The start of the new school year kicked off Wednesday at Troup Elementary School. Families gathered outside the school to drop their children for the 2021-2022 academic school year. Drop off started at 7:30 a.m. and lasted about 20 minutes. Parents and faculty said they are excited about the new...
JACKSONVILLE, Texas (KETK) – In a recent post to City of Jacksonville, Texas – Government Facebook page, the city announced proposed city charter amendments are being added to the Nov. 8 election ballot. According to the city’s government page, The Charter of the City of Jacksonville was drafted in 1933, amid The Great Depression. It […]
Students and parents filled the sidewalks at Troup Elementary School on Wednesday to usher in the new academic year. The halls were full of excitement from children as parents walked them to their respective classrooms for their first day. Teachers and staff were also excited to be back on campus.
WHITEHOUSE, Texas (KETK) – Whitehouse Police Department is asking residents to help spread the word about recent vehicle break-ins. According to their Facebook page, they have an estimated 4,700 followers which means half of the city will not see their reminder post. The post reminds residents to ‘TAKE, REMOVE,...
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Two people are dead after a rollover wreck off Toll 49. Officials were called to the scene of an accident Monday at 12:12 p.m. off Toll 49, approximately five miles south of Lindale. A 2009 Peterbilt 340 rolled over one and a half times coming to a rest on its top. […]
WHITEHOUSE, Texas — Many of us go out to dine and look at a menu without second thought, but for one East Texas family, the way a local restaurant unintentionally formatted its menu really helped a mom and her kids out. Sara Murphy hangs pictures of her family across...
The food truck culture has definitely caught on in East Texas. We have many fantastic food trucks in the Tyler, Texas area to choose from. And one of East Texas' favorites? Catch Me if You Can. We love Cajun food in East Texas. And there's no denying that some of...
TYLER, Texas — A Tyler-based food truck is expanding to what it says its customers have been asking for — a brick-and-mortar location. Catch Me If You Can, owned by Amanda Longacre, will soon open a sit-down restaurant located at 18928 Highway 155 South in Flint. Longacre posted...
I have shared new home builds in Alto from Petty Construction in the past, and they never disappoint. I always admire the quality and the personalization that goes into every home design they carry to fruition. The last time we looked at a home from Alto it was massive. We...
North America Diving Dogs competition takes place at the Longview Rodeo Arena. They fly through the air with the greatest of ease, and that’s because they know they’ll have a soft landing. The North America Diving Dogs competition has returned to Longview as part of the AKC Dog Show at the Longview Activity Complex.
SAN ANTONIO – The Texas heat doesn’t appear to be going anywhere with more forecasted 100-degree days in our future. Luckily, Texas has several indoor water parks where you can escape the scorching sun. There are tons of lakes and rivers you can visit in our area but...
The Kids Park in Bullard is set to receive additions to accommodate children with special needs. The park, which is about nine years old, has received multiple additions since it was built, said Bullard David Hortman. The newest changes, headed by the Rotary Club of Bullard, will add an area for special needs children.
Tour Tyler Texas, more than just Tourism - Clarence Shackelford a publicist and local historian that really, like helping people with historical research. Mexico gifted Texas with the Tortilla. Whether you are a fan of corn or flour tortillas, our Texan culture goes without them. When you start with a tortilla, the options for a delicious meal are endless. Our kitchen is in Arp, Tx, just off Hwy 64. Do you like Tamales, Fiesta Chicken Salad, Picadillo, Sopita de Fideo, Mexican rice, beans, queso, salsa, chips and Enchiladas? Well, check out the Texas Tortilla Kitchen. Texas Tortilla Kitchen, 15240 CR 246 S, Arp, TX.