Dr. Elisabeth Ploran named inaugural dean of Stephen F. Austin’s College of Health Professions
ETR Staff Report Following a nationwide search, Stephen F. Austin State University has appointed Dr. Elisabeth Ploran as the inaugural dean of the College of Health Professions. Ploran will begin her tenure in July, coinciding with the launch of the new college.
Longview High School celebrates 541 graduates in packed Lobo Stadium ceremony
ETR Staff Report Longview, TX – The cheers started before the first graduate even crossed the stage. By Friday evening, Lobo Stadium was packed with families holding signs, balloons, flowers and gifts as Longview High School celebrated the Class of 2026. Horns sounded
TISD celebrates educators, alumni, community camps
ETR Staff Report It was a night to remember as Tyler ISD celebrated the very best of its schools and community at the 2026 Educators of the Year Gala. With the support of Cooperative Teachers Credit Union (CTCU) and dedicated sponsors, the evening honored outstanding educators while also introducing
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
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
Johnston McQueen Elementary School
Future thinkers and leaders start here By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Melanie Martin, a veteran educator with 36 years of teaching experience, brings both depth and perspective to her work at Johnston McQueen Elementary. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University and a
Longview ISD announces new campus and district leadership appointments
ETR Staff Report Longview, TX – Longview ISD is proud to announce several key leadership appointments that will strengthen campus performance, enhance student safety, and support continued districtwideexcellence. “At Longview ISD, we are intentional about placing the right leaders in the right roles
Forest Park MS: Thinking beyond borders
By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Sarah Ashcraft begins most mornings the same way—standing at the front of her classroom at Forest Park Magnet School, watching her students settle in, wondering what new questions the day will bring. After 13 years in education, she has learned
CAPS, CHEERS, AND MEMORIES
Longview seniors return to elementary schools for Lobo Senior Walk ETR Staff Report Longview, TX – Cheers echoed through elementary hallways across Longview ISD as Longview High School seniors made a full-circle return to the campuses where their journeys first began. Traveling together
Longview ISD announces Valedictorian and Salutatorian for class of 2026
ETR Staff Report Longview, TX – Longview ISD is proud to announce the top two graduates of Longview High School’s Class of 2026: Mason Hodges, Valedictorian, and Mary Claire Hilton, Salutatorian. These two students have distinguished themselves through exceptional academic achievement, leadership, service,
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