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VFW Post 7103 to host ceremony in honor of National POW/MIA Recognition Day
ATHENS, Texas (KLTV) — Retired Col. Charles F. Blaschke III and VFW Commander Kevin Lohrke joined the East Texas Now livestream for an interview about Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7103’s ceremony honoring National POW/MIA Recognition Day Saturday. Among those who will be honored are the Tubbleville Brothers,...
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‘Carry it forward’ Carthage Fire Department holds sixth annual 9/11 remembrance walk
CARTHAGE, Texas (KLTV) - The Carthage Fire Department held its sixth annual Walk of Remembrance for first responders lost on 9/11. Their message this year was to carry the memory forward. “I remember specifically where I was that day. I was at work,” Carthage Fire Marshal Randy Liedtke said. “Someone...
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Books So Good, It’s Scary
The East Texas Weekend Preview — A new chapter has opened up in downtown Tyler with the addition of a truly one-of-a-kind bookstore. The Headless Librarian offers a wide range of modern and classic novels, spanning genres of horror, romance and so much more!. As soon as you step...
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Gregg County Fair returns to Longview with rides, food and entertainment
The 9-day Gregg County Fair opens in Longview tomorrow, featuring carnival rides, fair food, live entertainment and family-friendly attractions.
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‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ opens tonight at Henderson County Performing Arts Center
ATHENS, Texas (KLTV) - The Henderson County Performing Arts Center opens its production of “Arsenic and Old Lace” tonight at 7 p.m., with additional showtimes planned for later this week and next week. The performing arts center located at 400 Gibson Road in Athens. Adult tickets are $18,...
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Marshall pastor takes on role in faith-based television series
MARSHALL, Texas — A familiar East Texas community leader is stepping into the spotlight with a new role in a faith-based television series on Tubi. Rickey Moore of Marshall, known for his community work, ministry, and efforts to collect bicycles for children during the holiday season, has been cast in the series "Homeless Henry."
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East Texas State Fair Comes to East Texas Sept 25 – Oct 4
In #tylertx, fall means it’s time for the East Texas State Fair. This year’s fair is set to take place from Sept. 25 – Oct. 4, 2026. The fair will be held at 11315 Hwy 64 West Tyler, TX 75704. Along with the location change, the East...
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Lindale’s Miranda Lambert picks up 7 CMA nominations
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (KLTV) - Lindale native and country music superstar Miranda Lambert has been nominated for seven Country Music Association awards. The CMA nominations were announced Thursday morning. Lambert’s seven nominations trail only Ella Langley, who has nine. Kasey Musgraves of Golden and Cody Johnson of Groveton have five...
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Patriot Day events around East Texas honor 25th anniversary of 9/11
EAST TEXAS, (KLTV) - Several organizations are putting on Patriot Day events around East Texas to honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb: The University of Texas at Tyler is hosting its annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Friday, Sept. 11. Date: Friday, September...
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Como-Pickton Band: The Flame Within
There is growth, and then there is momentum. For the Como-Pickton band program, the past several years have brought plenty of both. Now entering his fifth year with the program, Director Craig Ingram has watched the Como-Pickton band continue to develop in size, ability and expectations. The program enters the new school year with approximately 64 students on the roster, including eight seniors, and with a recent history that has given the group plenty to build upon.
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Lindale’s Miranda Lambert picks up 7 CMA nominations
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (KLTV) - Lindale native and country music superstar Miranda Lambert has been nominated for seven Country Music Association awards. The CMA nominations were announced Thursday morning. Lambert’s seven nominations trail only Ella Langley, who has nine. Kasey Musgraves of Golden and Cody Johnson of Groveton have five...
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Tyler Art Festival Returns Sept. 19th
On Sept. 19, the City of Tyler Downtown Department and Tyler Art Lift will host the 5th Annual Tyler Art Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Caldwell Arts Academy Field, along with the official grand opening of Art Alley. The Art Alley grand opening will take place on...
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Rock the Pines draws thousands to Mineola for inaugural Christian music festival
Christian music, community and faith took center stage in East Texas this weekend, when Rock the Pines brought thousands of people to the Mineola Nature Preserve for its first-ever festival. The two-day festival, presented by 89.5 KVNE, featured Christian music, more than 100 vendors, food trucks and activities for the...
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Piney Woods Service Association to Host First Annual Turkey Shoot Benefiting Veterans on October 10th, 2026
MT. ENTERPRISE, TX — The Piney Woods Service Association (PWSA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring, supporting, and benefiting those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, will host its 1st Annual PWSA Turkey Shoot on Saturday, October 10, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. – READ MORE BELOW POSTER.
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Okrapalooza returns to Mineola for its 17th year
MINEOLA, Texas (KETK)– It was a special weekend for okra lovers as the 17th annual Okrapalooza returned to Mineola this Sunday, providing East Texans with plenty of okra and fun memories. This year’s Okrapalooza was held at the Venue at Cope Ranch, welcomed over 150 guests, and featured live music, plus, of course, tons of […]
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Thousands to attend Christian Music Festival at Mineola Nature Preserve this weekend
On Saturday, the Mineola Nature Preserve will host the first annual “Rock the Pines”, featuring several Christian artists, including Tauren Wells, Switchfoot, Colton Dixon, and more. Event Director Johnathan McDowell is a Winnsboro native who has spent time in the music industry in Nashville.
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Place to Be: Bear Creek Balloon Festival brings food, music and hot air balloons to Marshall
MARSHALL, Texas - Looking for something to do this Labor Day weekend? Patrick Dennis has a destination worth checking out in Marshall. The fourth annual Bear Creek BBQ & Balloon Festival is set for Saturday at Bear Creek Smokehouse, bringing barbecue, live music, family activities and hot air balloons together for an evening in East Texas.
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East Texas actors prepare for ArtsView’s 24 Hour Musical
East Texas actors are preparing for a musical that will take over the next 24 hours of their lives. ArtsView is producing its fourth annual 24 Hour Musical, a production actors and audiences will not know much about until they arrive. The show involves 24 hours, one Broadway musical and 51 actors.
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Grace Community School names new girls, boys golf coach
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Grace Community School named respected Correy Davis as the new golf coach last week. Davis is well-known in the Tyler golf community, having served in many roles including as assistant golf pro at Hollytree Country Club, FITCREW product specialist for titleist and assistant golf pro and club fitter at Willow Brook Country Club. Davis currently serves as the lead club fitter and teaching pro at John Sikes Golf Academy in Bullard.
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4th Annual Bear Creek BBQ & Balloon Festival
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – Kevin Green, Bear Creek General Store Manager, stopped by East Texas Living to share about the 4th Annual Bear Creek BBQ & Balloon Festival. The 4th Annual Bear Creek BBQ & Balloon Festival will be on September 5, beginning at 4 p.m. at Bear Creek Smokehouse.