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Remarkable Women 2026: Katie’s Krops
TYLER, Texas (KETK)- Katie Stagilano, founder of Katie’s Krops, stopped by to share about her time as a 2026 Remarkable Women Regional Winner from South Carolina. Do you know a woman making a difference in East Texas? KETK is now accepting nominations for Remarkable Women 2027. Whether she’s a community leader, educator, volunteer, healthcare worker, or someone who’s changing lives every day, we want to hear her story. New this year, you can nominate up to three deserving women. Nominations close Nov. 20th.
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East Texas Oilman’s Chili Cook-Off returns to Kilgore to benefit local charities
Downtown Kilgore will host the annual East Texas Oilman’s Chili Cook-Off Oct. 22, raising money for regional charitable organizations.
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This Famous Texas Trade Days Market Attracts Thousands Of Shoppers Every Month
If somebody says, “We’re only browsing,” remember that sentence. You may want to bring it up later. Because twenty minutes into this Texas market, somebody is going to be staring at a piece of furniture and quietly calculating the size of the back seat. That is how...
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Flamingo recovers with custom brace from orthopedist
TYLER, Texas (KLTV/Gray News) - A Chilean flamingo at Tyler’s Caldwell Zoo is recovering from a soft tissue injury to his ankle joint with the help of a custom-built brace. Queenie, 9, got spooked and ran while on exhibit, tearing ligaments in his ankle. Bird Department Supervisor Nichole Moore said keepers noticed him lagging behind.
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70-year-old piano finds new home at East Texas Oil Museum
The East Texas Oil Museum in Kilgore has received a special donation: a 70-year-old piano gifted by a local family with deep ties to the oilfield industry. “So excited to have it. We are over the moon excited,” said Angela Turner, manager of the East Texas Oil Museum. The piano belonged to Dale and Billie Grandstaff. Their daughter, Sharon Holden, said the piano stood in the church where her parents married in 1954. When the church disbanded in 1959, it was gifted to her parents and remained part of the family’s history.
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Layne's Chicken Fingers expected to add Lindale restaurant, filing shows
A popular chicken finger restaurant has plans to make its way to Lindale next year. According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Layne's Chicken Fingers has plans to add a location in Lindale on 3207 South Main Street. This is near Christus Trinity Clinic and across the street from the Walmart.
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Dave’s Hot Chicken coming to Tyler, state records show
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Things are getting spicy in Tyler as Dave’s Hot Chicken is slated to open its first location in East Texas soon. According to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Dave’s Hot Chicken is coming to the former Whataburger location at 6849 South Broadway Avenue in Tyler. The $500,000 project starts […]
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East Texas Untamed: Caldwell Zoo flamingo thriving after receiving 3D-printed leg brace
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Spirits are flying high at the Caldwell Zoo, where a vibrant flamingo named Queenie is getting a second chance thanks to a state-of-the-art 3D-printed brace that's helping him get back on his feet. KETK's Tyler Henderson and Ella Mitchell introduce you to the 9-year-old Chilean...
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Texas Bargain Hunters Lose Track Of Time Inside This Enormous Flea Market
You went in looking for a $5 vintage lamp. Three hours later, you’re carrying a cast-iron skillet, two records you swear you’ve been hunting for forever, and a wooden duck you have absolutely no explanation for. Welcome to flea market math, where time disappears and somehow every $3...
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‘That Was Bad’: JD Vance’s Tough-Guy Rally Act Falls Apart After an Awkward Confession Slips Out — and His Shot at Kamala Only Makes It Worse
JD Vance has been crisscrossing the country, trying to keep Republicans from taking a beating in next month’s midterms. But on Tuesday, the East Texas […] ‘That Was Bad’: JD Vance’s Tough-Guy Rally Act Falls Apart After an Awkward Confession Slips Out — and His Shot at Kamala Only Makes It Worse
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Tyler queen, princess mark start of 2026 Texas Rose Festival with ribbon cutting
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The 93rd annual Texas Rose Festival kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Tyler Rose Museum. Texas A&M University junior Emmy Brewer is the Duchess of the Rose Growers. “I am so excited I’ve been waiting for this since I was a little kid,”...
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Gearing up for the Brick Street Block Party
TYLER, Texas (KETK)- John Sturrock, Minister of Connection at First Baptist Church Tyler, stopped by East Texas Living to share about the Brick Street Block Party. The block party will be on Oct. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Plaza Tower Parking Lot. For more information, click...
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Pops Pizza Parlor coming to downtown Tyler landmark
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – East Texas foodies are in luck as a new pizza restaurant is coming to one of downtown Tyler’s most iconic buildings soon. Pops Pizza Parlor is slated to complete construction at the Plaza Tower in downtown Tyler on Jan. 29, 2027. The $138,000 project will be a 1,848 square foot restaurant […]
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Gilmer's East Texas Yamboree returns for 89th year of celebrating sweet potatoes
The East Texas Yamboree in Gilmer is back for the 89th iteration of one of Texas' continuous festivals. The festival brings thousands to the Gilmer area and has celebrated yams since 1935. It started as a way to celebrate the Texas Centennial and honor Upshur County's sweet potato. Events this...