In this edition of East Texas Tonight, we’ll learn how Billy Jenkins got bit by the radio bug, how it brought him to the Piney Woods and what it takes to be a radio DJ.
In this edition of East Texas Tonight, we’re learning more about Hunter Regian’s journey from East Texas to Broadway and what’s next for this rising force in the entertainment industry.
Beyond the newsroom and the work viewers see on television, there’s a personal story, a career journey, and plenty of experiences that have helped shape who she is today.
In this edition of East Texas Tonight, we learn why Dr. Rüegg went from working in education to opening his own brewery, the challenges of starting your own business, and the science behind every sip!
Neita Fran Ward is the founder of Art Connection of East Texas, where she hosts a weekly radio program highlighting artists, musicians, performances and the arts community across our region—with a mission to connect East Texas artists with audiences locally and internationally.
If you ever need a professional headshot or just a family photo done in Downtown Tyler, Callynth Finney is your likely go-to. But her journey to owning her own photography studio was far from straight or easy.
Kyle Penney has spent the past 20 years with the East Texas Communities Foundation, helping connect generosity with the people, organizations and causes working to make a difference across our region.
She’s spent her career serving vulnerable children, adults and families. It’s a tradition she continues today as the director of Elijah’s Retreat in Cherokee County.
When the East Texas Food Bank is hosting a fundraiser or food drive, you’ll likely hear about it from their Chief Development Officer right here on East Texas Now.
Allison McGee recently stepped into the role of Managing Director at Tyler Civic Theatre Center, but this is hardly her first introduction to the theatre.
Through both her work in mental health nursing and her writing, she hopes to remind others that they are not alone, and that even some of our most painful chapters can become part of something meaningful.
She’s spent her entire life in North Tyler, growing up here, going to school here, building her career here, and now stepping into another chapter of public service as Tyler’s city councilor for District 3.
To mark the occasion, co-host Sondra “Sam Cradduck” joins us live for tonight’s edition of East Texas Tonight to talk about her life—in and outside her role as Aging Untold’s ”senior" gerontologist.
Whether it’s taking care of our furry friends at the Flint Veterinary Clinic or sharing her expertise Thursdays on Vet Project, Dr. Tammy Wilson has become a familiar face for pet owners across our region.
Known to many as the former Miss Northeast Texas and Miss East Texas, Maranda Rains is now using her knowledge of beauty and fashion to help others find their voice.
Ryan Peterson has spent years telling the stories of athletes, coaches and teams across our area, but there’s another side of Ryan’s story that may be less familiar — and we're delving into that on East Texas Tonight!
Since coming to Mobberly in 2022, Hebert has become part of the East Texas community, leading one of the region’s largest churches while encouraging people both inside and outside its walls
Chet Thomas is first anHe serves as the Mayor of Hideaway—a picturesque, lakeside community of just over 3,000 residents in Smith County.d foremost a neighbor.
Tonight on East Texas Tonight, we’re getting to know a man who spent nearly four decades helping East Texans prepare for whatever Mother Nature had in store.
Weston Jennings is an accomplished organist, conductor and harpsichordist who has performed across the United States and Europe — including some of the world’s most historic cathedrals.
David Eikner is a Tyler native, a longtime East Texas community leader, and a retired financial-services executive. These days, you can find him at Stephen F. Austin State University, where he serves as a Farm Manager working with the university’s agricultural facilities.
After nearly four decades in education, Roy has spent his life helping young people grow, encouraging teachers and building relationships that have lasted far beyond the classroom.
Some people spend their careers telling stories. Others spend their lives living stories worth telling. Tonight, we’re sitting down with someone who’s done both.
Tonight on East Texas Tonight, we’re getting to know a man whose career has been built around telling stories — first by sharing the stories of others, and now by creating stories of his own.
You know him as the face of East Texas Weekend, but tonight we’re sitting down with Andrew Terpening to learn about the person behind the stories, the adventures and the camera.
We talk about his journey from businessman to public servant, the biggest moments from his time leading the City of Tyler and what’s next in this new chapter.
