Story by Jennifer Hines Tyler, TX – When a Tyler ISD senior picks up a welding torch, they’re not just practicing a skill—they’re preparing for a career in one of Texas’ most in-demand industries. For many, that torch leads to a job offer before graduation, dual credit college courses already underway, or an industry certification […]
East Texas State Fair Rodeo nominee for top five in the nation Big news, East Texas! The East Texas State Fair celebrated its first annual opening weekend in September 2025 and is named as a top-five nominee for best medium rodeo in the nation. The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) is set to honor rodeo […]
Longview’s Lobo Band marches into history – AGAIN! The legendary Big Green Marching Machine of Longview High School has done it again — earning a Division I (Superior) rating at the UIL Region 21 Marching Contest, marking an astounding 76th consecutive year of first division honors. The achievement came at the end of a marathon […]
Story by Elise Mullinix One major barrier to children receiving proper dental care comes down to coordinating school and work schedules for kids and their parents. The Tyler Junior College Dental Studies Department will host Apache Smiles, a free dental clinic for children ages 4-11. The event will be held 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. […]
Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com East Texas Baptist University recently celebrated Homecoming 2025 by welcoming alumni and friends to on-campus festivities. Throughout the week, the University held a variety of events that engaged students in faith and friendship, including pumpkin painting, Conversations with the President, trivia Tuesday, Powder Puff games, and Western dancing. ETBU students and […]
By Glenn Miller GOD’S WORD: “Surrender yourself to the Lord and wait patiently for him.” – Psalm 37:7 (GWT) It’s impossible. It’s over. It’s terminal. It’s incurable. It’s beyond repair. These are some of the things the world tells us when we are faced with insurmountable odds. Recovery, redemption, and reconciliation seem too far away. […]
