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Texas’ Smallest High School Has An Enrollment In The Single Digits
I used to always think my former high school in Texas was small, but as it turns out, it was pretty midsized. It was one of those places where you knew everyone in your high school class, along with the upper and lower classes, but you didn't all necessarily talk. The same thing applied to the small town of Brownsboro, TX where it was located.
Your Guide To Fall Fun: East Texas 2024 Fall Fair And Festival Guide
East Texans are looking forward to the changing of the seasons: Fall color, cooler temperatures, and doing outdoor activities with friends and family and it not feeling like 103 degrees. We'll also be cheering out our favorite high school, college, and pro football teams. We'll be heading out to treat...
Charter expands broadband access in Smith, other area counties
SMITH COUNTY, Texas — People in numerous East Texas counties will have broadband internet as part of a federal effort to expand internet access across the nation. Charter Communications, the parent company of internet provider Spectrum, aims to bring high-speed internet to homes and businesses in 56 East Texas counties through 2025. The company’s $5 billion nationwide internet expansion effort has received $1.2 billion in federal funding through the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, which dispersed billions to companies seeking to bring broadband access to people who previously haven’t had it.
Texas Charm: Exploring The Most Welcoming Neighborhoods in the Lone Star State
A study shared on a home service website claims they have discovered the 6 friendliest neighborhoods in Texas--to be even more specific--in larger Texas cities. Look, we know all about friendly neighborhoods here in Longview and Tyler, Texas--and honestly throughout the state. (And honestly about some less-than-friendly neighborhoods, as well.)
An All-Inclusive Miracle League Ballfield Is Coming To Tyler’s Faulkner Park
The funding is there, now it just needs to be built. A new all-inclusive ballpark has been approved for the City of Tyler. This is phenomenal news for parents of children with special needs athletes as well as adult special needs athletes. A new all-inclusive ballpark is going to be built in Tyler to serve a very special community.
A Better East Texas: Media Contraction
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Our national economy is showing signs of strength while, at the same time, showing signs of struggle. One choke point is in the entertainment and news content world. We have all seen the flood of News content sources in recent years through streaming platforms, social media influencers, pod-casts and others.
City of Edom looks to bring more visitors with local art
EDOM, Texas (KETK) – The vibrant town of Edom in Van Zandt County is home to about 300 people but as a community they are striving to attract more visitors with local art. The people’s goal is to raise money and awareness. One community member, Zeke Zewick, who’s been in the area for almost 50 […]
From The Archives: Local wine sells in Tyler
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In this From The Archives report from 2006, we look at an East Texas winery trying to get sold in Tyler city limits. “Making a wine that East Texas can be proud of,” Pierre de Wet, founder of the Kiepersol Vineyard, said. The Bullard vineyard was in the process of opening […]
Local artist's latest exhibit a tribute to downtown Tyler
Inspired by downtown Tyler’s ongoing revitalization, Dace Kidd’s exhibit ‘Bang Bang’ at Gallery Main Street presents a captivating fusion of past and present, capturing the essence of a city in transition. This dynamic show not only celebrates the city’s evolving landscape but also invites viewers to...
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