47 YEARS. ONE LEGACY
Built on trust. Driven by community Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The Spring Hill State Bank lobby was full that late afternoon. Not just with people, but with memories. At the front stood President and Bank Director of Spring Hill State Bank Wallace E. Rhymes III, a
LARHONDA HAMILTON
Qᴜɪᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀᴏɪɴᴇ: ʀᴇᴅᴇꜰɪɴɪɴɢ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ɪᴛ ᴍᴇᴀɴꜱ ᴛᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪᴛ ᴀʟʟ Story by PAULA JIMENEZ As May celebrates National Military Appreciation Month, we are honored to highlight the journey of East Texas native and United States Army veteran, LaRhonda Hamilton. With immense pride, LaRhonda reflects on her twenty years, four
Boots, Bags, Bingo
Where Fun Meets a Fierce Purpose An unforgettable night rallying East Texas to stand up, speak out, and show up for every child. Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The room filled with boots, bright bags, and something deeper than a fundraiser, resolute purpose. Rebecca Thomas had helped guide
Stephen F. Austin State University Names Dr. Jason Reese Dean of Nelson Rusche College of Business
By PAULA JIMENEZ NACOGDOCHES, Texas – Stephen F. Austin State University has announced the appointment of Dr. Jason Reese as the permanent dean of the Nelson Rusche College of Business, effective May 1. Dr. Reese assumes the role after serving as interim dean
TEAM EAST TEXAS RISES
From Caddo Lake to underground aquifers, every drop counts Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com At the recent state of the region, the honorable Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt without much ado dived into the water treatise. He reiterated the utmost importance of water and its future. In East
Smith County Fire Marshal receives donation from Tyler fire family
ETR Staff Report The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office received a new Firepup costume to help engage and educate children about fire safety. And we’d like to give a huge thank you to Prosperity Bank and the Kim Hawkins family for making it
Unity in action: City celebrates champions of change
Story by: JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI / Photos by: MICHAEL CAVAZOS PHOTOGRAPHY On a bright February mid-morning, the doors opened to a room filled not just with people, but with anticipation. The Unity Honors Luncheon, hosted by the City of Longview Partners in Prevention’s Unity and Diversity Committee, had
Red Cross Giving Day: Support Families When Help Can’t Wait
ETR Staff Report “When emergencies happen, it’s the generosity of this community that allows the Red Cross to respond quickly with care and support.” Karen Holt, Executive Director, American Red Cross East Texas Chapter TYLER, Texas, March 23, 2026 — Red Cross Giving Day
City Grieves Loss of Employee
ETR Staff Report The City of Longview is deeply mourning the passing of a Longview Public Works employee, who died Monday, March 16, in a workplace accident. Buddy Powell was a member of our Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection crew. “We had already
City invites volunteers for “LoveLongview” Day of Serving
ETR Staff Report The City of Longview and Keep Longview Beautiful are inviting volunteers to the Love Longview – Day of Serving on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Starting at 8 a.m., this year’s efforts will focus primarily on the Project 365 designated neighborhood – the
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