ETR Staff Report The following statement may be attributed to Commissioner Miller: “Texas lost a true legend today. My friend Chuck Norris wasn’t just a movie star or a martial artist, he was the embodiment of grit, discipline, and Texas toughness. He represented the kind of strength and character that built this state and made […]
ETR Staff Report AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB’s Voices of Veterans oral history program. This week, we highlight the service of Sergeant (Sgt) M.C. Clark who served in United States Army during WWII. Born […]
Legislation Would Make Illegal Aliens Who Drive Drunk Aggravated Felons & Subject to Stiff Criminal Penalties for Illegally Reentering the U.S. WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Ted Budd (R-NC), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), John Kennedy (R-LA), Eric Schmitt (R-MO), James Lankford (R-OK), and […]
LRMC provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms LONGVIEW, TX (December 22, 2025) — The American College of Cardiology has recognized Longview Regional Medical Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Longview Regional Medical Center was awarded Chest Pain Accreditation with Primary PCI based on rigorous […]
Mayor Kristin Ishihara calls for immediate community action, urges support Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/ETR As the government shutdown continues to impact families across East Texas, local leaders and nonprofit organizations are sounding the alarm about a growing food crisis. During a recent press conference, community leaders emphasized the urgent need for collective action […]
Smith County is holding its Warrants Solution Program, offering those with arrest warrants for outstanding court fines a chance to pay them before being arrested. “Each year, we hold a warrant roundup to allow people to pay their outstanding court fines and fees to avoid being arrested,” Smith County Judicial Compliance Director Sheryl Keel said. […]
