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Longview Chamber of Commerce joins noncompete lawsuit
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Longview Chamber of Commerce has joined with the US Chamber of Commerce in challenging a recent Federal Trade Commission rule banning noncompete agreements. “We stand firm in our commitment to safeguarding the interests of businesses and employees alike, and the FTC’s recent power grab threatens to disrupt countless existing agreements, […]
Longview HS plumbing program receives $12K check from Texas Builders Foundation
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - The Texas Builders Foundation presented a check for equipment to the Longview High School plumbing program Friday morning. The check will be used to purchase a pipe threading machine, according to the school.
East Texas woman arrested after meth found during traffic stop
HARRISON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – A 44-year-old woman was arrested on Sunday in Harrison County after drugs were found during a traffic stop. According to the sheriff’s office, Teresa Oney, of Harleton, was stopped for defective equipment at Highway 80 and Loop 281 where deputies conducted a probable cause search. Officials said marijuana and methamphetamines […]
Longview exterminator says ‘prevention is key’ ahead of fire ant season
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Spring has sprung, and with that comes fire ants. Experts say the time to treat them is now. During the winter months, fire ants stay beneath the ground to keep warm. Cary Sims, a Texas A&M Agrilife agent said when warmer weather approaches, the ants come out and begin to spread.
‘Modern-day Bonnie and Clyde’: Wisconsin man and woman arrested for theft in Marshall
MARSHALL, Texas (KETK) – The Marshall Police Department said that they arrested a man and a woman following a theft incident at a Walmart in Marshall on Friday night. According to Marshall PD, officers were called to the scene on Friday to respond to a shoplifting incident involving a man and a woman. Bridgette Eleanor […]
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame announces 2024 inductees
CARTHAGE, Texas (KETK) – The Texas Country Musical Hall of Fame in Carthage announced their 2024 inductees. The 13,000-square-foot hall of fame was started in 1998 to highlight Texas’ most famous and legendary country artists. In a press conference on Wednesday, they announced the following inductees for 2024: To learn more, visit the Texas Country […]
Gaston Museum hosts its last field trip
JOINERVILLE, Texas (KETK) – On Thursday morning, the Gaston Museum hosted its last field trip with Full Armor Christian Academy out of Henderson. “It’s very special but it’s also sad that there’s not going to be another one,” said Baxter Whitworth, a 7th-grade student. The middle schoolers were a part of the last class to visit before the […]
Officials urge caution after fentanyl discovered in candy in East Texas city
LONGVIEW — Firefighters recently found a potentially lethal narcotic made to look like candy while responding to a medical call at a Longview home. The discovery underscores the impact the opioid epidemic continues to have on the United States and highlights the need for parents to educate their children about the dangers of drugs, officials said.
Wiley University brings back softball since canceling in early 2000s
MARSHALL, Texas (KETK) – Wiley University announced the return of softball since it was canceled in the early 2000s. According to a release, Wiley University will bringing back softball as a club sport for the 2024-2025 school year, and it will become a varsity sport starting the following year where they will compete in the […]
Carthage’s Cuff has RBI in Louisiana loss
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLTV) - Former Carthage Bulldog Connor Cuff drove in a run in Louisiana’s 10-9 loss to Houston Christian on Wednesday. Batting ninth and starting at third base, the freshman was 1-for-5 with a run scored. Cuff singled in the fourth inning and reached on a fielding error in the fifth, driving in a run on the play.
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