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Louisiana nonprofit helping kids in moments of crisis comes to East Texas
KILGORE, Texas — A program to help kids going through moments of crisis in Louisiana is moving into East Texas. In 2013, KC Kilpatrick started Geaux 4 Kids as an independent, grassroots effort after becoming a foster parent. She learned how stressful the initial 24 to 48 hours of receiving children into foster care were and how impossible it was to adequately prepare. The organization makes bags with items ready to go when law enforcement officials come upon a child in need.
Watch: Wild Texas Dust Devil Engulfs Cameraman
Texas dust devils are on a whole other level. Having lived most of my life in Northwest Texas, I have seen many dust devils. Most have been small and would never be mistaken for a tornado. When I was a kid, I wouldn’t hesitate to run through one. I did...
Special white-winged dove hunting days begin Labor Day weekend
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — For many, the return of college football and the opening of dove hunting season make Labor Day weekend one of the most anticipated holidays of the year. In fact, it is estimated that in Texas, some 250,000 people participate in dove hunting and for them,...
A Breakdown Of Texas’ Nine HBCUs
HBCUs, an acronym for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, are a transformative educational experience. Getting to be surrounded by peers who look like you within walls that foster black excellence is a priceless gift. HBCUs exist to give Black Americans access to the education and opportunities they were once excluded from. Historical figures from Kamala… Continue reading A Breakdown Of Texas’ Nine HBCUs
Cybertruck With Clothes Dryer in Back Spotted in Texas
I have to admire the efficiency of the person driving around Texas with a clothes dryer in the back of their Tesla Cybertruck. However, I must admit that it is the most random thing I have ever seen. And yes, I have many questions about it. First of all, does...
A Texas Mega Millions Ticket Worth $1,000,002 is About to Expire
On March 19, 2024, the winning Mega Millions numbers were 24-46-49-62-66, with a Mega Ball number of 7. A ticket sold in Houston matched the five non-Mega Ball numbers. That's worth $1,000,002. Mega Millions game rules state that 180 days following the draw date, if a prize is unclaimed, that...
Bullard man arrested after multiple minors found in his home, including runaway
BULLARD, Texas (KLTV) - Bullard Police Department and Smith County Sheriff’s Office ended up making an arrest after they joined together in the search for a runaway juvenile. According to Bullard Police Chief Jeff Bragg, on July 25, Bullard officers joined Smith County Sheriff’s Office in locating a reported...
Check Out This Art Exhibition Before The First SFA Home Game
The first SFA football game of the year at Homer Bryce Stadium happens tomorrow, August 29, 2024. The Lumberjacks will be taking on the North American Stallions at 7 PM. You can listen to the game live, CLICK HERE. Take time to appreciate beautiful art before going to the stadium...
String of car burglaries leave Lindale residents on alert
LINDALE, Texas (KETK) – Shoppers and employees are staying on guard after a string of car burglaries at a shopping center in Lindale. “We’ve had a lot of break-ins in Lindale and Tyler” said April O’Byrne, a Pizza Hut employee in Lindale. “We just want everyone to know to be safe, watch your surroundings, if […]
Killeen firefighters assisting in multiple Texas wildfires
KILLEEN, Texas — Killeen Fire Department firefighters are deployed across Texas to assist in battling wildfires and helping crews in disaster services,. Five Killeen firefighters are now in the middle of a 14-day deployment including:. Battalion Chief Cory Davis. Captain Marcus Stillwell. Captain Matt Phillips. Fire Rescue Officer Charlie...
New subdivision included in plans for south Longview expansion
For the city of Longview, the business of building is booming, and not just on the north side. Just south of Highway 80 at Eastman Road and Country Club Road a new subdivision is in its initial stages. But that isn’t the only project in the works on Longview’s south side. Longview City Planner Angela Choy discusses engineering plans for a new housing development, Esperanza Place, coming to Longview.
Suspects in fatal Longview shooting plead to probation
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - Two Longview men accused in a 2023 shooting death accepted a deal for probation Monday. Shannon Tre’Mon Marshall, 23, and Artrell Taylor, 21, were arrested on April 4, 2023, shortly after 44-year-old Derrick Spearman was found in the area of Mobberly Avenue and Young Street with gunshot wounds. After initially rejecting a plea deal on Aug. 21, the men pleaded guilty for a sentence of 10 years’ probation on Monday in Judge Alfonso Charles’ court.
Crash involving TxDOT truck blocks SB Hwy 31 in Longview
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - A crash involving a TxDOT truck blocked a major Longview roadway Wednesday afternoon. A TxDOT traffic control truck was struck from behind on southbound Hwy 31 at Loop 281 in Longview. As of 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, all southbound traffic on Hwy 31 was being diverted to the Loop.
Colin Allred’s understated campaign strategy draws mixed reviews from fellow Democrats
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