to win a designer purse from Coach, Kate Spade, Dooney & Bourke, Michael Kors, and more? Or a beautiful pair of boots from Cavender’s or Dillard’s? Join your friends for an afternoon of fun at “Bags, Boots & Bingo” Saturday, April 13th beginning at 1:00 pm, at the East Texas …
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Jan 19
The East Texas Pool League consists of men and women pool teams from Longview, Kilgore, Tyler and other East Texas towns. The League has played competitively for over 10 plus years on a monthly basis according to Winsell Coleman, tournament director. Most importantly, the League periodically donate funds to charities in the community. This year …
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Dec 08
The Kappa Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma recently met at the Pine Tree Junior High Library for a literacy project. Each member brought purses packed with personal items or made book bags filled with children’s books for a local women’s shelter. Delta Kappa Gamma is a professional honor society for women educators. Their efforts …
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Nov 16
The spirit of giving seems to grow during the holiday season, and many donations are made to charitable causes at this special time of year. The IRS reminded taxpayers today to keep some important points in mind when making donations with the expectation of deducting them on a federal tax return. You can deduct donations …
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Nov 16
By Jason Alderman Each year, roughly one-third of American households itemize deductions on their federal income taxes. If you’re among that group, there are a several important actions you need to take by year’s end in order to take full advantage of available deductions. For example, by December 31 you must pay for any uninsured …
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Nov 09
By Greg Abbott Texas Attorney General Over the years, natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires – which were particularly devastating this year – have wreaked havoc on communities across Texas. In the wake of a natural disaster, the victims’ needs are great and their experiences are compelling. Equally moving is the way Texas …
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Jun 07
Students ranging from kindergarten to graduating high school seniors provided their artwork depicting the theme, “The Art of Giving” for the Tyler ISD Foundation, Thursday, May 26th at the Tyler Museum of Art. This event, part of a calendar year of events celebrating the 20th year of service and support from the education foundation, showcased …
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