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Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders issued for fire near Tyler
TYLER, Wash. — Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders have been issued for a fire burning near Tyler. The fire, which is reportedly burning in the area of the South Columbia Basin Highway, has prompted Level 3 (Go Now), Level 2 (Be Set) and Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation orders in the region.
Convenience store with New Mexico, West Texas connections coming to East Texas
TYLER, Texas — A convenience store and gas station with ties to New Mexico and West Texas is expected to come to the East Texas area later this year. Allsup's Convenience Store and Gas Station, which began in Roswell, New Mexico and primarily has locations in New Mexico, West Texas and Oklahoma, has filed a permit with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Longview joins Tyler Legacy in District 10-6A
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - The Longview Lobos are back in the 6A classification after spending the last four years in 5A, and Tyler Legacy is going into their second season under Coach Beau Trahan’s regime. Longview finished last season with an 11-2 record and made it to the Regional...
East Texas Conn's HomePlus stores among locations closing following company's bankruptcy filing
TYLER, Texas — East Texas locations of the home goods store Conn's HomePlus are shutting down after the 134-year-old furniture and electronics retailer recently filed for bankruptcy. Tyler, Longview, Lufkin and Texarkana Conn's are closing their doors as well as all other locations. The stores are hosting a going...
Discover this weekend's highlights with Latina, bridal expos, Christmas in July and more
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, check out this list of events and activities around East Texas. Tyler Hispanic Business Alliance Latina Leadership Conference and Business Expo, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, at UT Tyler Soules College of Business (Building #22). Hundreds of Latina women will come together from the Tyler and East Texas region to inspire, motivate and share achievements, interests, skills, talents and more. There will be food, music, a fashion show and prizes. Tickets are required and can be purchased here: https://form.jotform.com/tylerhba/2024LatinaExpo . The Event will be hosted in Spanish. Information: https://www.facebook.com/TylerHBA.
Tyler Hispanic Business Alliance hosts their annual ‘Latina Leadership Conference and Business Expo’
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Tyler Native Anabel Magallanes is the owner of the Mita Artisan Shoppe. Four years ago, she made the decision to open up her own business during the COVID-19, making embroidered masks. “I got laid off from my full-time job, so we opened here and decided to...
Athens City Council approves program to incentivize hotel projects
ATHENS, Texas (KETK) – On Monday, the Athens City Council approved guidelines for their new Hotel Capital Investment Program to “spur the redevelopment on existing hotels in Athens.” According to the city, the program offers hotel owners a dollar-for-dollar match for projects that “improve their properties’ marketability.” The Athens City Council said that they will […]
‘I’m so excited’: Legendary East Texas meteorologist Mark Scirto prepares for retirement
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - A celebration and bittersweet farewell reception for KLTV’s very own Mark Scirto saw dozens of viewers, friends and loved ones from across East Texas come together to express their gratitude and congratulate the influential meteorologist on an almost 40 year career. As of 5:30 p.m....
Tyler Texas Roadhouse hosts 16th Tip-A-Cop Special Olympics Texas event
TYLER, Texas — There wasn’t a frown in sight Thursday night at Texas Roadhouse, as law enforcement and Special Olympians came together to raise money for Special Olympics Texas. The restaurant has done this for 16 years now and officers like James McCraw come back to be a...
East Texas school districts hiring for key positions ahead of classes
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Many East Texas school districts are looking to hire for several key positions with less than two weeks before some children are back in class. Many school districts are in urgent need of teachers, paraprofessionals and auxiliary positions. “We all recognize that there is a teacher shortage across the state of […]
Southwest Junior College Football Conference Media Day returns to Hollytree Country Club
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Eight JUCO football coaches got together at Hollytree Country Club Thursday for the 2024 Southwest Junior College Football Conference Media Day. Among the coaches in attendance were Kilgore College’s Willie Gooden, Trinity Valley Community College’s Sherard Poteete and Tyler Junior College’s Tanner Jacobson. Kilgore College is picked to finished first in […]
‘Robotic Manikins’ help UT Tyler medical students get hands-on practice
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The University of Texas at Tyler is giving their medical students a new way to learn the fundamentals of being a healthcare worker with “Robotic Manikins.” “My name is Hal,” robotic manikin Hal said. “Ok. What brings you in today? What hurts you?” “I have pain,” Hal said. Professors can program […]
Divers off Texas coast lost at sea for 36 hours, rescued by Coast Guard
MATAGORDA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two divers were rescued after being lost at sea for over 36 hours off the Texas coast. On Wednesday afternoon, Sector Corpus Christi watch standers received word that the two divers were last seen on the surface of “unfavorable weather conditions,” the Coast Guard announced. The divers were not seen again […]
Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
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