ETR Staff Report Tyler, TX – Tyler ISD’s Early College High School (ECHS) has been named the No. 1 high school in East Texas (again) by U.S. News & World Report, recognizing the campus as one of the region’s highest-performing schools for academic excellence and college readiness. The recognition highlights the continued success of ECHS […]
ETR Staff Report WASHINGTON— The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing to establish a $103,265 fee for all H-1B cap-subject petitions, including those eligible for the advanced degree exemption. The proposed fee would be paid at the time of filing and would be imposed in addition to all other applicable fees or payments. The […]
Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi Local enterprise leaders gathered early morning to cultivate business-to-business relationships at the Kilgore Chamber of Commerce’s monthly “Morning Brew” networking event. Kilgore College hosted the breakfast session at its commercial printing press facility, Ranger Print. Kilgore College President Staci Martin opened the event by welcoming the attending business community […]
ETR Staff Report VeraBank announced that it has received delegated authority by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to approve, process, and service SBA-guaranteed loans. This designation, known as the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP), recognizes a select group of lenders with proven expertise and a strong track record in SBA lending. The PLP recognition […]
ETR Staff Report Kilgore College extends its heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Courtney G. Pruitt for her service and leadership as athletic director. Dr. Pruitt will conclude her service at KC on Aug. 26. Since joining KC as athletic director in 2022, Dr. Pruitt has helped lead Ranger Athletics through a period of achievement and growth. […]
ETR Staff Report LONGVIEW, TEXAS– (August 11, 2026) — Longview Regional Medical Center has named Rob Terry Jr., MSN, RN, as its new chief nursing officer, effective Aug. 17, 2026. In his new role, Terry will oversee nursing operations throughout the hospital, lead clinical quality and patient safety initiatives, and support Longview Regional Medical Center’s […]
