CHRISTUS Health awards more than $300,000 to Longview-area nonprofits
Six nonprofit organizations in East Texas received grants totaling more than $300,000 on Tuesday for programs aimed at improving the health and well-being of their communities. The recipient organizations from the CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Health System region are: Each of the recipients who
Tyler ISD Students Earn National Merit Recognition
Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler ISD is proud to celebrate two Tyler Legacy High School students, Malcolm Jones and Jackson Larsh, for being named Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit® Scholarship Program. This honor places them among the top 50,000 students nationwide
26Texas Public Schools Honored as Inaugural Lone Star Ribbon Schools
The previously named National Blue Ribbon Schools program has transitioned to Texas Leadership The Texas Education Agency (TEA) congratulates the 26 Texas public schools named 2025 Lone Star Ribbon Schools. Governor Greg Abbott announced the honorees today, recognizing their outstanding academic performance and efforts to close achievement gaps. “These 26 schools represent the very best of Texas public
Deep-Fried Twinkies
By Glenn Miller GOD’S WORD: “This is how you are to eat it: with your cloak tucked into your belt, your sandals on your feet, and your staff in your hand. Eat it in haste; it is the Lord’s Passover.” – Exodus 12:11
UT Tyler School of Nursing Holds Grand Opening to Nursing Building
Investment strengthens pipeline of nurses to address workforce shortage Story by Elizabeth Wingfield The University of Texas at Tyler held a grand opening for the School of Nursing Building. The project, launched in spring 2023, reflects a major investment in nursing education to
Tyler Legacy Students Kick Off Chick-fil-A Leader Academy with Book Giveaway
Students are stepping into leadership Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler Legacy High School students are stepping into leadership through the kickoff of the 2025–2026 Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, one of the nation’s largest high school leadership programs. This year, 55 Legacy students joined peers
UT Tyler Police Honored by State for Professional Excellence
Story by Hannah Buchanan The University of Texas at Tyler Police Department has earned accreditation from the Texas Police Chiefs Association for meeting law enforcement best practice standards. Developed by Texas law enforcement experts, the more than 170 Best Practices are designed to
CHRISTUS Health spreads awareness for Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month in September
CHRISTUS Health encourages the community to take proactive steps for their heart health. Story by Paula Jimenez Courtesy photos by CHRISTUS Health In observance of National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month this September, CHRISTUS Health is dedicated to raising awareness about this serious
TYLER RESIDENT CLAIMS $2MILLION POWERBALL® PRIZE
AUSTIN, TX — A Tyler resident claimed a Powerball® prize worth $2 million for the drawing on Sept. 6. The second-tier prize-winning ticket was purchased at Super Food Mart 60, located at 2431 ESE. Loop 323, in Tyler. The claimant elected to remain
Longview High School named to Mahomes 15 with adidas; Gladiator uniforms, player store unveiled
Patrick Mahomes and adidas today announced the Mahomes 15, an elite group of 15 high school football programs nationwide chosen to wear the Super Bowl MVP’s new Gladiator logo. Longview High School is one of only two Texas schools selected for the honor,
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