Business Solutions

Business Solutions

Jun 5, 2025

Longview Chamber of Commerce demonstrates strong commitment to helping small businesses thrive through collaboration, mentorship, and access to essential resources. Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The recent Longview Chamber of Commerce Business Solutions luncheon graduated Longview Leadership Class of 2025. Leadership Longview

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The true story behind the hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”

The true story behind the hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus”

Jun 1, 2025

The powerful story behind “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” will change the way you sing it – because it was born from real faith, real sacrifice, and a martyr’s unwavering stand for Christ. By Chad Roberts I grew up singing the simple,

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Senate approves sweeping Education Funding Bill

Senate approves sweeping Education Funding Bill

May 29, 2025

This is not just a funding bill, it’s a long-term commitment to the future of public education. Conroe Senator Brandon Creighton By Richard Lee/Special to ETR The Senate gave final approval to an agreement negotiated between both chambers on how to deliver $8.5

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Longview ISD announces leadership changes

Longview ISD announces leadership changes

May 27, 2025

Longview, Texas  – Longview ISD is proud to announce key leadership transitions for the 2025-26 school year, showcasing our commitment to fostering instructional excellence and community engagement. These appointments reflect the district’s ongoing commitment to instructional excellence, family engagement, and student achievement. Mr.

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Forgiving when you don’t think you can

Forgiving when you don’t think you can

May 24, 2025

When forgiveness feels impossible, remember: it’s not about saying the pain didn’t matter – it’s about letting God’s grace free you from it. By Chad Roberts One of the most difficult things to do in life is to forgive someone who does not

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UT Tyler alum named International Fulbright Research Fellow

UT Tyler alum named International Fulbright Research Fellow

May 23, 2025

Our job at UT Tyler is to nurture and encourage students, and nothing makes us happier than seeing a student take full advantage of that support and then soar. Dr. Joshua Banta – UT Tyler Professor of Biology Colm Conneen of Tyler, a

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College athlete compensation: Committee considers more changes

College athlete compensation: Committee considers more changes

May 21, 2025

We have to continue to work – especially with settlements like this – to bring any common sense and consistency possible to what has been considered the Wild West for name, image, and likeness and paying college athletes. Senator Brandon Creighton – bill

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Shiprah and Puah

Shiprah and Puah

May 18, 2025

GOD’S WORD:  The king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, whose names were Shiphrah and Puah, “When you are helping the Hebrew women during childbirth on the delivery stool, if you see that the baby is a boy, kill him; but if

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D’Arbell, Duran named top students Class of 2025

D’Arbell, Duran named top students Class of 2025

May 16, 2025

Longview High School’s Class of 2025 Valedictorian is Diego D’Arbell, and the Salutatorian is Jagar Duran. Diego D’Arbell, son of Yadira Bobadilla and Jesus D’Arbell, will major in Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. Diego maintained the top academic rank throughout high school in

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Tyler ISD Project SEARCH graduates take bold steps toward independence

Tyler ISD Project SEARCH graduates take bold steps toward independence

May 14, 2025

Success isn’t always defined by a score on a test. Programs like Project SEARCH show how we’re helping all students discover their potential and build meaningful futures. Dr. Marty Crawford – Tyler ISD Superintendent Tyler, TX – A journey of growth, determination, and

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