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5 Ways to Protect Your Sobriety During the Holiday Season

By Dr. Jasmine Douglas The period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s is often called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for those managing addiction, it can also be the most stressful. The pressure of family, increased social events, and a general air of celebration can intensify triggers. Protecting your sobriety is paramount. Here […]

Celebrating Hispanic Excellence 2025 

Honoring the leaders shaping East Texas and beyond  Story and photos by Joycelyne Fadojutimi  The Tyler Hispanic Business Alliance proudly hosted the 2025 Hispanic Achievers and Business Leaders Awards Luncheon, a sold-out celebration honoring leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact across East Texas. The event opened with a warm welcome and an uplifting invocation by Pastor David Ramos from Grace Español.  A Year […]

infinitieplus Magazine’s December 2025 Publication

infinitieplus Magazine’s Cover Story – HONORING HEROES 2025 EBD Educators Awards Gala – 2025 Education by Design Educators’ Awards Gala honors passionate teachers who guide, empower, and transform every student’s journey. 2025 Educators awards recipients: Gabriella Munoz, Bitia Saravia, Deanna Kalmus, Laura Driver, and Jewel Hewitt. Get to know EBD Board of Directors and why […]

infinitieplus Magazine Women Today December 2025

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi  A NIGHT TO REMEMBER  – The women who made it happen  The inaugural 2025 Education by Design Educators Awards Gala event shimmered with success—an unforgettable celebration of teachers, our true champions in the classroom. But behind the flawless flow, the warm atmosphere, and every thoughtful detail stood a powerhouse team: the Fund-Raising Committee.  Their devotion. Their determination. Their […]

Kilgore Street Sidewalk Project Completed: $923,000 Revitalization Enhances Downtown Accessibility and Aesthetics

City manager, Rachel Rowe, shares city updates The City of Kilgore, Texas, has officially completed the Kilgore Street sidewalk project, funded in part through a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for downtown revitalization. Total construction costs were $782,830.38, with approximately $140,000 in engineering expenses, bringing the overall project cost to roughly $923,000. This project […]

Fiesta Night rocks Texan Theater

Kilgore Area Chamber of Commerce honored women in the community Story and photos by Paula Jimenez/www.infinitieplusmag.com The Kilgore Area Chamber of Commerce (KACC) recently hosted its annual Women’s Awards at the historic Texan Theater, honoring outstanding women in the community and celebrating their contributions. This year’s event embraced the fiesta theme “Mamacitas and Margaritas,” setting […]

Dr. Adam McGuire Honored with UT System 2025 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award

Dr. Adam McGuire, an associate professor of psychology at The University of Texas at Tyler, has been named one of the 12 recipients of the prestigious UT System 2025 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award. “The Board of Regents is proud to recognize these educators for their dedication to the core values of teaching excellence and student […]

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS,RAISING STANDARDS

Superintendent Sheppard reflects on a year of connection,growth, and excellence By Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com “I want everyone — teachers, principals, parents — to feel their voice matters in decision-making. When we work together, we win together.”Dr. Marla Sheppard, LISD Superintendent. When Dr. Marla Sheppard, Longview Independent School District superintendent arrived in the district a little more […]

Longview ISD names Benjamin Kemper as new Chief of District Safety

Longview, TX – Longview ISD voted to approve the hiring of Benjamin Kemper as the District’s Chief of District Safety, effective November 3, 2025. Chief Kemper joins Longview ISD after nearly twenty-four years with the Longview Police Department, where he most recently served as Assistant Police Chief. Over his career, he has led patrol operations, […]

National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Tyler ISD and Partners Host “Roads to Opportunities” Transition Event Tyler ISD, Partners Resource Network, and Texas Workforce Solutions proudly hosted the first-ever “Roads to Opportunities” transition event at Tyler Junior College West Campus. The event brought together more than 200 students, parents, support staff, and speakers from multiple East Texas school districts to support […]