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East Texas physician assistant has license suspended by Texas Medical Board
HOOKS, Texas (KETK) – The Texas Medical Board (TMB) said that a Hooks physician assistant had his license temporarily suspended on Wednesday. According to the TMB, David Anthony Ward’s license was temporarily suspended by the board because he “acted in an unprofessional or dishonorable manner, habitually used drugs or intoxicating liquors and suffers from an […]
Downtown Nacogdoches street closure to begin Monday for building remodel
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) - A building remodel will result in a downtown Nacogdoches street being closed starting Monday. According to a release from the city, the 300 block of Pilar Street from Fredonia Street to mid-block will be closed. This is to facilitate the renovation of the old Regions Bank building at 300 East Main Street, they said.
Rival Gymnast Reveals Selfless Act Simone Biles Just Committed at Paris Olympics
Simone Biles showed how to stand up for herself after the Summer Games in Tokyo, and now the gymnastics legend is even sticking up for her rivals at the Paris Olympics. German gymnast Sarah Voss took to Instagram to reveal that Biles helped make sure members of the German team had a place on a crowded bus headed to Bercy Arena for team practices. Voss said that Biles made sure her rivals could ride comfortably on the long ride to the arena.
Details of potential class-action suit on chemical release given at town hall
ORANGE — Representatives of a local law firm hosted a town hall to address the lawsuits and restraining order filed in relation to a chemical release which resulted in an Orange County shelter-in-place order earlier this month. Over 60 people attended the first town hall session on Thursday at the Orange Train Depot Museum. “What […] The post Details of potential class-action suit on chemical release given at town hall appeared first on Orange Leader.
Houston-area Residents Paying more for New Electricity This Summer
As summer officially starts, cranking up the AC will cost Texans more this summer if they have to find a new. The average new 12-month electricity plan is roughly 6 cents more per kilowatt hour. Basically a 35% increase. To put that into context:. A Houston-area customer using 2,000 kWh...
FBI locates suspect in connection to Topeka U.S. Bank robbery in Texas
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Federal Bureau of Investigation has located a suspect in connection to the Topeka U.S. Bank robbery in Texas. According to the Topeka Police Department officials, as a result of the investigation, on Friday, July 26, officials with the FBI took a suspect into custody without incident in Texas. The incident is being investigated by the FBI and no additional information is available at this time.
Child got sick, her face swelled, and threw up after developing a severe cough caused when she used the kindergarten worker’s smoking device; lawsuit
Houston, TX – According to the mother, her 1-year-old child reportedly got sick, her face got swoIIen and she vomited later asfter she was polsoned on her first day at the day care. The young mom, JoceIyn, filed a lawsuit against the facility after her child reportedly got access to a vappe pen, which belonged to a worker at the center. The child later became sick, her face got swoIIen after the nlcotine polsoning caused persistent cough and vomiting.
'It's raining bats': Bat World Sanctuary warns of injured bats in Texas town Mineral Wells
Bat World Sanctuary in Weatherford, about 70 miles west of Dallas, is warning residents of "raining bats" as disease takes over a local colony, leaving bats stranded across Downtown Mineral Wells. Within 24 hours, the rescue center — which is the world's only accredited bat sanctuary — has rescued about 50 bats with...
Dozens of McKinney Residents Speak Against 'Eyesore' Mosque Moving in Next Door
More than 60 McKinney residents flooded the chambers of a city Planning and Zoning Commission meeting earlier this month, the majority of whom spoke against a proposed mosque that would sit adjacent to their neighborhood. A rezoning application submitted by the McKinney Islamic Association would allow for the construction of...
Shakeup at Gateway Church continues, Pastor Robert Morris' son latest to step down
SOUTHLAKE -- The son of Gateway Church's founding pastor stepped down Thursday – just seven weeks after his father resigned over allegations he sexually assaulted a young girl decades ago.Pastor James Morris was the designated successor for his father, Pastor Robert Morris.James Morris' wife, Bridgette, also stepped down. Church staff members were told on Thursday.Pastor Robert's victim, Cindy Clemishire, revealed that the elder Morris sexually abused her starting in 1982 when she was just 12 years old."Earlier this week, the (church) elders met with Pastors James and Bridgette and they collectively made the decision that Pastors James and Bridgette would both...
UT Tyler's School of Medicine introduces manikin simulation lab
TYLER, Texas — The University of Texas School of Medicine is introducing new technology into their curriculum. Medical students can now gain practical skills in the school's simulation lab, where they will practice on manikins that can move, talk, respond to questions and even demonstrate vital signs. Students will use the manikins to practice key medical procedures, including performing ultrasounds, inserting IVs and treating injuries.
Pet of the Week: Alfie
This little bundle of love is Alfie – a 4-month-old Labrador retriever mix puppy who is available for adoption at Pets Fur People in Tyler. This sweet boy is ready for a family to call his own and would be a wonderful addition to a family with children. Alfie is fully vetted and will be a big guy when he is grown. Alfie will go home with a starter kit of food and a collar and leash.
Convenience store with New Mexico, West Texas connections coming to East Texas
TYLER, Texas — A convenience store and gas station with ties to New Mexico and West Texas is expected to come to the East Texas area later this year. Allsup's Convenience Store and Gas Station, which began in Roswell, New Mexico and primarily has locations in New Mexico, West Texas and Oklahoma, has filed a permit with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Off and On Showers Through the Weekend, But Still Cooler than Average
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Another day of clouds, rain and cooler than average temperatures. Tonight, temperatures will drop back into the lower 70s with just a few sprinkles overnight and mostly cloudy skies. Tomorrow will start out warm and muggy with a few isolated showers and thunderstorms that could continue off and on all day long. With a few breaks in the clouds, temperatures on Saturday should reach the mid 80s. The chance for rain continues off and on Sunday as well, but a little bit more sunshine warms things up to near 90 degrees. Early next week, the rain chances quickly die out and the temperatures quickly warm back into the 90s.
Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders issued for fire near Tyler
TYLER, Wash. — Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders have been issued for a fire burning near Tyler. The fire, which is reportedly burning in the area of the South Columbia Basin Highway, has prompted Level 3 (Go Now), Level 2 (Be Set) and Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation orders in the region.
Longview joins Tyler Legacy in District 10-6A
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - The Longview Lobos are back in the 6A classification after spending the last four years in 5A, and Tyler Legacy is going into their second season under Coach Beau Trahan’s regime. Longview finished last season with an 11-2 record and made it to the Regional...
State Of Texas Lands At Number Two In Nation For Reckless Driving
We've all seen bad driving in the state of Texas right?. It caused all of us to probably say a few choice words and wonder if the person is even paying attention while on the roadway. We mean, who forgets to drive in between the lines painted on the the pavement? Simply put, it's very frustrating.
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