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Rusk man dies in ejection crash after driving off U.S. 69
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - A Rusk man is dead after an incident while driving on U.S. 69 Thursday. According to Texas DPS, Derek James Burns, 36, was killed after overcorrecting and driving off U.S. 69 Thursday night. The crash report said the incident happened around 8:25 p.m. about 3.6 miles north of Rusk in Cherokee County.
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.
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 […]
East Texans raise concerns on proposed land use of biosolids in Mabank at public meeting with TCEQ
CANTON, Texas (KETK) – East Texas landowners made themselves heard at a public meeting Thursday night in Van Zandt County hosted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. They were there to ask questions and voice concerns about a proposed permit of land use of biosolids in Mabank. According to the EPA, biosolids come from […]
East Texas teachers recognized at Teachers of the Year event
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – Dozens of educators across East Texas were celebrated Thursday afternoon at the Region 7 Education Service Center in Kilgore at their regional 2025 Teachers of the Year ceremony. “When you love what you do, you don’t work a day in your life,” Diana Smith, from Edgewood ISD, said. The Region 7 […]
PJC Nursing Students Help Meal-A-Day with ‘Project Chicken’
July 25, 2024 – Five lovely volunteers from the Paris Junior College Nursing Program arrived at the Senior Center bright and early Thursday morning. They cheerfully went to work on ‘Project Chicken’. The PJC students are required to perform community service hours as part of their academic...
San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectors
SAN ANTONIO – Mobility leaders and advocates from across Texas will descend on San Antonio for a conference geared toward transportation and technology innovations. The 2024 Texas Innovation Invitational runs from July 29 to 31 in San Antonio. Multiple San Antonio and Bexar County partners, as well as transit...
My husband & I are raising his late ex-wife’s baby – they were long divorced but I didn’t want him to be in foster care
A WOMAN is raising her husband's ex-wife's baby after she died five days after giving birth. Christie Werts, 49, and husband, Wesley, 46, got a phone call in August 2021, which informed them that his ex-wife was in hospital with Covid and was pregnant. Wesley was warned his ex-wife was...
University Of Texas Football Coach Marries Former Exotic Dancer Nicknamed “Pole Assassin” Who Was Involved In Bizarre Monkey-Biting Incident
University of Texas football coach Jeff Banks tied the knot last weekend. The Longhorns assistant coach and special teams coordinator took to social media to announce he got married, posting a photo of himself with his new bride, Danielle Thomas. “Incredible 72 hours with our family and closest friends,” he...
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...
East Texas Food Bank holds first mobile food pantry in Center
CENTER, Texas (KTRE) - The East Texas Food Bank’s mobile food pantry made its first stop in Center Friday afternoon. Dozens of volunteers at the First Baptist Church in Center offered a helping hand to provide produce to hundreds of families. “We wanted to target Shelby County and bring...
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
Texas Is The Number One Worst State For Weather Related Power Outages
The Texas power grid is something that all residents worry about. When the power goes out, many things are lost. Lights are unable to be turned on, and depending on the the time of day, individuals may not be able to see for an extended period of time. Many reasons can be the cause for the power to disappear.
BEWARE: The Most DANGEROUS Woman In Texas Still On The Run And ARMED
The most dangerous person in Texas is not someone you would think it would be. When you think of some being DANGEROUS you think maybe some big guy with a mean demeanor. But no, the most dangerous person in Texas is a vibrant, lucky woman named Margaret Smith. WHAT MAKES...
Millions of Texans Have Been Asked to Stop Driving Their Cars
Our personal health is a concern for us and many others in Texas. To help improve our health, we'll exercise, we'll eat the right foods, some may even wear a mask when outside (don't laugh at those who do, they have their reasons). One reason some may wear a mask outside has nothing to do protecting themselves from an invisible virus but has everything to do with the quality of the air they breathe. That's why millions of Texans have been asked to stop driving their cars unnecessarily.
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