CHRISTUS Health celebrates communitypartners for their impact on Northeast Texas

CHRISTUS Health celebrates communitypartners for their impact on Northeast Texas

Sep 4, 2025

CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System recognized eight organizations from Northeast Texas CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System recognized eight organizations from Northeast Texas as part of the annual community benefit breakfast last week. The “Community Partner in Mission” award is tied to

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Longview Independent School District:East Texas Advanced Academies Champion for Children and Literacy

Longview Independent School District:East Texas Advanced Academies Champion for Children and Literacy

Sep 2, 2025

Dr. Jacqueline Burnett’s mission to empower parents and students Story by: Joycelyne Fadojutimi Photos by: Michael Cavazos With 36 years of experience in education, Dr. Jacqueline Burnett’s professional journey reflects a life dedicated to inspiring change, nurturing growth, and championing literacy from the

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Tyler ISD Inducts former Lion Kendall Hunter into Athletic Hall of Fame

Tyler ISD Inducts former Lion Kendall Hunter into Athletic Hall of Fame

Sep 1, 2025

The Tyler ISD Athletic Department is proud to announce its second inductee into the 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame. Mr. Kendall Hunter was recognized during halftime of the Tyler High vs. Marshall football game on August 29 at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose

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THE UNDERTAKER IN THE PULPIT

THE UNDERTAKER IN THE PULPIT

Aug 31, 2025

Losing souls with a frown, rediscover the joy that radiates from a redeemed life By Guido Ministries A deacon was asked by his pastor to meet a guest speaker at the local airport. He stoodpatiently waiting and looking at each traveler as they

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STAAR IS OUT

STAAR IS OUT

Aug 29, 2025

Senate Greenlights Overhaul of Texas School Testing ETR Staff Report Three shorter exams to replace STAAR by 2027, reshaping instruction and reducing student stress A New Era for Texas ClassroomsIn a landmark vote Wednesday night, the Texas Senate approved sweeping changes to the

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UT Tyler Recognized for Veterans Education Excellence

UT Tyler Recognized for Veterans Education Excellence

Aug 28, 2025

The University of Texas at Tyler received the Texas Veterans Commission Silver Veterans Education Excellence Recognition Award for its commitment to ensuring the academic success of veterans and the military-connected community. “This recognition reflects our success in providing robust support services and also

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UT Tyler Names Barbara Haas New Provost

UT Tyler Names Barbara Haas New Provost

Aug 28, 2025

“My goal is to support our faculty with an emphasis on teaching excellence so that we continue to deliver an exceptional educational experience for our students.” Dr. Barbara Haas, Provost at The University of Texas at Tyler The University of Texas at Tyler

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Smith County Employee Recognitions

Smith County Employee Recognitions

Aug 27, 2025

Kasey Philpott is retiring this week after three decades of service to the Smith County Adult Probation Department. She was honored for her service during the Commissioners Court on Tuesday, August 26. “First and foremost, I want to say how grateful I am

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Governor Abbott Signs Anti-Human Trafficking Bills Into Law At Governor’s Mansion

Governor Abbott Signs Anti-Human Trafficking Bills Into Law At Governor’s Mansion

Aug 26, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2306 and Senate Bill 1212 into law at the Governor’s Mansion, imposing the toughest penalties on human traffickers and ensuring offenders who target children and vulnerable Texans stay behind bars. “I thank all the survivors of human trafficking for stepping up

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CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital–Tyler celebration

CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital–Tyler celebration

Aug 25, 2025

New robotic technology offers fresh hope in the fight against lung cancer. ETR staff report In a major milestone for early lung cancer detection, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler has completed its 500th successful procedure using the Intuitive Ion Robotic Bronchoscope. With

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