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BYOB: Can You Name The Last Four Dry Counties in Texas?
In most Texas counties you can now legally buy alcohol in most Texas counties, but there are indeed a few holdouts. Four dry counties, in fact, are the last remaining vestiges of prohibition in The Lone Star State. I've lived in a dry county, and it was just a pain...
Building permits: July 4-11, 2024
Commercial and large residential building permits issued by the city of Tyler:. Dollar Concrete, 1422 W. Front St., commercial driveway. Mosby Mechanical Co. Inc., 3355 Earl Campbell Parkway, commercial mechanical alterations. Buford Homes LLC., 3151 Club Drive, residential new, $400,000. Guy Homes LLC., 13357 Peninsula Road, residential at Lake Tyler,...
East Texas senator appointed to hurricane preparedness committee after ‘electric utility companies’ failure’
AUSTIN, Texas (KETK) – On Wednesday, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick announced the creation of the Senate Special Committee on Hurricane and Tropical Storm Preparedness, Recovery and Electricity. According to a release from Patrick’s office, the committee is comprised of 13 Texas State senators, including Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville), and is dedicated to ensuring the state is […]
East Texas family converts recycled shipping containers into affordable housing
TYLER, Texas — Rent prices are climbing along with everything else, thanks to inflation. That's why an East Texas family is getting creative drawing up plans for new, affordable housing. Dee Hanks is the co-owner of Hanks Properties. He tells CBS19, "I can't think of a place in America...
National EMS Memorial Moving Honors stops in Tyler, remembers UT Health paramedic who died in crash
During the National EMS Memorial Moving Honors at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport on Friday afternoon, speakers talked about the importance of honoring EMS workers who have died while on duty. Vicky Eads, the widow of David Eads, a UT Health EMS paramedic killed in a crash in 2021, shared memories...
Tyler ISD recognized as a 'district of distinction' by TAEA
TYLER, Texas — Tyler ISD was awarded the Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction Award for the sixth consecutive year. The district is one of 94 winners chosen by TAEA as a 2024 District of Distinction recipient, which recognizes districts for providing a well-rounded education that integrates visual arts into their curriculum.
Bullard High School undergoes repairs on HVAC units after mildew found in band hall
BULLARD, Texas (KLTV) - Tuesday, contractors began repairing HVAC units at Bullard High School after mildew was discovered on band uniforms, instruments, lockers, and other surfaces. According to Bullard ISD Superintendent Dr. Jack Lee, the mildew is a result of new air conditioning units cooling the air too quickly. In...
Tyler Public Library’s ‘Fab Family’ event brings in Singing Zoologist
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The Tyler Public Library welcomed the Singing Zoologist as a part of their summer Fab Family events for an educational sing-along. With songs about anacondas, cheetahs, and more, kids learned about animals as the enjoyed the fun environment, accomplishing Lucas Miller the Singing Zoologist’s goal of making science fun.
City of Tyler recreation department give tips for kids to stay safe at park during summer heat
TYLER, Texas — Here in East Texas, we’re no stranger to the heat. East Texans are used to getting outside under the hot summer sun. However, it’s still important to play safe. The good news is, you don’t have to give up your summer fun. "We...
Registration opens for local after school program
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Registration is open for Mentoring Alliance’s after school program for East Texas kids. Students at the Brook Hill School, Bullard, Chapel Hill, Lindale, Tyler and Whitehouse ISD’s are eligible to apply for the after school programs, which are from 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday. “MA After School provides families with affordable […]
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