SHUTDOWN FALLOUT: FOOD CRISIS LOOMS

SHUTDOWN FALLOUT: FOOD CRISIS LOOMS

Oct 31, 2025

Mayor Kristin Ishihara calls for immediate community action, urges support Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/ETR As the government shutdown continues to impact families across East Texas, local leaders and nonprofit organizations are sounding the alarm about a growing food crisis. During a

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Mayor James Wansley Takes Office as Vice President of Texas Association of Regional Councils Board

Mayor James Wansley Takes Office as Vice President of Texas Association of Regional Councils Board

Oct 30, 2025

Story by Paula Jimenez Courtesy photos by the East Texas Council of Governments “I look forward to learning more about successful processes and programs from other Councils of Governments and how they might help ETCOG fill service and funding gaps in our region.”

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East Texas State Fair Rodeo nominated for PRCA’s top five medium rodeo

East Texas State Fair Rodeo nominated for PRCA’s top five medium rodeo

Oct 22, 2025

East Texas State Fair Rodeo nominee for top five in the nation Big news, East Texas! The East Texas State Fair celebrated its first annual opening weekend in September 2025 and is named as a top-five nominee for best medium rodeo in the

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BIG GREEN HITS 76 IN A ROW

BIG GREEN HITS 76 IN A ROW

Oct 21, 2025

Longview’s Lobo Band marches into history – AGAIN! The legendary Big Green Marching Machine of Longview High School has done it again — earning a Division I (Superior) rating at the UIL Region 21 Marching Contest, marking an astounding 76th consecutive year of

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UT Tyler unveils PA program

UT Tyler unveils PA program

Oct 14, 2025

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com The recent UT Tyler announcement and ribbon cutting was a significant event marking the opening of a new building at the Longview campus and the official announcement of a new Physician Assistant (PA) program. The gathering brought together university

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Mandatory Water Restrictions Remain in Effect for all Tyler Water Utilities Customers

Mandatory Water Restrictions Remain in Effect for all Tyler Water Utilities Customers

Oct 13, 2025

Status Update: Lake Palestine Water Treatment Plant Repairs continue at the Lake Palestine Water Treatment Plant after multiple critical equipment failures and flooding in the filter pipe gallery last week. While those repairs are underway, the Golden Road Water Treatment Plant continues to

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City announces new recycling collection schedule

City announces new recycling collection schedule

Oct 13, 2025

The City of Longview is updating its sanitation collection schedule to help reduce contamination of recycling loads, increase efficiency, and expand the types of materials that can be recycled. The changes will go into effect on Monday, November 3, 2025. The new program

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Government impostor scams: What you need to know

Government impostor scams: What you need to know

Oct 10, 2025

By Mechelle Agbanyi Mills These government impostor scams aim to scare people into sending money or revealing sensitive data. Scammers impersonate well-known agencies and use fear tactics to press victims to take action. In an era where digital communication makes it easier than

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Professor lands $1.2M to revolutionize PTSD treatment for Texas veterans

Professor lands $1.2M to revolutionize PTSD treatment for Texas veterans

Oct 8, 2025

Story by Hannah Buchanan TYLER, Texas (October 8, 2025) – Dr. Adam McGuire, associate professor of psychology at The University of Texas at Tyler, received a $1.2 million merit award from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to help improve the lives of

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DUST KICKED UP, HISTORY MADE

DUST KICKED UP, HISTORY MADE

Oct 3, 2025

East Texas State Fair's first PRO- sanction rodeo's ribbon cutting

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