We are approaching Memorial Day this next Monday and how thankful we should be as a nation to pause and remember those who died during military service to our country. More>>
The Tyler ISD bond proposal passed by a wide margin recently and many parents and educators and even tax payers celebrated the final vote tally. More>>
There are a few agencies of the federal government in which you expect partisan motives to play a part of their operation but there are also several governmental agencies that you trust will be non-partisan. More>>
You probably have never thought or printing your own firearm. That's right I said printing your own firearm. But it is possible. A non-profit Texas company named Defense Distributed has developed aMore>>
Monday, February 11 2013 11:00 AM EST2013-02-11 16:00:13 GMT
The country largely avoided the fiscal cliff at the beginning of the year but part of the recipe for success was that Congress and the willing president kicked the can down the road on spending cuts for governmentMore >>
The country largely avoided the fiscal cliff at the beginning of the year but part of the recipe for success was that Congress and the willing president kicked the can down the road on spending cuts for government programs.More >>
Thursday, February 7 2013 11:06 AM EST2013-02-07 16:06:05 GMT
The supreme court has already ruled that the Boy Scouts have a right to exclude homosexuals from leadership and membership. Just like the court has ruled in favor of states deciding whether they wantMore >>
The supreme court has already ruled that the Boy Scouts have a right to exclude homosexuals from leadership and membership.More >>
Monday, February 4 2013 7:32 AM EST2013-02-04 12:32:07 GMT
Governor Rick Perry has proposed something very unique in state politics and while the prospect of it happening is slim, it is certainly progressive. Perry has proposed that all unspent taxes collectedMore >>
Governor Rick Perry has proposed something very unique in state politics and while the prospect of it happening is slim, it is certainly progressive.More >>
Thursday, January 31 2013 10:00 AM EST2013-01-31 15:00:08 GMT
I had the occasion to go to Austin recently and hear from state lawmakers what some of the agenda items are for the state legislature over the next months. One of the items that may come up that was notMore >>
I had the occasion to go to Austin recently and hear from state lawmakers what some of the agenda items are for the state legislature over the next months.More >>
Monday, January 28 2013 8:00 AM EST2013-01-28 13:00:16 GMT
The 10 year anniversary of the crash of the space shuttle Columbia is coming up on February 1st. And how quickly things can change in 10 years. NASA is a fraction of the organization it was at the timeMore >>
The 10 year anniversary of the crash of the space shuttle Columbia is coming up on February 1st. And how quickly things can change in 10 years. NASA is a fraction of the organization it was at the timeMore >>
Thursday, January 24 2013 7:30 AM EST2013-01-24 12:30:06 GMT
Another shooting on a campus, this time at a Texas college near Houston, has poured another bucket of gasoline on the debate on gun control. It is not surprising that America is divided on the prospectMore >>
Another shooting on a campus, this time at a Texas college near Houston, has poured another bucket of gasoline on the debate on gun control.More >>
Monday, January 21 2013 9:16 AM EST2013-01-21 14:16:05 GMT
More than two months have passed since the November election resulting in the re-election of Barrack Obama to the presidency by a wide margin. Beyond Mitt Romney, another casualty seems to be the RepublicanMore >>
More than two months have passed since the November election resulting in the re-election of Barrack Obama to the presidency by a wide margin.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:27 AM EST2013-01-17 14:27:58 GMT
By Pat StaceySportscaster Bob Costas delivered a commentary on gun control last Sunday night in the wake of the murder-suicide of Kansas City Chief Jovan Belcher. The action by Belcher was obviously aMore >>
Sportscaster Bob Costas delivered a commentary on gun control last Sunday night in the wake of the murder-suicide of Kansas City Chief Jovan Belcher.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:27 AM EST2013-01-17 14:27:15 GMT
By Pat StaceyIf it is not a government shutdown, it is the fiscal cliff. And in this time it is just that, the fiscal cliff. You have probably heard a lot about America's rapid approach to the fiscalMore >>
If it is not a government shutdown, it is the fiscal cliff. And in this time it is just that, the fiscal cliff.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:26 AM EST2013-01-17 14:26:50 GMT
By Pat StaceyWhitehouse High School head foot ball coach Randy McFarlin is out of a job at the end of the school year. And, it appears, he doesn't know why. Coach McFarlin led the Whitehouse football teamMore >>
Whitehouse High School head foot ball coach Randy McFarlin is out of a job at the end of the school year.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:25 AM EST2013-01-17 14:25:49 GMT
By Pat StaceyBased on the intention by many retailers to expand Black Friday sales to start on Thursday, could the end of Black Friday as we know it be upon us and could this also be the final nail inMore >>
Based on the intention by many retailers to expand Black Friday sales to start on Thursday, could the end of Black Friday as we know it be upon us and could this also be the final nail in the coffin of the traditional familyMore >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:25 AM EST2013-01-17 14:25:13 GMT
By Pat StaceyHundreds of thousands of signatures have appeared on the White House website in response to 30 states petitioning the federal government for a peaceful secession from the United States. TheMore >>
Hundreds of thousands of signatures have appeared on the White House website in response to 30 states petitioning the federal government for a peaceful secession from the United States.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:20 AM EST2013-01-17 14:20:23 GMT
Congress and the President played financial tennis over the holidays and the nation's financial state may have been the ball. Now it appears that the can has largely been kicked down the road as the taxMore >>
Congress and the President played financial tennis over the holidays and the nation's financial state may have been the ball.More >>
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:16 AM EST2013-01-17 14:16:01 GMT
Cyclist Lance Armstrong finally turned over a new leaf and confessed years of indiscretions. He is truly a changed person. Or is he? Armstrong, for years, was the face of a survivor, of a victor, notMore >>
Cyclist Lance Armstrong finally turned over a new leaf and confessed years of indiscretions. He is truly a changed person. Or is he?More >>
Monday, January 14 2013 8:00 AM EST2013-01-14 13:00:17 GMT
The Texas economy is doing very well compared to the rest of the country and, as state lawmakers begin the 20-13 session of the Texas legislature, the task of creating the budget for the State of TexasMore >>
The Texas economy is doing very well compared to the rest of the country and, as state lawmakers begin the 20-13 session of the Texas legislature, the task of creating the budget for the State of TexasMore >>
Thursday, January 10 2013 8:00 AM EST2013-01-10 13:00:16 GMT
We have experienced a colder than normal winter up to this point and it is a welcome sight for many of us but with a cold winter, people are driven indoors more and with that comes the spread of the flu.More >>
We have experienced a colder than normal winter up to this point and it is a welcome sight for many of us but with a cold winter, people are driven indoors more and with that comes the spread of the flu.More >>
Thursday, January 3 2013 6:38 AM EST2013-01-03 11:38:35 GMT
I recently had a lot of feedback on a Better East Texas segment where I spoke about the need to address semi-automatic firearms, high capacity magazines and the mental health side of permitting peopleMore >>
I recently had a lot of feedback on a Better East Texas segment where I spoke about the need to address semi-automatic firearms, high capacity magazines and the mental health side of permitting people to own such weapons.More >>
Tuesday, January 1 2013 5:10 PM EST2013-01-01 22:10:50 GMT
The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut has spurred the debate on gun regulations once again across the U-S. But this time there is a movement not only by those in government but also the business world andMore >>
The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut has spurred the debate on gun regulations once again across the U-S.More >>
Thursday, December 27 2012 9:48 AM EST2012-12-27 14:48:59 GMT
This is the time of year when resolutions enter just about everyone's mind. Typically we think of ways to improve ourselves. I certainly have my "work out" resolution and an "eat better" resolution inMore >>
This is the time of year when resolutions enter just about everyone's mind. Typically we think of ways to improve ourselves.More >>
Thursday, December 27 2012 9:42 AM EST2012-12-27 14:42:37 GMT
Following the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut, local schools undertook an intensive review of disaster plans and security procedures. It was all an attempt to give parents some comfort that their child'sMore >>
Following the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut, local schools undertook an intensive review of disaster plans and security procedures.More >>
Thursday, December 20 2012 10:28 AM EST2012-12-20 15:28:28 GMT
By Pat StaceyWith all the losses from hurricane Sandy, you have to hope that one victim is not the election. With a big segment of the east coast in a structural mess, the focus, rightly so has been onMore >>
With all the losses from hurricane Sandy, you have to hope that one victim is not the election.More >>
Thursday, December 20 2012 10:26 AM EST2012-12-20 15:26:29 GMT
By Pat Stacey Both ballot initiatives dealing with alcohol sales in Smith County have passed and soon both the City of Tyler and Smith County and other municipalities will be the beneficiaries of an estimatedMore >>
Both ballot initiatives dealing with alcohol sales in Smith County have passed and soon both the City of Tyler and Smith County and other municipalities will be the beneficiaries of an estimated total of more than 4-million dollars in tax revenue.More >>
Thursday, December 20 2012 10:25 AM EST2012-12-20 15:25:31 GMT
By Pat StaceyThere is a steady buzz about the appeal of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and her possible run again on trying to get elected president in 20-16. Secretary Clinton has remained in theMore >>
There is a steady buzz about the appeal of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and her possible run again on trying to get elected president in 20-16.More >>
Friday, December 14 2012 9:12 AM EST2012-12-14 14:12:03 GMT
By Pat StaceyRecently the state law makers in Michigan passed right to work laws that make it illegal to force workers to pay union dues. This inspired protests in the state house of Michigan by pro-unionMore >>
Recently the state law makers in Michigan passed right to work laws that make it illegal to force workers to pay union duesMore >>
Thursday, December 13 2012 9:36 AM EST2012-12-13 14:36:31 GMT
By Pat StaceyIf the was ever a time for a law against cronyism in the federal government, now is the time. President Obama is considering several influential fund-raisers for post as ambassadors for ourMore >>
If the was ever a time for a law against cronyism in the federal government, now is the time.More >>
Tuesday, December 4 2012 10:22 AM EST2012-12-04 15:22:04 GMT
Effective marketing is powerful stuff. For 60 plus years, since the advent of television, critics have been able to identify products that are harmful but, due to effective marketing, have been very popularMore >>
Effective marketing is powerful stuff. For 60 plus years, since the advent of television, critics have been able to identify products that are harmful but, due to effective marketing, have been very popularMore >>
Thursday, November 29 2012 8:55 AM EST2012-11-29 13:55:48 GMT
By Pat StaceyAs we enter the holiday season this year, it is our hope that you and your family plan and participate in some special family events. We have much to be thankful for. There is oppressionMore >>
As we enter the holiday season this year, it is our hope that you and your family plan and participate in some special family eventsMore >>
Tuesday, November 6 2012 9:53 AM EST2012-11-06 14:53:32 GMT
By Pat StaceyWith all the losses from hurricane Sandy, you have to hope that one victim is not the election. With a big segment of the east coast in a structural mess, the focus, rightly so has been onMore >>
With all the losses from hurricane Sandy, you have to hope that one victim is not the election. With a big segment of the east coast in a structural mess, the focus, rightly so has been on getting basic services to those affected. More >>
Thursday, October 25 2012 8:09 AM EDT2012-10-25 12:09:55 GMT
First it was Chick-Fil-A day several weeks ago supporting the restaurant's support of a traditional family and a counter demonstration followed several days later.More >>
First it was Chick-Fil-A day several weeks ago supporting the restaurant's support of a traditional family and a counter demonstration followed several days later.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:16 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:16:17 GMT
By Pat Stacey The possibility of Tyler facing a wet – dry vote this fall has an interesting situation brewing that quietly exists in many households across east Texas and that is the question of parentsMore >>
The possibility of Tyler facing a wet – dry vote this fall has an interesting situation brewing that quietly exists in many households across east Texas and that is the question of parents letting their teens drink before they are 21.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:15 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:15:17 GMT
A three judge panel is deciding the fate of the Texas voter I-D law that was passed in 2011 that requires prospective voters to produce a picture I-D to receive a ballot.More >>
A three judge panel is deciding the fate of the Texas voter I-D law that was passed in 2011 that requires prospective voters to produce a picture I-D to receive a ballot.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:13 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:13:29 GMT
By now you have probably heard of the boycott threat against fast food giant Chick-fil-A because of the company president's comments about supporting the traditional model for marriage.More >>
By now you have probably heard of the boycott threat against fast food giant Chick-fil-A because of the company president's comments about supporting the traditional model for marriage.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:11 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:11:47 GMT
With the announcement of Representative Paul Ryan to the republican ticket as the presumed vice presidential nominee, the P-R machines in both parties started churning out propaganda.More >>
With the announcement of Representative Paul Ryan to the republican ticket as the presumed vice presidential nominee, the P-R machines in both parties started churning out propaganda.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:10 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:10:16 GMT
Missouri Congressman Todd Aiken is in big trouble. Aiken is running for a federal senate seat in Missouri and was leading his opponent in the polls recently.More >>
Missouri Congressman Todd Aiken is in big trouble. Aiken is running for a federal senate seat in Missouri and was leading his opponent in the polls recently.More >>
Friday, October 12 2012 1:09 PM EDT2012-10-12 17:09:53 GMT
Kids are finally back in school and with that annual trek back to education comes the return of a chronic issue in our schools and among our children and that is the issue of bullying.More >>
Kids are finally back in school and with that annual trek back to education comes the return of a chronic issue in our schools and among our children and that is the issue of bullying.More >>
Tuesday, September 25 2012 8:30 AM EDT2012-09-25 12:30:32 GMT
The U-S is once again the target of radical elements in the Middle East and across the world as protests and riots continue as a reaction to the amateur film the Muslims say insults Islam.More >>
The U-S is once again the target of radical elements in the Middle East and across the world as protests and riots continue as a reaction to the amateur film the Muslims say insults Islam.More >>
Thursday, September 6 2012 11:39 AM EDT2012-09-06 15:39:41 GMT
If you are a Dallas Cowboys fan you have heard about the personal restrictions being used by the Cowboys to keep star receiver and east Texan Dez Bryant on the straight and narrow.More >>
If you are a Dallas Cowboys fan you have heard about the personal restrictions being used by the Cowboys to keep star receiver and east Texan Dez Bryant on the straight and narrow.More >>
Thursday, September 6 2012 11:13 AM EDT2012-09-06 15:13:42 GMT
The last moments of Osama Bin Laden have been chronicled in a just released book written by a retired Navy SEAL who was on the mission to take out Bin Laden.More >>
The last moments of Osama Bin Laden have been chronicled in a just released book written by a retired Navy SEAL who was on the mission to take out Bin Laden.More >>
Tuesday, August 28 2012 1:30 PM EDT2012-08-28 17:30:21 GMT
The Smith County Sheriff's race is winding down and while the campaign has been generally positive, there has been a certain amount of bickering and accusations flying between the camps of Chris Green and Larry Smith.More >>
The Smith County Sheriff's race is winding down and while the campaign has been generally positive, there has been a certain amount of bickering and accusations flying between the camps of Chris Green and Larry Smith.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:30 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:30:50 GMT
Recently college football conference commissioners approved a plan for college football to move away from the B-C-S or Bowl Championship Series that ranked teams to determine the national title game.More >>
Recently college football conference commissioners approved a plan for college football to move away from the B-C-S or Bowl Championship Series that ranked teams to determine the national title game.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:28 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:28:55 GMT
I saw the story earlier about an elementary school principal in Brooklyn, New York who cancelled the planned singing of Lee Greenwood's popular patriotic song – God Bless The USA.More >>
I saw the story earlier about an elementary school principal in Brooklyn, New York who cancelled the planned singing of Lee Greenwood's popular patriotic song – God Bless The USA.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:28 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:28:38 GMT
Don't we all get sick of people making decisions for us? I mean, we spent nearly the first two decades of our lives, fighting for the right to make our own decision.More >>
Don't we all get sick of people making decisions for us? I mean, we spent nearly the first two decades of our lives, fighting for the right to make our own decision.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:28 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:28:22 GMT
Listening to the words of former President Bill Clinton stump for current President Barrack Obama, you would think that our country and the world were on the verge of anarchy.More >>
Listening to the words of former President Bill Clinton stump for current President Barrack Obama, you would think that our country and the world were on the verge of anarchy and the next President of the United States holds the key.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:28 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:28:04 GMT
Perhaps you saw recently where Deanna Laney was released from a state mental facility after serving 8 years of being acquitted of capital murder by reason of insanity.More >>
Perhaps you saw recently where Deanna Laney was released from a state mental facility after serving 8 years of being acquitted of capital murder by reason of insanity.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:27 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:27:37 GMT
Don't we all get sick of people making decisions for us? I mean, we spent nearly the first two decades of our lives, fighting for the right to make our own decision.More >>
Don't we all get sick of people making decisions for us? I mean, we spent nearly the first two decades of our lives, fighting for the right to make our own decision.More >>
Thursday, August 9 2012 12:26 PM EDT2012-08-09 16:26:57 GMT
We are months away from the November election but the city of Tyler, Smith County and several other communities are abuzz with the prospect of some form of wet-dry initiative being on the ballot.More >>
We are months away from the November election but the city of Tyler, Smith County and several other communities are abuzz with the prospect of some form of wet-dry initiative being on the ballot.More >>
Over the past few weeks we have seen extensive coverage and heard unending opinion on the events surrounding the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.More >>
Over the past few weeks we have seen extensive coverage and heard unending opinion on the events surrounding the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.More >>
Monday, March 12 2012 9:14 AM EDT2012-03-12 13:14:45 GMT
The race for the republican presidential nomination continues on and it looks like it will not truly be decided until the republican convention.More >>
The race for the republican presidential nomination continues on and it looks like it will not truly be decided until the republican convention.More >>
Monday, March 12 2012 9:13 AM EDT2012-03-12 13:13:33 GMT
Recently the debate over insurance covered contraception blew up when Rush Limbaugh verbally assailed a Georgetown law student on her testimony that companies insurance coverage should cover the costs of birth control.More >>
Recently the debate over insurance covered contraception blew up when Rush Limbaugh verbally assailed a Georgetown law student on her testimony that companies insurance coverage should cover the costs of birth control.More >>
It used to be a cryptic note made of cut out letters or an anonymous phone call placed to the school office and now we are dealing Facebook gun threats at school.More >>
It used to be a cryptic note made of cut out letters or an anonymous phone call placed to the school office and now we are dealing Facebook gun threats at school.More >>
Perhaps you have heard of them and wondered if they provided some extra human power, perhaps the name sounds like a handful of amped up vitamins.More >>
Perhaps you have heard of them and wondered if they provided some extra human power, perhaps the name sounds like a handful of amped up vitamins.More >>
I watched some of the Grammys the other night as I was drawn to several of the promoted performers and the Glen Campbell tribute along with everything happening around Whitney Houston's death.More >>
I watched some of the Grammys the other night as I was drawn to several of the promoted performers and the Glen Campbell tribute along with everything happening around Whitney Houston's death.More >>
You may not have even heard of Fisker but you own a piece of it as a taxpayer, or probably soon will. Our government has backed a loan of $529 million for Fisker to build affordable electric sedans.More >>
You may not have even heard of Fisker but you own a piece of it as a taxpayer, or probably soon will. Our government has backed a loan of $529 million for Fisker to build affordable electric sedans.More >>
We may not know when the state primary will take place and who knows if Texas will have any say in the Republican Presidential nomination but one thing we can be sure of... More >>
We may not know when the state primary will take place and who knows if Texas will have any say in the Republican Presidential nomination but one thing we can be sure of is that there will be a new sheriff in Smith County elected soon.More >>
I was recently sent a story about a furniture company in North Carolina starting operations again in the US after moving their production to China.More >>
I was recently sent a story about a furniture company in North Carolina starting operations again in the US after moving their production to China.More >>
It seems that social media has quickly become entrenched in just about every facet of our lives including our home life and even our work areas.More >>
It seems that social media has quickly become entrenched in just about every facet of our lives including our home life and even our work areas.More >>
The President delivered his State of the Union speech the other night and, not unexpectedly, it outlined the platform that President Obama will be running on.More >>
The President delivered his State of the Union speech the other night and, not unexpectedly, it outlined the platform that President Obama will be running on.More >>
President Barack Obama has reached across the political aisle and requested that Congress give him the authority to reduce the size of government.More >>
President Barack Obama has reached across the political aisle and requested that Congress give him the authority to reduce the size of government.More >>
Did you ever stop and think how much money it costs to keep nature, well, natural? I'm talking about the state parks and the current revenue hole that the Texas Parks and Wildlife park system finds itself in.More >>
Did you ever stop and think how much money it costs to keep nature, well, natural? I'm talking about the state parks and the current revenue hole that the Texas Parks and Wildlife park system finds itself in.More >>
Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has dropped out of the race and now the national media has set their sights on Newt Gingrich.More >>
Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain has dropped out of the race and now the national media has set their sights on Newt Gingrich.More >>
Black Friday retail sales are up, automotive sales are growing and….The Comptroller for the State of Texas, Susan Coombs has declared the recession is over.More >>
Black Friday retail sales are up, automotive sales are growing and….The Comptroller for the State of Texas, Susan Coombs has declared the recession is over.More >>
It seems that every day Americans are doing more to improve the economy and brighten the spirits of many that are financially strapped than those that have been elected to do such.More >>
It seems that every day Americans are doing more to improve the economy and brighten the spirits of many that are financially strapped than those that have been elected to do such.More >>
For years Goodwill Industries of East Texas has used a powerful service and business model to provide jobs for our community...More >>
For years Goodwill Industries of East Texas has used a powerful service and business model to provide jobs for our community, train workers in new skill sets, and even make a difference in the amount of waste in our landfills.More >>
The congressional super committee failed in its charge of agreeing on cutting 1 point 2 trillion dollars from the upcoming budget so now, automatic cuts to some huge expense areas become a reality.More >>
The congressional super committee failed in its charge of agreeing on cutting 1 point 2 trillion dollars from the upcoming budget so now, automatic cuts to some huge expense areas become a reality.More >>
Perhaps you participated in the craziness of Black Friday last week or you may have clicked and purchased on Cyber Monday this week...More >>
Perhaps you participated in the craziness of Black Friday last week or you may have clicked and purchased on Cyber Monday this week and perhaps – but probably not – you saved some money beyond the norm during one of these shopping interactions.More >>
The definition of public servant certainly includes helping those who otherwise would go without. And helping those in need is certainly the mission of Breckenridge Village of Tyler.More >>
The definition of public servant certainly includes helping those who otherwise would go without. And helping those in need is certainly the mission of Breckenridge Village of Tyler – KLTV's Community Spotlight for November.More >>
We are in a serious delay in a decision on the TransCanada Keystone X-L oil pipeline that is planned to run from Alberta, Canada to the gulf coast refineries right through east Texas.More >>
We are in a serious delay in a decision on the TransCanada Keystone X-L oil pipeline that is planned to run from Alberta, Canada to the gulf coast refineries right through east Texas.More >>
Recently, we have seen the incredible power of the people at work, demanding change, uniting for a specific cause and standing on their beliefs until resolution was reached.More >>
Recently, we have seen the incredible power of the people at work, demanding change, uniting for a specific cause and standing on their beliefs until resolution was reached.More >>
Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee made the recommendation that starting at age 11, boys should be immunized with the human papillomavirus vaccine.More >>
Recently the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory committee made the recommendation that starting at age 11, boys should be immunized with the human papillomavirus vaccine.More >>
The congressional bi-partisan super committee that is charged with making recommendations on reducing the national debt is floating an idea whose time may have come.More >>
The congressional bi-partisan super committee that is charged with making recommendations on reducing the national debt is floating an idea whose time may have come.More >>
Watching the Republican debate recently, the issue of the religious faith of the candidates continues to be a topic of conversation. Is it the country or the national media that keeps bringing this up?More >>
Watching the Republican debate recently, the issue of the religious faith of the candidates continues to be a topic of conversation. Is it the country or the national media that keeps bringing this up?More >>
The "Occupy Wall Street" movement continues to increase in popularity and there is even rumor of some activities here in east Texas but the movement is seriously flawed. More >>
The "Occupy Wall Street" movement continues to increase in popularity and there is even rumor of some activities here in east Texas but the movement is seriously flawed. First of all there are no true leaders, only a loose steering committee.More >>
Hank Williams Junior, country and western icon put his foot in his mouth when he described the golf game between President Obama and House Speaker Boehner as akin to a game between Hitler and Netanyahu.More >>
Hank Williams Junior, country and western icon put his foot in his mouth when he described the golf game between President Obama and House Speaker Boehner as akin to a game between Hitler and Netanyahu.More >>
Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:21 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:21:54 GMT
Here in the dog days of summer, we focus on making sure everyone has enough to drink to stay hydrated, but have you ever been hungry - truly hungry with no way to satisfy your appetite?More >>
Here in the dog days of summer, we focus on making sure everyone has enough to drink to stay hydrated, but have you ever been hungry - truly hungry with no way to satisfy your appetite?More >>
Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:20 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:20:42 GMT
Perhaps you have seen our Gift of Love segment each week in our ten o'clock news. Jennifer Hines profiles a young person or persons that are on the search for a forever family.More >>
Wednesday, October 5 2011 5:20 PM EDT2011-10-05 21:20:16 GMT
As we kick off another year of recognizing community organizations and efforts to address the needs in east Texas, the needs of the unborn rose great for this month.More >>
The Smith County Commissioners Court recently approved the placement of the motto "In God We Trust" in the county court chambers and it appears that other municipalities are following suit.More >>
The Smith County Commissioners Court recently approved the placement of the motto "In God We Trust" in the county court chambers and it appears that other municipalities are following suit.More >>
Recently the Smith County Emergency Services District number 2 or ESD voted to reduce the property tax rate for those homeowners served by the districtMore >>
Recently the Smith County Emergency Services District number 2 or ESD voted to reduce the property tax rate for those homeowners served by the districtMore >>
With Governor Rick Perry leading Republican presidential hopefuls, we will no doubt see comparisons between Governor Perry and President Bush during his term as governor.More >>
With Governor Rick Perry leading Republican presidential hopefuls, we will no doubt see comparisons between Governor Perry and President Bush during his term as governor.More >>
Well it looks like it is going to happen, rumors are flying that Texas A&M is leaving the Big 12 to go to the Southeastern Conference or should I say the school is finally leaving the rivalry with Texas.More >>
Well it looks like it is going to happen, rumors are flying that Texas A&M is leaving the Big 12 to go to the Southeastern Conference or should I say the school is finally leaving the rivalry with Texas.More >>
President Obama has quickly become candidate Obama and, during this extended recess for Congress and the White House, he has been traveling the country in a million dollar bus, we'll call Trailways One.More >>
President Obama has quickly become candidate Obama and, during this extended recess for Congress and the White House, he has been traveling the country in a million dollar bus, we'll call Trailways One.More >>
Wednesday, August 10 2011 3:53 PM EDT2011-08-10 19:53:08 GMT
By Pat StaceyPresident Obama and Congress are on a five week vacation now that they have solved the debt ceiling issue. Or could I phrase that statement differently by saying that President Obama andMore >>
The Texas Wounded Warrior organization is there to give support for wounded U-S service members, their families, and the families of the fallen.More >>
The Texas Wounded Warrior organization is there to give support for wounded U-S service members, their families, and the families of the fallen.More >>
The United State Postal Service made news recently by releasing their plans to review and evaluate the existing post office locations across the U-S and consider closing some of the locations.More >>
The United State Postal Service made news recently by releasing their plans to review and evaluate the existing post office locations across the U-S and consider closing some of the locations.More >>
What do the Dallas Cowboys and the federal government have in common? Well, actually very little but they both had an expense ceiling that one organization addressed while the other dodged.More >>
Friday, July 22 2011 12:34 PM EDT2011-07-22 16:34:11 GMT
By Pat StaceyIn the effort to address our national debt by either cutting expenses or raising revenue, Congress and the President are leaving no stone unturned. In fact, legislation is under considerationMore >>
We have a week long conversation of comments on KLTV.com on the subject of a story we aired on the new restaurant going into the location formerly occupied by El Chico's.More >>
We have a week long conversation of comments on KLTV.com on the subject of a story we aired on the new restaurant going into the location formerly occupied by El Chico's.More >>
Friday, July 15 2011 1:16 PM EDT2011-07-15 17:16:19 GMT
By Pat StaceyVan Zandt County Commissioner Ricky LaPrade was arrested recently for his second D-U-I in 3 months. Commissioner LaPrade was also arrested 2 days earlier for misapplication of fudiciary propertyMore >>
Thursday, July 7 2011 6:14 PM EDT2011-07-07 22:14:21 GMT
Disbelief, shock and anger were just a few of the emotions expressed by people across the nation at the not-guilty verdict in the Casey Anthony murder trial.More >>
Disbelief, shock and anger were just a few of the emotions expressed by people across the nation at the not-guilty verdict in the Casey Anthony murder trial.More >>
Tuesday, July 5 2011 12:46 PM EDT2011-07-05 16:46:09 GMT
By Pat StaceyThe United States Supreme Court handed down a ruling recently that struck down a proposed California law that would have prohibited the sale of violent video games to minors. The Court saidMore >>
By Pat Stacey:Governor Rick Perry recently used his veto to kill a bill approved by the republican majority state legislature that would make it illegal to text and drive. It kind of seems like a wasteMore >>
Friday, June 10 2011 12:27 PM EDT2011-06-10 16:27:45 GMT
The scandal that has embroiled New York congressman Anthony Weiner is just another step in descending spiral staircase of eroding trust in our elected officialsMore >>
The scandal that has embroiled New York congressman Anthony Weiner is just another step in descending spiral staircase of eroding trust in our elected officialsMore >>
Friday, May 27 2011 10:44 AM EDT2011-05-27 14:44:31 GMT
By Pat Stacey Congress is up against another deadline for deciding on an operating budget for 2011. That deadline is April eighth. Six times already this year, Congress has passed short term spendingMore >>
Friday, May 13 2011 10:10 AM EDT2011-05-13 14:10:44 GMT
This month's Community Spot shines on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. There is some very encouraging news about the status of treatment for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers.More >>
This month's Community Spot shines on the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. There is some very encouraging news about the status of treatment for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers.More >>
Wednesday, May 11 2011 12:12 PM EDT2011-05-11 16:12:56 GMT
Few people would say that America is not in an economic crisis. In fact, most will say our country urgently needs our leaders to step up with a fire under their tail and get working on items of great importance, like addressing the debt ceiling, creating a workable budget, and providing ample security.More >>
Highlighting non-profit organizations that help all East Texans with medical or social needs with only the time and money the rest of us are willing to give.More >>
They give hope, a helping hand, and a shoulder to lean on. They're the everyday heroes all over East Texas. Here's your chance to say thanks by nominating a KLTV 7 Everyday Hero.More >>