ETR Staff Report Longview, TX – East Texas Montessori Prep Academy (ETMPA) celebrated its kindergarten Class of 2026 during four special graduation ceremonies recognizing students’ growth, learning, and achievements throughout the school year. A total of 520 students participated in the celebration, joined by family members, teachers, staff, and community supporters who gathered to honor […]
ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – From future nurses and engineers to aspiring pilots, researchers, and psychologists, Tyler ISD’s Class of 2026 valedictorians and salutatorians are preparing to make their mark on the world. These six students have distinguished themselves through exceptional academic performance, leadership, and involvement in organizations that have strengthened both their schools […]
ETR Staff Report It was a night to remember as Tyler ISD celebrated the very best of its schools and community at the 2026 Educators of the Year Gala. With the support of Cooperative Teachers Credit Union (CTCU) and dedicated sponsors, the evening honored outstanding educators while also introducing new recognitions for Distinguished Alumni and Community Partners of the Year. The […]
Built on trust. Driven by community Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The Spring Hill State Bank lobby was full that late afternoon. Not just with people, but with memories. At the front stood President and Bank Director of Spring Hill State Bank Wallace E. Rhymes III, a man who had clearly rehearsed his words but now let them settle […]
Qᴜɪᴇᴛ ʜᴇʀᴏɪɴᴇ: ʀᴇᴅᴇꜰɪɴɪɴɢ ᴡʜᴀᴛ ɪᴛ ᴍᴇᴀɴꜱ ᴛᴏ ᴅᴏ ɪᴛ ᴀʟʟ Story by PAULA JIMENEZ As May celebrates National Military Appreciation Month, we are honored to highlight the journey of East Texas native and United States Army veteran, LaRhonda Hamilton. With immense pride, LaRhonda reflects on her twenty years, four months, and eight days of military service and remains dedicated to uplifting the veteran […]
Where Fun Meets a Fierce Purpose An unforgettable night rallying East Texas to stand up, speak out, and show up for every child. Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi The room filled with boots, bright bags, and something deeper than a fundraiser, resolute purpose. Rebecca Thomas had helped guide this night. She had walked alongside the Martin House. And tonight, at the 12th Boots, […]
