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Texas man allegedly burglarizes home belonging to man living in nursing home
ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - A man from Texas is facing charges out of Jackson County for allegedly burglarizing a home that belonged to a man in a nursing home. Manuel Leon-Elvida of Marshall, Texas is accused of second degree burglary and obstructing officers. Altus Police were called to a home...
Tornado watch for parts of East Texas until 11 p.m.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Rusk, Sabine, Nacogdoches, Shelby, Panola and San Augustine counties until 10 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Trinity county until 10:30 p.m. A Tornado Watch is in effect for Houston and Trinity counties until 11 p.m. A Tornado Watch is in effect for Cherokee, […]
The bloom of Wildfiower Trails Festival ushers in Spring
, , , , , , , , Rain or shine, the Wildfiower Trails Festival bloomed from April 25 - 27 and East Texans gathered in Hughes Springs to usher in a new season. For those not familiar with the area, the Wildfiower Trails Festival is celebrated in Hughes Springs, Avinger, and Linden. According to the City of Hughes Springs, it all began in the early 1970s. An East Texan botanist, Peggy Amerson, shared her love of photographing wildflowers in the Hughes Springs, Linden, and Avinger areas. After sharing her slides with the Historical society, she made a statement about wishing...
Lobo Nation celebrates Spring signing day at Longview High School
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) — Lobo Nation had a lot to be proud of during Spring signing day at Longview High School Wednesday. Lobos senior Taylor Tatum, a football and baseball standout for Longview who will play both sports at the University of Oklahoma, was recognized as a member of the Whataburger Super Team for the […]
LIST: Several Cinco de Mayo events happening across East Texas
TYLER, Texas — Cinco de Mayo is this Sunday and several East Texas cities are hosting festivals and events to celebrate. Cinco de Mayo, which is often mistaken for Mexico's Independence Day, honors the Mexican victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Mexico’s Independence Day was Sept. 16, 1810, according to the Smithsonian.
Free Family Fun at Marshall’s Historic Star Family Home
(Loving Living Local) – Megan from the Texas Historical Commission joins Susan to tell us why everyone can enjoy this historical property, regardless of their budget. Megan details how the Star Family Home in Marshall, TX brings history to life and all the exciting opportunities awaiting visitors at this historic site.
Voters to decide on $116M school bond with ‘no tax increase’, Mabank ISD says
MABANK, Texas (KETK) – Mabank Independent School District is seeking the approval of a $116 million bond that if passed on Election Day, will increase student capacity and prepare the district for future growth. According to the school district, the projects that the bond will fund include: The district said the bond would not increase […]
Bear Creek Smokehouse: A Piece of Home
(Loving Living Local) – In the kitchen of Bear Creek Smokehouses’ Robbie Shoults, where every visit feels like coming home. Susan talks with Kevin Green, General Manager of Bear Creek, who helps make Bear Creek more than just a store, but a family environment for all!. Kevin Green...
Marshall voters face decision on sales tax
MARSHALL, Texas (KSLA) — Marshall, Texas, voters face a decision Saturday (May 4) on whether to reauthorize a sales tax to fund street maintenance. The sales tax at the rate of one-eighth of 1% is the only item on the ballot that day for Marshall voters. Election Day is...
Texas State Technical College Marshall campus students earn 18 medals in workforce skills competition
MARSHALL, Texas — Several students at Texas State Technical College in Marshall won 18 medals in a recent statewide workforce skills competition. Seven of them even qualified for the national contest. The students brought back seven gold, six silver and five bronze medals from the SkillsUSA Texas Postsecondary State...
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