Cattle Baron’s Ball unites East Texas against cancer A Legacy of Love: Through shared tears and a roaring country celebration, East Texas proved that when a neighbor faces a diagnosis, an entire community stands up to fight. Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi For nearly four decades, a quiet but fierce promise has echoed across […]
The public has the final vote: Out of 404 patriotic entries celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, 48 winners are now on display in downtown Longview—and the race is on for the People’s Choice Award. Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi On a warm Sunday afternoon, the lobby of Texas Bank and Trust transformed from a quiet financial institution into a […]
Story and photos by JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI From Transactional Space to Experiential Hub: How institutional capital and “place-making” are converting a legacy shopping center into an economic engine for East Texas. Physical retail is staging a powerful comeback, and the Longview Mall is positioned to be a primary benefactor of this macroeconomic shift. At a recent Chamber “State […]
Story by PAULA JIMENEZ Photos by JAIME GOODE STUDIOS The Tyler Cattle Baron’s 38th Annual Ball, benefiting the American Cancer Society, transformed the W.T. Brookshires Center into a vibrant hub of celebration and purpose, where boots met bling, and hope soared. infinitieplus Magazine was honored to serve as the Elite VIP Media Sponsor, capturing extraordinary moments while supporting a meaningful cause. This year’s theme, “Mount Up with Wings […]
Story by JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI, PhD A Legacy Beyond Politics: From estate law to City Hall, Longview’s mayor is breaking down barriers, protecting taxpayers, and proving that true leadership begins with a servant’s heart. Twenty years ago, a young attorney named Kristen Ishihara drove into Longview, Texas. Her husband Richard followed soon. They were fresh out of Baylor Law […]
Invites community to a New Orleans style entertainment, premium beverages, downtown vibe and more ip staff report Bourbon Alley’s grand opening ribbon cutting event in downtown Longview, East Texas, featured introductions, a description of the establishment’s offerings, and welcome message from Mayor Kristin Ishihara plus, a presentation of Chamber plaque. Mayor Ishihara letter on behalf of the City expressed excitement for the ribbon cutting celebration thanking Bourbon Alley for their investment in the community […]
