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In Focus

CHRISTUS Health nurse discusses unsettling new stroke trends in younger patients

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Lorena Rivas
Every May, millions across the nation bring awareness to strokes. According to the C.D.C., strokes are the third leading cause of death in Texas.

Events

The Watkins-Logan Veterans Home in Tyler hosted a Memorial Day program Monday.

Tyler Watkins-Logan Veterans Home hosts Memorial Day barbecue

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 9:14 AM CDT
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By Kristine Guevara
KLTV’s Kristine Guevara spoke with Bill Glover, who fought in the Vietnam War, as he shared what this day means to him.

News

East Texas Food Bank CEO announces retirement date

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 8:48 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The ETFB Board of Directors has formed a search committee and hired a firm to help search for a qualified replacement for Cullinane.

Events

Lufkin community holds Memorial Day ceremony

Lufkin community holds Memorial Day ceremony, places symbolic wreath on VFW memorial

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 7:58 AM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
A senior vice commander placed a wreath in remembrance of the fallen members of VFW 1836. A white flower was also set on the VFW marker to represent purity, along with other symbolic items.

Community

Tyler artist paints playful Azalea District pups as part of new downtown mural

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 4:08 PM CDT
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By Makayla Goos and Brittany Hunter
A new mural is being painted near the downtown Tyler square, and one of the artists involved says her work is based on the Azalea District community experience.

Events

Congressman Moran speaks at Tyler Memorial Day ceremony

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 1:33 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The Tyler Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery hosted a Memorial Day ceremony featuring performances by the East Texas Men in Harmony Barbershop Chorus, the Civil Air Patrol as color guard, bagpiper Paul Watson and more.

Community

Longview’s ‘New Orleans Gardens’ owner explains plans to close

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 12:56 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
It’s been around for six decades, and if you’ve driven down Judson Road in Longview, you’ve probably seen the New Orleans Gardens, but they’re about to close their greenhouses forever.

Events

Longview Boy Scouts hold flag retirement ceremony for Memorial Day

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 11:21 AM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
Gregg County residents attended a Memorial Day Ceremony held this morning at Teague Park.

Community

Payne Springs firemen rescue frightened dog stuck in storm drain

Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Firemen helped free a dog stuck in a storm drain after being frightened by fireworks Sunday night.

Events

11th Tyler Celtic Festival brings community together in celebration

Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
Festival Market Director Tiffany Whitten said it’s important to learn about different heritages and lineages to get a better idea of what different cultures were like in the past.
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Events

Nacogdoches biker groups host wall wash event for veteran memorial

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 5:55 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
Motorcycle clubs came together Saturday to wash the veteran memorial wall in Nacogdoches.

Events

Former congressman celebrates Memorial Day with Tyler community

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 4:42 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
Former Congressman Louie Gohmert was a guest speaker at a ceremony at The Boulders at Lake Tyler Saturday to celebrate Memorial Day.

Events

Lufkin holds cemetery flag display for Memorial Day

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 1:57 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
Throughout this weekend, many different groups are coming together to honor and remember fallen soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Mark in Texas History

Mark in Texas History: Old Redland School recognized for 1800s roots

Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 10:27 AM CDT
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By Mark Scirto
Recently, a historical marker and old school bell were unveiled at the old Redland School.

Community

Angelina Co. 4th grader donates hair to freshman battling cancer

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 9:55 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
“I was really amazed that a little girl would think so much of another person that’s going through what she is going through, and to be so selfless to chop 15 inches of hair to donate to someone, I know growing hair takes time and so for her to do that... I thought it was the most selfless act that I’ve came across along my journey of doing hair,” Shepherd said.

Events

Nacogdoches leaders preview new additions to 33rd annual Blueberry Festival

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 8:33 PM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
The City of Nacogdoches is gearing up for its most famous festival of the year.

Education

Mineola ISD breaks ground on first new campus in 40 years

Updated: May. 25, 2023 at 12:24 PM CDT
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By Mack Shaw
An East Texas town is celebrating the first new addition to their school system in nearly 40 years.

Education

Groveton UIL Literary Criticism team wins 2nd consecutive state competition

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 8:04 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
An East Texas literary team recently won first place at the state competition for the second year in a row.

Community

Tyler Swing Thing brings community together through dance

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 7:14 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
Rhodes says after COVID-19, she is glad that Tyler Swing dance offers a space for the community to gather in a healthy and positive way.

Community

WebXtra: Tyler’s Pollard Park undergoing complete makeover

Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 12:11 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
KLTVs Jamey Boyum talks with Tyler Parks Recreation Director Leanne Robinette about the complete makeover underway at Pollard Park.

Power of Prayer

Power of Prayer: Sculptor Felix Avalos carves religious art from East Texas timber

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 8:34 PM CDT
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By Lane Luckie
After a half-century, an East Texas artist is still perfecting his calling in life. From his workshop in Larue, Felix Avalos is using wood carvings to share his faith with people around the country.

Events

Longview’s Memorial Day Ceremony to be held at Teague Park

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
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By Arthur Clayborn
Longview’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at Teague Park. It will feature a flag retirement by local Boy Scouts, along with keynote speaker Ben Gurganus and the laying of a wreath.

Events

Longview to host Juneteenth community events over 2 weekends

Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 3:48 PM CDT
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By Mack Shaw and Arthur Clayborn
The City of Longview is planning two weekends of community events in celebration of Juneteenth.

News

Mineola natives look back on town’s history, celebrating 150 years

Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 7:55 PM CDT
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By Andrea Valdez
With a century and a half under its belt, the city continues to share what makes the small town a special place for its residents

Events

Fallen officers remembered during Nacogdoches County memorial ceremony

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 7:42 PM CDT
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By Mariela Gonzalez
A fallen peace officer memorial honored lives lost in Nacogdoches County on Wednesday at the Exposition and Civic Center.

Events

Mayor Don Warren says Tyler is ‘transforming’ during state of the city address

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 6:27 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the City luncheon on Thursday at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center.

Community

Auditions to be held May 22-23 for ‘Footloose’ at Tyler Civic Theatre

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 4:00 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Auditions will be held May 22 and 23 for the show, director Stephen Rainwater says.

Events

Gilmer ‘Candy Bomber’ event brings fifth graders historical treat

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 12:56 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
You may have heard the term “Pennies from Heaven.” Well, this morning it was candy from an aircraft in Upshur County.

Education

Longview High School to hold graduation earlier due to weather

Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 12:49 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
Longview ISD has announced the high school graduation will begin earlier, given the chance of stormy weather.

Gift of Love

“They deserve to stay together:” 3 sisters under 10 need parents who will help them leave foster care behind

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 10:45 PM CDT
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By Erika Holland
Siblings deserve to stay together and that’s exactly the hope for a trio of sisters in East Texas. Cara’mae, Autumn and Enberlee are all under the age of 10. They’ve been together their whole lives and now they need a family who is willing to commit to the gift of love.

Community

Flowers bloom for Nacogdoches median beautification project

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 8:39 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
Spring is in full bloom, and so are the flowers in a few medians on Highway 59 in Nacogdoches.

Seniors

Tyler Area Senior Citizen Association sheds light on loneliness in seniors

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 8:20 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
A recent Pew research center study found 27% of adults over 60 in The United States live alone.

Events

Fallen officers remembered at annual downtown Tyler memorial ceremony

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 7:07 PM CDT
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By Blake Holland
“It’s an honor. It’s an honor,’ said Lisa Geddie, the widow of former Smith County Pct. 4 Constable David Geddie.

Education

Central ISD senior planning to attend Baylor receives Gates scholarship

Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 6:19 PM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
A Central ISD senior is one of a few people who received the Bill and Melinda Gates Scholarship.

Community

Nacogdoches City Council adopts pickleball court rental schedule

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 10:52 PM CDT
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By Mack Shaw
Pickleball is a fast-growing phenomenon, and the city of Nacogdoches is making moves towards a competitive scene for the sport.

News

Marshall officials, community members celebrate new historical marker honoring work of 20th century architect

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 8:31 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
City officials and the community gathered to celebrate the unveiling of a historical marker which honors Marshall native and architect, Cornelius Granberry Lancaster.

Community

Smith County honors retiring 82-year-old Tyler Pipe employee with his own day

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 6:57 PM CDT
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By Blake Holland
James Madison was 18 years old when he went to work at Tyler Pipe, 64 years ago.

Community

Rice Elementary choir performs for assisted living residents

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 6:55 PM CDT
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By KLTV Digital Media Staff
The Ranger Choir from Rice Elementary School shared some joy with the folks at the Hamptons at Pine Forest.

Events

Go Red for Women luncheon in Tyler promotes heart health awareness

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 6:04 PM CDT
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By Arthur Clayborn and Brittany Hunter
The fifth annual Go Red for Women luncheon was held in Tyler on Tuesday, bringing together survivors of cardiovascular disease.

Health

East Texas nonprofit brings awareness to mental health through free little library

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 12:08 PM CDT
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By Lorena Rivas
An East Texas family has created a “little library” at their home to bring mental health resources within reach for their community.

Power of Prayer

Power of Prayer: East Texas pastor guided spiritual healing after America’s first mass shooting in a church

Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 11:24 AM CDT
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By Lane Luckie
As gun violence in America has many churches taking a closer look at security plans, one East Texas pastor has a unique perspective on the matter.

Events

Marshall Police Department holds event honoring fallen officers

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 2:41 PM CDT
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By Jamey Boyum
Monday is Law Enforcement Memorial Service Day, and the Marshall Police Department held an event to recognize the occasion.

Community

East Texas woman gives back to community by fostering children

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 7:32 AM CDT
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By Kristine Guevara
According to the Texas Department of Family Protective Services, there are over 1,200 children in the east Texas central region who are in foster care.

Sports

94-year-old East Texas woman awarded black belt in martial arts

Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 7:09 AM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
“If you decide it’s going to happen, it will. Never want to stop. Keep looking forward to what can we do tomorrow. That’s from young people like me!” she said.

Events

East Texas Gala of Hope recognizes local business leaders

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 11:39 AM CDT
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By Bob Hallmark
Recognizing East Texans for their contributions to business and professionalism was the focus of a gala tonight.

News

Tyler Fire Department honors firefighters for acts of heroism

Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 11:37 AM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
The Tyler Fire Department held their annual banquet and awards event, in which firefighters were recognized for helping save lives while on duty.

NFL

Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders visit fans at nursing home in Grand Saline

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 7:03 PM CDT
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By Michael Coleman
As we all know, the Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders are popular worldwide, but they do find time to spend with their fans here in Texas.

Events

Tyler’s Discovery Science Place celebrates 30 years

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 5:47 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
Families, friends and the community were invited to join in on water dunking, face painting and science experiments in honor of the Discovery Science Place being open for 30 years.

Events

Lufkin VFW builds pantry for Day of Service

Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 11:11 AM CDT
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By Avery Gorman
Saturday, the Lufkin VFW post expanded its food pantry to help not only homeless veterans but the entire community. The project is part of the National VFW Day of Service.

Community

Tyler Police Department holds first community meeting for Spanish-speaking citizens

Updated: May. 12, 2023 at 11:18 PM CDT
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By Sariah Bonds
Tyler Police officer, Bianca Smedley, noticed a need within the Hispanic community to help bridge the gap between Spanish speaking only citizens and English speakers to better help communicate.
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