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City of Rusk residents pray together for a future of unity
RUSK, Texas (KETK) — Residents in the City of Rusk gathered for a community prayer and worship service Tuesday evening following a year marked by major leadership transitions across the municipal government. The city has experienced several key administrative changes within the past year, including departures and transitions involving the chief of police, the city […]
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East Texas economist cites One Big Beautiful Bill as reason for decrease in SNAP enrollment
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - The number of people on food stamps has dropped to a 17-year low, according to the Center on Budget and policy Priorities. “The Big Beautiful Bill is the primary factor in this. It’s made it more difficult for people to qualify,” said economist Dr. Ray Perryman. “There’s been a lot stricter enforcement on states getting their compliance percentages up and that sort of thing, and the end result has been a lot more paperwork, and that’s slowed things down.”
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Kilgore ISD mourns passing of CTE manufacturing teacher
KILGORE, Texas (KETK) – The Kilgore Independent School District is in mourning this week following the death of John Lewis, who taught CTE Manufacturing and Carpentry at Kilgore High School. “John was much more than an educator. He was a mentor, a role model, and a dedicated Bulldog who made a lasting impact on the […]
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Longview considers zoning changes to allow smaller homes, more density
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) - The City of Longview is looking into ways to make it easier, and less expensive, for contractors to build homes in Longview. And Longview is looking at some zoning changes that are working in Dallas. There is only so much land in a city, and if...
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Historic Worship Site within the Pines
The East Texas Weekend Preview — Hymns were sung, sermons were preached and congregations of Christians met here for generations. Brushy Creek Arbor, also known as, the Anderson Campground, is a religious gathering spot on the outskirts of Palestine. Originally constructed in the 1870’s, frequent revivals and celebrations occurred...
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IN FOCUS: Officials warn East Texans about dangers of fentanyl
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In this week’s episode of East Texas In Focus, KETK News anchor Nolan Hoffman sat down with the Texas Department of Public Safety to learn about the dangers of fentanyl. October is Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in Texas and to help educate Texans about the dangers of fentanyl overdoses, the Texas […]
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East Texas shoppers turning to thrifting for Halloween savings this year
Kristy Dyess is costume shopping at East Texas Goodwill stores. She said Halloween is different for her this year in terms of spending, as she is spending time instead of cash. “Looking for something Halloween to wear to work for Halloween,” Dyess said.
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East Texans gather at Bergfeld Park to celebrate White Cane Day
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Hundreds of community members gathered at Bergfeld Park in Tyler for White Cane Day to raise awareness about visual impairment and celebrate independence within the blind community. The event, sponsored by East Texas Lighthouse, brought together an estimated 300 to 400 attendees, along with local food...
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IN FOCUS: Officials warn East Texans about dangers of fentanyl
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – In this week’s episode of East Texas In Focus, KETK News anchor Nolan Hoffman sat down with the Texas Department of Public Safety to learn about the dangers of fentanyl. October is Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month in Texas and to help educate Texans about...
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LIST: Celebrate spooky season with these East Texas Halloween events
TYLER, Texas (KETK) -- As leaves begin to fall and pumpkins line porches and streets, Halloween creeps closer and closer, with festivities in full swing across East Texas. From costume contests to spooky-themed block parties, several cities and residents in the area are putting on fa-boo-lous events. KETK News has...