Sariah Bonds
Multimedia Journalist
East Texas
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Sariah Bonds is a KLTV news reporter born and raised in New Orleans, La.
She recently graduated from The University of Southern Mississippi, double majoring in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Dance Education. Sariah also served as a multimedia reporter and anchor for Southern Miss Television.
She interned at FOX23 WPHM during her time in Hattiesburg and served as president of The National Association of Broadcast Journalist.
Sariah is honored and proud to cater to the community of East Texas.
Education
Updated: 8 hours ago
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and Sariah Bonds
The City of Tyler said Rice Road between South Broadway Avenue and Old Bullard Road has reopened following repairs after a sinkhole was discovered.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 8:33 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
A telegraph was sent to their homes saying that they died. It was later discovered that both brothers jumped off the opposite ends of the battleship they were on. The brothers were eventually reunited and went on to serve their country for the rest of World War II.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 12:28 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“I was the first black female physician in Wood County, and I think I might have been the first female physician in Wood County back in 1982 when I first started,” said Waddleton.
Updated: Dec. 3, 2022 at 11:50 AM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
A fire broke out at the Van Zandt Livestock Exchange overnight. No people or animals were injured, but Saturday's events were cancelled.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 11:18 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
The high scores students acquired throughout the year in regional competitions granted them access to the PROMAC National Championships.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 7:45 PM CST
|By KLTV Digital Media Staff and Sariah Bonds
He is the third suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in Tyler in June 2021.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 6:52 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
The funds will also be used to put firefighters through EMT school and recognize select fire fighters for their service.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 6:52 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“Going back to paper is not going to save all the money that you are being shown,” said Wise.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 7:15 AM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“A lot of people have gotten in the habit of buying online, and so retailers, probably the most flexible segment of our economy, have said I’m going to take advantage of that,” Hallander says.
Updated: Nov. 26, 2022 at 5:07 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
A total of 17 vendors from local small businesses within Tyler participated in the pop-up shop, displaying unique handmade items.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 11:08 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
Sunset Memorial Park and Croley Funeral Home are partnering up with the rotary club of Gilmer for the fifth year in a row, in efforts to raise funds for Wreaths Across America.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 8:23 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
County Judge Don Kirkpatrick explained “if we can see this plan come through, it’s going to help the residents, the businesses, first responders, the schools, it’s going to help every aspect of Van Zandt County.”
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 9:15 AM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
The Klezmer band began as a small group and quickly grew as community members showed interest.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 8:52 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
The Hughes Spring community continues to recover after a tornado ripped through the city two weeks ago.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 11:29 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
The County received a grant from the Texas historical commission for 5.2 million.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2022 at 11:35 AM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
Family, friends and the community gathered in Troup at First Baptist Church to raise funds for Cooper Reid’s recovery.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2022 at 11:13 AM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“Nelson was born wearing combat boots. He knew that this was his calling. He knew he wanted to be in the military, and he knew that he would die in combat,” said April Coutsos, widow of Nelson Trent.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 at 11:28 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“If you know a veteran today, call them, tell them ‘thank you for your service.’ If you are a business owner, consider offering a discount to veterans,” says Jackie Clay, chief executive officer of The Human Needs network.
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 12:46 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
A woman has been struck by a car at the Target in Tyler and is being treated in an ambulance.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 6:22 PM CST
|By Sariah Bonds
“He definitely experienced some traumatic experiences from his service, but he was still very proud of his service,” says Travis Gladhill, executive director of Camp V, when speaking about his farther who served in the Vietnam war.
Updated: Nov. 5, 2022 at 5:00 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The Athens animal rescue shelter is in the process of getting their fence fully repaired, in addition to cleaning up the trees and debris on their property.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 9:55 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
“Somebody just came in there and decided to take his life and the babies they are here with me now and it’s very painful to know that somebody can just do that to a human being,” said Gonzales.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 5:28 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The app launched on Oct. 1, and it offers reading materials in over 60 different languages.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 11:17 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
“So seasonal affective disorder, its diagnosed under the major depressive component and it mimics a lot of the symptoms of major depressive dis-order,” says licensed professional counselor, Corynthia Reece.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 at 12:08 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The Texas African American Museum celebrated the 92nd anniversary of the East Texas oil boom with a focus on Joseph Jacob “Jake” Simmons Jr.
Updated: Oct. 28, 2022 at 7:48 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The owner of Gilmer Starplex, John Allen, speaks about his plans to rebuild after his property was damaged in a fire that occurred Monday night.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 10:41 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
“You’re helping someone essentially for free; you are providing free legal service and you are taking on that client, that case, and that matter,” Pasina said.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 6:53 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The Wares currently feed over 300 families across Wood County, now they are worried if they will be able to continue their mission to feed those in need.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 10:53 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The $10,000 grant includes a night vision scope for $8,459, a Springfield Saint Victor 5.56 rifle for $1,300, and equipment such as a sling for $241 dollars.
Updated: Oct. 23, 2022 at 12:03 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Over 400 students took part in cardboard canoe races, robotics, extreme water treatment competitions and catapult launches.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 1:28 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Three Lakes Middle School is celebrating a nation-wide annual event called “Rock Your School.”
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 6:22 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The Texas Rose Festival is celebrated each year on the third weekend in October and features the Royal Court, community partners, city officials, and East Texas high schools.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 10:52 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Pittsburg ISD will have a bond on the ballot for the Nov. election to fund a new high school, a new cafeteria for the junior high, and help alleviate space constraints.
Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 10:50 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Longview City Council members approved an ordinance Thursday night annexing properties into the city, which could potentially bring in more money and housing opportunities.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 10:19 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
A Tyler native and former professional soccer player, Daniel Hernandez, served as the guest speaker of the night.
Updated: Oct. 11, 2022 at 7:02 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Cherokee County Judge Chris Davis says as Texas grows, so does the Cherokee County Airport.
Updated: Oct. 8, 2022 at 4:24 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Six medal of honor recipients were recognized for their service and rankings including Mike Fitzmaurice, Clarence Sasser, Army Green Beret Melvin Morris, Fourth Marine Don Bullard, and General James Livingston.
Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 6:05 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The fair is a great opportunity to bridge the gap between underprivileged students and employers seeking employees.
Updated: Oct. 5, 2022 at 10:39 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month this October, the University of Texas at Tyler held an awareness walk.
Updated: Oct. 4, 2022 at 2:05 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The East Texas Crisis Center honored men and women it sees as going “above and beyond” in taking a stand against domestic violence with the annual HOPE Awards.
Updated: Oct. 1, 2022 at 5:19 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Over 300 angels were handcrafted, so community members could have a loved one’s name engraved, then hang an angel on a tree at The Children’s Park.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2022 at 10:51 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The kids had an opportunity to see, touch and learn about the animals that they have been studying in class.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2022 at 1:40 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds and KLTV Digital Media Staff
Burning trash lead to a grass fire in Smith County Friday.
Updated: Sep. 29, 2022 at 10:44 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Contestants were willing to go days without sleep for the chance to win a free truck, by keeping their hands on the vehicle for as long as they can, until there was only one winner left.
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 6:04 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Chapel Hill students took part in the worldwide prayer movement, “See you at the pole” on Wednesday.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2022 at 5:43 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Several schools were nominated to receive the shoes, but Jones Elementary ended up being number one.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2022 at 4:11 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Marlin Sinville spoke about welcoming students, and what he thinks the fist-bumps and high-fives provide.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2022 at 6:57 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
Years of preparation paid off for Chapel Hill High School students as they competed for an FFA award.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2022 at 6:49 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
The annual 5K is part of raising awareness for children battling cancer.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 7:41 PM CDT
|By Sariah Bonds
In honor of National Hunger Action Day and Hunger Action Month, the East Texas Food bank celebrated by hosting their third annual Hunger Hero Awards.
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