New Millionaire in Longview
A Longview resident claimed a Powerballยฎ prize worth $2 million for the drawing on Jan. 3.The second-tier prize winning ticket was purchased at Mr. Kwik, located at 2000 S. High St., inLongview. The claimant elected to remain anonymous. The winning Quick Pick ticket
Smith County announced Colten Parsell as the new Supervisor for Animal Control
ETR staff report Colten Parsell has been named the new Smith County Animal Control Supervisor. โI wanted this role because animal control is a direct service to the community. It should be about helping people, protecting our animals and supporting the officers who
CHRISTUS Health breaks ground on multi-specialty facility in Jacksonville
(JACKSONVILLE, Texas) โ Community leaders, health care professionals and local officials gathered today to celebrate the groundbreaking of CHRISTUS Healthโs new state-of-the-art facility in Jacksonville that will significantly expand access to specialty medical services across the region, particularly for patients in surrounding rural
Kilgore Economic Development Corp. Marks 35 Years
Investing in itself, Kilgore has seen industrial property values grow 551 percent in the past three-and-a-half decades. In 1990, when Kilgore Economic Development Corporation was formed, those values were approximately $67 million. In 2025, they’re a little more than $435 million. Meanwhile, the
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Only EDC earning recognition in East Texas Story by Paula Jimenez [Washington, DC] โ The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has announced that the Tyler Economic Development Council has been reaccredited as an Accredited Economic Development Organization (AEDO). This recognition places them among
ETCOG Honored with 2025 Impact Award from the National Association of Development Organizations
East Texas Council of Governments receives a 2025 Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Award ETCOG has received a 2025 Aliceann Wohlbruck Impact Award from theย National Association of Development Organizationsย (NADO) for its efforts in building Veteran-Friendly Communities in East Texas. The Veteran-Friendly Community Designation Program launched
Mayor James Wansley Takes Office as Vice President of Texas Association of Regional Councils Board
Story by Paula Jimenez Courtesy photos by the East Texas Council of Governments โI 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.โ
Tyler ISD Expands Welding Program to Meet Growing Student Demand
Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler, TX โ When a Tyler ISD senior picks up a welding torch, theyโre not just practicing a skillโtheyโre preparing for a career in one of Texasโ most in-demand industries. For many, that torch leads to a job offer
UT Tyler unveils PA program
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
Mandatory Water Restrictions Remain in Effect for all Tyler Water Utilities Customers
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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