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Political veterans show support for Gladewater council candidate

Political veterans show support for Gladewater council candidate

A challenger’s campaign for Gladewater’s Place 5 council seat has received support from an unusual source.
Uplifting science lesson: Hot air balloonist drops in at White Oak Intermediate School

Uplifting science lesson: Hot air balloonist drops in at White Oak Intermediate School

Calm winds Wednesday morning helped teach a science lesson to about 600 students at White Oak Intermediate School.
Morning weather report:  May 9th, 2013

Morning weather report: May 9th, 2013

TODAY: Mostly cloudy, warm and humid. Showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon (40%). There is a slight risk for strong to severe storms with the main threats being high winds and heavy rainfall along with frequent lightning.

UT Tyler joins Team Becca

Wednesday afternoon, the UT Tyler Patriots welcomed two new members of their volleyball team, Becca and her sister Emily.

Gardening improves your health

Many of us are trying to improve our health by eating better and reducing stress. Experts say, gardening is the answer.

Is that mosquito repellent safe?

It’s that time of year again. The weather is warming up, and mosquitoes are on the hunt. Just when you’re ready to enjoy some deck time in the evening, they arrive like the skunk at the dinner party.

Mother's Day: What moms DON'T want

Here's your reminder: Mother's day is Sunday. If you haven't made plans for the women in your life yet, we have some ideas.
National Polka Festival in Ennis

National Polka Festival in Ennis

Ennis, Texas is to host Traditional Czech Celebration over Memorial Day weekend, from May 24-26.
Mount Pleasant police chief: Kidnapping victim, 14, was terrorized

Mount Pleasant police chief: Kidnapping victim, 14, was terrorized

A 14-year-old East Texas girl endured what police called a terrifying experience after being abducted Sunday.
Street closures for AlleyFest in Longview

Street closures for AlleyFest in Longview

The City of Longview announces temporary street closures in the downtown area during the annual AlleyFest event, which will be held May 10 – 12, in downtown Longview.
Area baseball, softball playoff schedule

Area baseball, softball playoff schedule

The Longview News-Journal has a big list going of all the East Texas baseball and softball teams still in the hunt for a state championship.
Former Marshall pastor set for trial, charged with online solicitation of a minor

Former Marshall pastor set for trial, charged with online solicitation of a minor

A former pastor arrested in May 2012 and accused of online solicitation of a minor is set to stand trial this month.
Mount Pleasant police chief: Kidnapping victim, 14, was terrorized

Mount Pleasant police chief: Kidnapping victim, 14, was terrorized

Mount Pleasant Police Chief Wayne Isbell said Tuesday that during de-briefing of Ruby Zavala after her Monday rescue, it became clear the teenager was terrorized by the suspect in her abduction, Jesus Resendez Ramirez, 23.
UPDATE: Man arrested in Van murder case

UPDATE: Man arrested in Van murder case

UPDATE:  One man is behind bars following the murder of Jesse Lee Hudspeth of Wills Point.  
Morning weather report:  May 8th, 2013

Morning weather report: May 8th, 2013

TODAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy. High 85. Winds S 10-15 mph.