Hattaway to fill KC unexpired term

Hattaway to fill KC unexpired term

Mar 18, 2026

ETR Staff Report Jennifer Hattaway has been appointed to fill the unexpired term of Lon Ford on the Kilgore College Board of Trustees. Hattaway was sworn in during the board’s special meeting on March 16. She will represent the Central Zone (KISD), Unit

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Foster Middle School excels at Region VII Model UN competition 

Foster Middle School excels at Region VII Model UN competition 

Mar 13, 2026

Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi Foster Middle School students demonstrated the power of preparation, collaboration, and global awareness at the recent Region VII Model United Nations competition held at Stephen F. Austin State University.  Representing five countries and competing against schools from across the region, Foster brought 29 delegates

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SPRING BREAK IS HERE

SPRING BREAK IS HERE

Mar 9, 2026

Longview library slates activities for children and their families ETR Staff Report Spring Break week will run March 9 to March 14. The Longview library is offering spring break activities for students. You do not have to stay bored at home. Check out

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CTC Health Science Students Train for Real-World Careers

CTC Health Science Students Train for Real-World Careers

Mar 5, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Students in the Health Science program at the Tyler ISD Career & Technology Center (CTC) are gaining real-world experience through immersive, hands-on training designed to prepare them for in demand healthcare careers. “Our Health Science program provides

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Tyler ISD CTC Marks 10 Years of Impact and Innovation

Tyler ISD CTC Marks 10 Years of Impact and Innovation

Mar 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Today, Tyler ISD proudly celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the Career & Technology Center (CTC), marking a decade of innovation, hands-on learning, and workforce readiness for students across the district. Community members, business partners, district leaders, and

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Tyler ISD Campuses Wrap-Up Black History Month Celebrations

Tyler ISD Campuses Wrap-Up Black History Month Celebrations

Mar 2, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Throughout February, Tyler ISD campuses have hosted meaningful events to honor the legacy, culture, and contributions of Black Americans. Among the highlights was a vibrant program at Jones Elementary School that celebrated Jazz culture through the perspective

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HURRIED CHILD SYNDROME

HURRIED CHILD SYNDROME

Feb 27, 2026

When busy becomes too much: The story of overbooked kids BY JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI It’s 6:45 p.m. on a Tuesday, and the Johnson family minivan pulls into the driveway. Inside are two exhausted kids, one with a cello case and the other clutching a

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SFA Appoints Dr. Chad Thomas as Associate Vice President and Dean of Students

SFA Appoints Dr. Chad Thomas as Associate Vice President and Dean of Students

Feb 26, 2026

Story by Paula Jimenez NACOGDOCHES, Texas — Stephen F. Austin State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Chad Thomas as the institution’s new associate vice president and dean of students, effective April 30. This strategic addition to SFA’s leadership marks a new

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Tyler Legacy’s Weeks Picks up 300th Career Victory

Tyler Legacy’s Weeks Picks up 300th Career Victory

Feb 23, 2026

ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Tyler Legacy High School Head Softball Coach Samantha Weeks scored her 300th career victory last week, defeating Big Sandy with a score of 15-1. Weeks is in her second season at Tyler Legacy, joining the program from

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Fifth Graders Surprise Classmate by Attending his Adoption Ceremony

Fifth Graders Surprise Classmate by Attending his Adoption Ceremony

Feb 20, 2026

ETR Staff Report When Alexander Kaine Johnson stepped into the 321st District Courtroom to be adopted on Friday, he was surprised to see about 45 fellow fifth graders from Bell Elementary School. Bell Principal Tamara Johnson and several teachers brought the group of

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