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Flood Awareness Week in Smith County to educate residents
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The Smith County Commissioners Court declared the third week of May to be Flood Awareness Week to focus on educating residents on flooding preparedness. Flood Awareness Week began on Monday and will go through Friday in the county. Experts said people need to aware and mindful of the flooding. “If you […]
Can You Legally Buy Fireworks In Texas For Memorial Day Weekend?
While driving along FM 2493 (Old Jacksonville Hwy.) in Gresham, just south of Tyler, Texas this past weekend I happened to notice that a roadside fireworks stand was set up and there were people there stocking it and getting ready to sell some fireworks. But can you legally purchase fireworks...
COWABUNGA: This Texas City Has Two Live Surfing Bars
And Both Of Them Will Be Less Than 2 Hours Away From Tyler, TX... We really don't know how "surfing bars" became a rage but apparently they are the hot new thing in casual dining. Soon, we'll have more surf bars than mechanical bulls in Texas at the rate we're going.
Did you have damage from severe storms? TAP HERE to report it to the Texas Division of Emergency Management
SMITH COUNTY, Texas — Smith County officials are urging residents to report damage from Thursday night's storms to state agencies. "To Smith County residents who suffered damages in last night’s storm: please use the Texas Division of Emergency Management portal to report any damages," county officials said. "Please remember that reporting damage to this portal does not replace the need to contact your insurance company if you received major damages. You must allow your location to be tracked when using the portal for specific location information."
COWABUNGA: This Texas City Has Two Live Surfing Bars
And Both Of Them Will Be Less Than 2 Hours Away From Tyler, TX... We really don't know how "surfing bars" became a rage but apparently they are the hot new thing in casual dining. Soon, we'll have more surf bars than mechanical bulls in Texas at the rate we're going.
Smith County issues disaster declaration following storms
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – Smith County issued a disaster declaration on Friday following Thursday night’s storms. According to a release, declaring a disaster allows officials to access additional resources and support that will also be made available to citizens. Residents in the Bullard and Emerald Bay area were affected by a severe storm at […]
COWABUNGA: This Texas City Has Two Live Surfing Bars
And Both Of Them Will Be Less Than 2 Hours Away From Tyler, TX... We really don't know how "surfing bars" became a rage but apparently they are the hot new thing in casual dining. Soon, we'll have more surf bars than mechanical bulls in Texas at the rate we're going.
Lawsuits in connection to Phillips criminal cases to cost Smith County potential $300,000
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Lawsuits and claims from the Phillips family related to their criminal cases could cost Smith County an estimated $300,000, officials said in a commissioner’s court meeting on Tuesday. During a briefing from Assistant District Attorney Thomas Wilson, pending or contemplated litigation against the county involving Karen, Derek and Lance Phillips, as […]
Mentoring Alliance makes its way to Abilene
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A new nonprofit organization is making its debut in Abilene, expanding from locations in Tyler and Waco. Mentoring Alliance has been in Tyler for about ten years. However, leaders have been working to expand to the Key City for the past two years. Cameron Thompson is the Summer Campsite Coordinator for […]
Tyler named Tree City USA for 15th consecutive year
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Tyler has been named a 2023 Tree City USA for their 15th consecutive year by the Arbor Day Foundation. According to a release, the award was given to the city for its commitment to “urban forest management.” In order to qualify for the award, the city of Tyler had to meet […]
More than 4,000 without power after severe weather hit East Texas
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – After severe weather hit our area more than 4,038 customers are without power across East Texas as of 1:52 p.m. on Sunday. The following power outage numbers have been compiled from various power companies and electricity cooperatives. Anderson County – 62Angelina County – 238Bowie County – 394Cass County – 161Franklin County […]
Can You Legally Buy Fireworks In Texas For Memorial Day Weekend?
While driving along FM 2493 (Old Jacksonville Hwy.) in Gresham, just south of Tyler, Texas this past weekend I happened to notice that a roadside fireworks stand was set up and there were people there stocking it and getting ready to sell some fireworks. But can you legally purchase fireworks...
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