Ashley Slayton

Digital Content Manager

Ashley M. Slayton is an award-winning blogger and multimedia journalist from Longview, Texas. Experienced in social media, copy editing and page design. Ashley specializes in all things digital and has a passion for feature writing. She currently resides in Longview and is the Digital Content Manager for KLTV 7 and KTRE 9.

Recent Articles by Ashley

East Texas players picked up during MLB draft

Two more East Texas players have been selected during the MLB Draft.

Ashley Slayton

Published June 5, 2019 at 3:39 PM

Fred’s closing an additional 104 stores, 7 in East Texas

Fred’s, a discount general store and pharmacy, has announced the closure of an additional 104 stores across the U.S. - including two more in East Texas.

Ashley Slayton

Published May 16, 2019 at 2:39 PM

Service dog ‘graduates’ with owner at TJC

The cutest graduate at Tyler Junior College today might have been a service dog named Logan.

Ashley Slayton

Published May 10, 2019 at 6:52 PM

Gladewater's Daylon Mack is officially a Baltimore Raven.

Ashley Slayton

Published May 3, 2019 at 4:15 PM

Football legend, East Texas native Forrest Gregg dies at 85

Football legend and East Texas native Forrest Gregg, whom Vince Lombardi once described as “the best player I ever coached," died Friday. He was 85.

Ashley Slayton

Published April 12, 2019 at 10:28 AM

Meet Emanti and Mac, Caldwell Zoo’s new African elephants

Caldwell Zoo is welcoming two new arrivals - a pair of 8-year-old African elephants.Emanti and eMacembe “Mac” LaLu Hlata are half-brothers from the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

Ashley Slayton

Published April 10, 2019 at 1:19 PM

Pittsburg’s Bistro Neuf 9 competing in Culinary Fight Club

Pittsburg's Bistor Neuf 9 is set to compete in the Culinary Fight Club, a cooking competition with chefs.

Ashley Slayton

Published March 28, 2019 at 3:05 PM

This dog and goat are best friends on the run

Henderson police are searching for the owner of a goat and dog seen roaming around town.

Ashley Slayton

Published March 22, 2019 at 12:54 PM

Hollywood-bound: Riley Thompson reaches next level in ‘American Idol’ competition

An East Texas singer is Hollywood-bound after reaching the next level on “American Idol.”

Ashley Slayton

Published March 10, 2019 at 10:00 PM

Lawmaker files bill to create Selena Quintanilla-Perez Day

A Texas lawmaker has filed a bill to create a day honoring the musical contributions of Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla-Pérez.

Ashley Slayton

Published February 27, 2019 at 1:57 PM

Film written, directed by East Texans puts spotlight on oilfield industry’s history

A film chronicling the rise of the Texas oil industry is set to debut in theaters across the state.

Ashley Slayton

Published February 27, 2019 at 1:07 PM

East Texas fashion designer for stars set to receive state honor

Fashion designer Brandon Maxwell will be awarded a Texas Medal of Art Award for Design.

Ashley Slayton

Published February 26, 2019 at 5:54 PM

Actor Matthew McConaughey to receive Texas Medal of Arts Award for film

Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey is set to receive a Texas Medal of Arts Award for film.

Ashley Slayton

Published February 26, 2019 at 3:33 PM

VIDEO: East Texas officer rescues dog trapped in burning home

A dog has been reunited with their owners after being rescued from a burning home.

Ashley Slayton

Published February 8, 2019 at 12:21 PM

Texas governor honors 2018 Texas Women’s Hall of Fame inductees

Seven women were recognized Thursday during a luncheon for the 2018 Women’s Hall of Fame honorees.

Ashley Slayton

Published January 17, 2019 at 5:45 PM

Tyler resident claims $1 million scratch off ticket

A Tyler resident has claimed a winning scratch off ticket worth $1 million.

Ashley Slayton

Published January 14, 2019 at 9:41 AM

Eight side dishes to enhance your holiday feast

The main dish is often considered the star of the meal, but your holiday dinner wouldn’t be complete without side dishes to complement the star.These side dishes are easy-to-make and don’t skimp on the flavor.