The Work4College program at Northeast Texas Community College has students excited about earning their scholarships.

The event will include a carnival, concerts, and musical acts leading up the fireworks finale.

Visitors in downtown Longview Tuesday were treated to an impromptu performance of “Great Defenders”.

The Kilgore Police Department is asking the public to refrain from sending one of their officers more beef jerky after the story of how a pitbull “hijacked” his patrol car went viral.

The 2019 Tyler Cattle Barons' Gala saw beautiful dresses, plenty of boots and lots of fun.

Twin sisters were able to celebrate their 74th birthday today, in Longview, after being separated for 60 years.

Dr. Mike Metke's last day at TJC is June 30. Those who have worked with him reflect on his impact at the school.

Scaly and exotic animals will fill Longview’s Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center this weekend.

Some say there’s no such thing as an ugly dog, and the folks at Briarcliff Skilled Nursing & Rehab center in Carthage agree.

July 20, will mark 50 years since the Apollo 11 moon landing.

Groups and organizations often rely on volunteers to help keep their service to the community going strong. Here are this week’s opportunities to serve in East Texas this week.

Floyd was part of the mission’s Healing Arts Program founded by Longview artist Anup Bhandari.

The replica, which took months to build by hand, was destroyed by a tornado in April 2019.

It’s part of an effort to increase safety on the lake where Garrison High School student Brandon Tenison drowned earlier this month.

No matter her situation, Robin, 13, refuses to let the colors of her world fade. At Pottery Cafe Tyler, Robin was able to show us her deep passion for art. She’s been creating her own works of art since she was a young child. “I usually draw. I make art up in my safe spot in my room," said Robin.

Texas Health and Human Services officials recommend that everyone be screened for the HIV virus at least once in their lives as part of their routine health care, and they are working to make that an easily-affordable possibility

Organizers have announced the lineup for the 104th East Texas State Fair. Bret Michaels, Aaron Watson, and La Fiera de Ojinaga will perform at the event.

Winners were chosen for ‘doing great things in the community', organizers say.

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport wants to improve security, as well as encourage businesses to fly to Tyler.

Giraffes have officially been added to the endangered species list, and in order to conserve what little are left, the Caldwell Zoo in Tyler is doing what they can to raise awareness.

The Denson's of Arp are the 2019 Texas outstanding tree farmers of the year.

There are wonderful organizations in East Texas that work hard to help provide much-needed services for those in need. Here are some of those groups that could use some extra help achieving that goal this week.

On Tuesday, the Apache Belles’ Facebook page released photos and the names of the talented young women who will make up the 73rd line.

According to Smith County Judge Nathaniel Moran, Wasson will be retiring effective June 30,

Kids can beat the heat, learn some history about art, and make some really cool pieces this summer!

The Wooden Boat Association of Texas held an antique boat rendezvous at Lake Tyler on Saturday.

The Roseland Plantation hosted generations of different families today for it's first ancestry reunion.

A concert benefiting an 11 year old boy with Glioma is tomorrow night at the Oak Hill Missionary Baptist Church, in Gilmer.

Benefit concert for Caden's medical expences.

The announcement was made just days after it had released its CEO in search of new leadership.

A new law ensures worker's compensation for firefighters and EMTs with certain cancers.

“Family could be anyone you meet,” said Memphis. He feels strongly about that statement as he has become close to friends, teachers, and people who are not related to him by blood. When thoughts of being different than most children begin to manifest inside his head, Memphis leans on perspective.

Sam's Law will benefit students across the state who suffer from seizures.

Meals on Wheels is transitioning to new leadership.

Three years after her daughter’s death, an East Texas mother's journey has come full circle.

No matter the reason, a Tyler business is exchanging Old Glory for new ones.

Tyler's City Council will either approve or deny an $80,000 grant during its meeting on Wednesday.

Here are a number of groups that could use your help in helping out your neighbors in East Texas.

The project was phase three of the Bergfeld Park master plan and was 100 percent funded by donations.

Police are now issuing citations to anyone who doesn’t meet the legal requirement.

Here is this week’s list of places to serve people who need a helping hand this week.

The fair offers the community one-on-one time to discuss with medical professionals and free servces.

BGC Racing has raised more than $790,000 raised in six years, according to the company.

The UT-Tyler Cowan Center is unveiling their lineup for the upcoming season Thursday.

This is the 7th consecutive year Brookshire’s has offered donations to local fire departments.

The lunches are covered by a federal food program, so the district invites any kid who can join them for a free meal.

Plenty of volunteers showed up to help scrub and wash for a good cause.

A parade is planned in honor of ‘American Idol’ contestant Laci Kaye Booth.

"Edom has been really blessed with no high winds, no tornadoes, and no hail. My crop looks real good," Arena said.

Whataburger adds flair to Whitehouse High School graduation ceremony.

Keynote speaker Susan Ford Bales is the daughter of 38th President Gerald R. Ford.

The idea is for Camp V Tyler to give veterans a place specifically to meet their growing needs.

Early warning siren near Oaklawn Municipal Golf Course now in operation

The 2019 Parade of Homes will feature everything from townhomes to boathouses, featuring the latest in home design.

The East Texas Food Bank is kicking off its Summer Food Program.

As the nearly 400 Muslim families living in Tyler and Longview observe the holy month of Ramadan, the East Texas Islamic Society is opening its doors to visitors.

In Tyler, our service men and women celebrated and prayed over the lives lost in our countries past and present wars.

A series of community meetings are planned to get residents’ input on City of Longview park improvement projects.