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UT Tyler joins Team Becca

Wednesday afternoon, the UT Tyler Patriots welcomed two new members of their volleyball team, Becca and her sister Emily.
Dez Bryant says he's catching better despite finger, feels like a veteran: 'No more games, no more wondering'

Dez Bryant says he's catching better despite finger, feels like a veteran: 'No more games, no more wondering'

Dez Bryant is from Lufkin. He's healthy again and he talked with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Longview’s Maxey providing physical play at free safety

Longview’s Maxey providing physical play at free safety

Jimmy Carter covers the Lobos for the Longview News-Journal. Longview High School is having spring football.

Jack Stallard talks about all three Longview teams still playing in the state playoffs

Longview, TX (KTEK) He's the Sports Editor of the Longview News-Journal. Jack Stallard talked with KETK Sports Director Danny Elzner about the state baseball playoffs. All three Longview teams are still alive.

It's almost pool time, public pools opening in Tyler and Longview

It's almost that time again, in just a few short weeks, public pools and splash pads will open, and people will have a very comfortable option to get away from the hot summer heat.

It's almost pool time, public pools opening in Tyler and Longview

It's almost that time again, in just a few short weeks, public pools and splash pads will open, and people will have a very comfortable option to get away from the hot summer heat.

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.

City of Tyler reviews ordinance over human signs

It's been a law for years, but it has not been strictly enforced in the city of Tyler. We're talking about those folks who dress up as characters to promote their business or someone else's business.
Philip Humber moved to bullpen

Philip Humber moved to bullpen

Houston, TX (KETK)  He is from Carthage and he lives in Tyler. Philip Humber has lost his job in the Astros' starting rotation. The East Texan has been moved to the Houson bullpen.
Tyler City Council initiates annexation proceedings

Tyler City Council initiates annexation proceedings

The Tyler City Council adopted a resolution initiating annexation proceedings for land located north of the northeast intersection of Spur 248 and County Road 272, it authorized the creation of a service plan, and setting the dates, times, and

Don't let facts get in the way of a good story

Let me start off saying that anyone’s premature death is a tragedy. It is no joke when people are hurt from acts of violence in any form.

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.
City seeks input on historic preservation for Tyler

City seeks input on historic preservation for Tyler

The city is seeking input on historic preservation for Tyler. Residents can provide their input in two ways:
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.