On Monday, October 30, Smith County employees who park around the Annex Building in downtown Tyler will lose their parking spots during construction of the new parking garage. The Smith County Judge and Commissioners’ covered spaces will not be affected by the construction, so Judge Neal Franklin has decided to donate his spot to employees. […]
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Gamma Omicron chapter at Kilgore College invites the entire community for a night of enchantment at its Disney-themed Trunk-or-Treat event. “This magical evening promises to bring together the core values of scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship in a Halloween celebration like no other,” said Kate Yglesias, PTK sponsor. “Come and […]
Longview Mayor Andy Mack will be recognized with the Distinguished Citizen Award from the East Texas Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America during a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 29. The Distinguished Citizen Good Turn Award Luncheon will be held at Pinecrest Country Club, 214 Club Drive. Mack has served as […]
DEA slates disposal of unneeded prescription drugs. Several local law enforcement agencies and prevention advocates from Next Step Community Solutions’ coalitions are gearing up for the semi-annual DEA Take Back event to be held October 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at various locations across East Texas. “This event is the easiest and safest […]
Enrollment and renewal periods for the Ambulance Subscription Program to run from October 1 – December 31 annually for the subsequent year. Since 2009, the Longview Fire Department has offered an Ambulance Subscription Program to Longview residents. This program assists citizens when a medial emergency arises in addition to offsetting exorbitant out-of-pocket medical expenses. Typical […]
TSTA opposes House Bill 1 and any other bill that includes taxpayer-funded vouchers. Texas State Teachers Association President Ovidia Molina released the following statement: We are disappointed that the House education leadership has included a voucher in House Bill 1, it’s school finance bill. I want to make it clear that TSTA will oppose any […]
