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Preston Lord’s parents support Chandler ordinances under consideration
An ordinance that cracks down on wild parties and another that bans brass knuckles got initial approval from the Chandler City Council on Thursday. The two ordinances looks to crack down on teen violence. Preston Lord’s parents support both proposed rules.
Chandler named Music Friendly Community by Gov. Abbott
CHANDLER, Texas (KETK) — Gov. Greg Abbott announced that the City of Chandler has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. The Music Friendly Texas program was created in 2016 to foster music business-related economic development and job creation in cities and communities. The city will host […]
3 East Texas healthcare companies named among Best Places to Work in Healthcare for 2024
TYLER, Texas — Three East Texas healthcare providers were named among the Modern Healthcare's 2024 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. Modern Healthcare named 150 companies and organizations to the list to honor employers who empower workers to provide patients and customers with the best possible care, products and services.
Oil tank explodes near Troup, firefighters respond
TROUP, Texas (KETK) – The Smith County Emergency Services District 2 has reported that an oil tank exploded at a site on County Road 4703 near Troup on Saturday afternoon. Smith County ESD2 responded with six career firefighters, six volunteer firefighters and a battalion chief, along with with New Summerfield and North Cherokee County Volunteer […]
PHOTOS: Northern Lights seen across East Texas amid geomagnetic storm
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Many people across East Texas have reported seeing the Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, in the night sky as the Earth gets hit by an intense geomagnetic storm from the Sun. KETK has compiled the following photos of the Northern Lights from across...
Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County receives $25,000 to fund equipment for medical exam room
TYLER, Texas — Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County received over $25,000 from the Texas Bar Association to fund equipment for the nonprofit's second medical examination room. The gift will allow the CACSC to outfit this medical space and give opportunities for future growth of the Sexual Assault...
Tyler Campbell gives motivational speech at KTBB Scholastic Awards Banquet
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Motivational speaker Tyler Campbell addressed the student athletes and outgoing seniors at the KTBB Scholastic Awards Banquet on Thursday. “It’s a transition now so... nobody’s there, the alarm clock has to get you out of bed. It’s kind of like you’re standing on your toes sort of speak in level of adulthood and you have to learn to advocate for yourself. You have to learn to fight for your education or whatever that next step looks like,” said Campbell.
Smith County Clerk found guilty of interfering in traffic stop, son’s arrest
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Smith County Clerk Karen Phillips was found guilty of misdemeanor interfering with public duties after a March 2023 traffic stop that led to the arrest of her son, his friend and herself. Her jury trial started on Wednesday, and Phillips sentencing has been set for June 14. Her son, Derek Phillips, […]
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