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Community

Representatives from Buckner Children and Family Services, East Texas Food Bank, Newgate...

CHRISTUS awards nearly $300K to four East Texas nonprofits for community impact

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Arthur Clayborn and KLTV Digital Media Staff
Four East Texas nonprofit organizations were given a collective total of $275,000 to benefit their missions by CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances on Thursday.

Events

Country music artist Neal McCoy was nominated for the Walk of Honor for his music and...

Neal McCoy attends Walk of Honor event in Longview

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Bob Hallmark
An inaugural event took place in one East Texas city today to recognize and honor the contributions of citizens, past and current, who have made a lasting impact on their community.

Events

A dedication was held on Sunday.

Gold Star families honored with monument dedication in Bullard

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Avery Niles
The monument will serve Gold Star families from 15 different counties.

Events

"We want people to know that it’s ok to struggle, and there are people that are struggling...

Nac Safe Place holds first annual suicide awareness walk

Updated: Sep. 24, 2023 at 1:39 PM CDT
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By Shaquiena Davis
Nac Safe Place started this awareness event because of an increase in suicides in the East Texas area.

Events

It was the meeting of the Association of Lake Hawkins Property Owners, held at the pavillion at...

Lake Hawkins property owners hold preparedness picnic

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 4:45 PM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
An annual East Texas homeowners’ association picnic was not just about cooking out but also focused on preparedness in the face of varying emergencies.

Events

A B29 Bomber flies over the Texas Veterans Military Show

Texas Veterans Military Show parade marches from Tyler to Bullard

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 4:06 PM CDT
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By JD Conte
Organizer Mike Balfay said he expected seven to eight hundred veterans to turn out for the celebration.

Events

The East Texas Gold Run took place at Bergfeld Park Saturday morning.

East Texas Gold Run in Tyler benefits fight against childhood cancer

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:21 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The East Texas Gold Run took place at Bergfeld Park Saturday morning, bringing the community together to raise funds to fight cancer.

In Focus

Musicians in Munich, Germany play traditional Bavarian songs for visitors to the city.

Kilgore planning own festival as Munich, Germany celebrates 188th Oktoberfest

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 11:35 AM CDT
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By Lane Luckie
Record crowds are expected to celebrate the 188th Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany this month, marking the massive festival’s second year since back-to-back cancellations during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gift of Love

John gives hearty laugh while discussing bright future dreams

John, 15, maintains “life is beautiful” attitude amid quest for forever family

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 11:21 PM CDT
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By Erika Holland
John’s unbreakable spirit sheds light on his unique and authentic wisdom at such a young age. That bright light is easy is see through his contagious sense of humor.

In Focus

Architect Deidrich Rulfs, an immigrant from Germany, relocated his family to Nacogdoches in...

Diedrich A. W. Rulfs: the German immigrant who became Nacogdoches’ master architect

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 8:26 AM CDT
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By Lane Luckie
Few names are as widely known in Nacogdoches as Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston, or Thomas J. Rusk. But there’s one lesser-known figure whose lasting impact is plainly visible in every corner of the city – Deidrich Anton Wilhelm Rulfs.
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News

Special service dog changes UT Tyler student’s life for the better

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 11:00 PM CDT
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By Avery Niles
Emily Anderson speaks about the process of getting a service animal, and how her dog, John, has changed her life.

Community

East Texas nonprofits find home for unhoused veteran’s family

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 10:58 AM CDT
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By Lorena Rivas
From living in a car for 7 months to getting a home the East Texas organizations that helped a couple to get back on their feet

Community

Texas Street Art Festival kicks off in Wood County

Updated: Sep. 17, 2023 at 11:43 AM CDT
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By JD Conte
The inaugural Texas Street Art Festival began in Wood County Saturday as part of the “Wood County Walls” project. Seven artists from around Texas and the country will be working on murals.

Events

Tyler student organizes ‘Stick it to Cancer’ Day to raise funds for childhood cancer

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 1:46 PM CDT
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By JD Conte
Tyler High held “Stick it to Cancer” Day on Friday, where students could pay $2 to tape staff to the wall.

Events

Smith County Bar Foundation holds Constitution Day event

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 1:10 PM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
In the great experiment that is the United States, our constitution is a document that has stood the test of time, and that was the focus of an event in Tyler on Friday.

Community

First Baptist Church of Bullard hosting missions event

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 11:08 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
A Bullard church is inviting the public for a free meal and a chance to learn about area missions.

Gift of Love

Kadence, 15, dreams of adoptive family who will let her design her own room

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 10:03 PM CDT
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By Erika Holland
Kadence is a gentle, kind and curious teen. She told us about her hopes and dreams on her journey to a forever family during a walk around Darden Harvest Park in Lindale.

Community

Cheetah cubs, baby impala among new animals welcomed at Tyler’s Caldwell Zoo

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 3:08 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
"Excitement and joy are running wild all across our park,” the zoo said in a statement.

Community

Two pieces of steel from ground zero are part of the 9/11 memorial in East Texas

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 8:09 AM CDT
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By Lorena Rivas
Pieces from ground zero are part of the 9/11 memorial in Longview's Fire Training Center.

Events

UT Tyler to host walk for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 7:54 AM CDT
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By Avery Niles
According to the latest data from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, in Texas in 2020 there were 3,900 suicide deaths, which equates to one Texan lost to suicide every two hours.

Community

Hiway 80 shelter seeing fewer intakes due to cooler weather

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 7:41 AM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
The most important part of the heat going away for the mission is conserving resources.

Events

Big Texas Rally for Recovery held in Lufkin for National Recovery Month

Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 5:34 PM CDT
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By Shaquiena Davis
Many gathered at the Grace Dunn Richardson Park in Lufkin to celebrate this month's Rally for Recovery event.

Events

Carthage community holds remembrance walk in honor of 9/11

Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
On Saturday, one East Texas town held a remembrance walk to honor those who were victims of the 9/11 attack and those who bravely tried to save lives.

Events

Gregg County Fair begins at Longview Fairgrounds

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 11:19 AM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
KLTV’s Jamey Boyum talks with Billy Clay, who has been running the Gregg County Fair for 44 years. The fair begins Friday night at the Longview Fairgrounds.

News

Longview police host annual National Night Out Kickoff event

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 10:37 PM CDT
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By JD Conte
National Night Out is a nationwide event that is aimed at preventing and battling crime by getting neighbors to know each other.

News

Sabine Stomp Music Festival celebrates Mineola’s 150th birthday

Updated: Sep. 3, 2023 at 10:22 AM CDT
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By JD Conte
Food, vendors and musicians helped revelers ring in the 150th birthday of an East Texas city.

Events

Nacogdoches ISD bilingual department hosts community resource fair

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:29 PM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
Since Monday, hundreds of people have stopped by the Nacogdoches Civic Center for a resource fair hosted by the Nacogdoches ISD bilingual department, featuring the Mexican Consulate on Wheels.

News

Shelby County deputy killed on 5th day on job remembered for ‘heart to be a servant’

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 6:25 PM CDT
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By Avery Niles
Shelby County Sheriff’s Deputy Matt Pierson was killed Tuesday in a crash during his fifth day on the job.

Community

East Texas Oil Museum displays art from Nacogdoches native Charlotte Baker Montgomery

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 7:02 PM CDT
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By Arthur Clayborn and Brittany Hunter
The exhibit is on loan from the Museum of East Texas in Lufkin. It will be on display at the East Texas Oil Museum through Oct. 28.

Community

Longview mission seeks donations to prepare for winter

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
In this August heat, it’s hard to believe some are preparing for winter, but that’s just what an East Texas mission is doing.

Community

East Texas grandma soon to become first-time homeowner with help of Kilgore nonprofit

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 2:11 PM CDT
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By Lorena Rivas
After being denied multiple times, an East Texas grandma will soon become a homeowner for the first-time, with the help of a local non-profit

East Texas Now

WATCH: Comedian Tom Papa talks upcoming Longview show, evolution of comedy

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 11:20 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Tom Papa has spent years behind the mic as a stand-up comedian, toured with Jerry Seinfeld, acted and now he’s coming to LeTourneau University’s Belcher Center.

Wildfires

Jasper County church helps feed firefighters battling wildfires

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 6:08 PM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
KTRE’s Mariela Gonzalez speaks with Lynn Eastepp who is volunteering with the effort.

Football

Alumni from Tyler, Legacy organize tailgate ahead of rivalry matchup on Friday

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 9:45 AM CDT
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By Michael Coleman
The alumni hyped the game up with some “polite” trash talk.

Business

Family, community remember owner of Harlon’s Bar-B-Que

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 7:10 AM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
The state presented to the Brooks family a resolution that declared August 25 as national ‘Harlon Brooks Day.’

Events

Pilots operate hot air balloons in Lufkin despite extreme heat

Updated: Aug. 27, 2023 at 1:15 PM CDT
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By Shaquiena Davis
The extreme weather did not stop the Lufkin Balloon Fest.

News

City of Tyler issues voluntary water conservation notice

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 3:39 PM CDT
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By Travis Noriega
Tyler Water Utilities asks customers to limit water use to help with low water pressure and conserve water supply.

Education

Longview Lobos Choir invited to perform in D-Day Parade in Normandy

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 10:20 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
KLTV’s Jamey Boyum talks with Longview Lobos Choir Director Melody McMullen about the choir’s trip to France to perform in a D-Day Parade and Celebration next June.

Health

UT Tyler Memory Center focuses Alzheimer’s efforts on African Americans with new technology

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By JD Conte
The Texas African American Museum on Saturday hosted signups for memory screenings at UT Tyler as part of ongoing studies at the school’s Memory Assessment and Research Center and Aging.

Community

WebXtra: LMFA’s State of the Museum event updates patrons on new building, exhibitions

Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 at 2:08 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
KLTVs Jamey Boyum talks with Longview Museum of Fine Arts Executive Director Tiffany Jehorek about their State of the Museum event.

Community

Trinity County animal shelter sees fewer strays after starting ‘pet fixers’ program

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 8:19 PM CDT
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By Justin Hardcastle
The City of Groveton Holding Pens in Trinity County has only five kennels for strays, but they've avoided euthanizing animals with a pet-fixing program.

Education

Bullard ISD breaks ground on new middle school campus

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 2:49 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Bullard ISD held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new middle school Tuesday.

Community

Tyler hospital partnership enables new fathers to assist in early brain development

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 10:01 AM CDT
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By Lorena Rivas
‘Brain Scientist Dads’ program helps new fathers across East Texas engage early on to help their kids’ brain development

Community

Lufkin animal shelter asks public to foster, adopt as they reach capacity

Updated: Aug. 20, 2023 at 11:58 AM CDT
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By KTRE Digital Media Staff
The shelter asks people to consider fostering or adopting. All month, adoption fees will be only $40, which includes spay/neuter, shots and microchipping.

Events

‘Baby Block Party’ at TJC teaches parents about child devolpment

Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
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By JD Conte
The Tyler Public Library hosted a “Baby Block Party” at Tyler Junior College on Saturday morning that aimed to teach parents about their child and early development.

Events

Sizzlin’ Summer Run brings people together in Tyler

Updated: Aug. 19, 2023 at 12:12 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The event was hosted by The Freedom Runners, and participants had the option to take on a 5k, 10k or 15k run.

Gift of Love

In search for forever home, Eriel hopes for family that will give her more siblings

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Erika Holland
A morning at the Caldwell Zoo in Tyler meant a special opportunity for Eriel, 14, to get an up-close look at some of her favorite animals.

Business

Longtime Marshall business shutters historic downtown location

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
KLTVs Jamey Boyum talks with Weisman and Co. Operator Robert Sorich about closing his downtown Marshall business located in the historic Weisman building.

Community

Corrigan detective honors Cushing student who died in crash

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Tyre White
16-year-old Cale Barrios was 10 days away from starting his junior year at Cushing High School, when he was tragically killed in a car crash August 10.

News

Longtime East Texas veterinarian retires after 50 years

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 9:08 AM CDT
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By Victoria Lara
After 50 years an East Texas veterinarian, Dr. Michael Maris, is saying goodbye to the practice he helped create and the people who’ve become like family.
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