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infinitieplus Magazine’s November 2025 Publication

Vol. 15 No. 11 Cover Story – Dr. Marla Sheppard, Superintendent at Longview Independent School District. Story by: Joycelyne Fadojutimi, PhD Cover photo by: Michael Cavazos Photography Women Today – Delcine Johnson, owner of Rumours Spalon. Story by: Joycelyne Fadojutimi, PhD Cover photo by: Michael Cavazos Photography Opening the magazine, you can enjoy a special […]

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 […]

Sam Schott named as top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year award

The University of Texas at Tyler is proud to announce that Patriot softball alumnus Sam Schott has been named one of the top 30 finalist for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Woman of the Year award. Schott, a Longview native, was selected from a record-breaking 631 nominees who demonstrated excellence in academics, athletics, community […]

Historically Underutilized Business Certification process suspended by Acting Texas Comptroller

(AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock has announced a freeze on the issuance of new and renewed Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) certifications for state procurement, pending further action to ensure the program’s administrative procedures and rules are constitutional. The suspension, announced in guidance distributed (PDF) today to other Texas agencies, ensures immediate compliance with the U.S. Constitution, Texas […]

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 […]

UT Tyler Announces Inaugural HRD Doctoral Program Cohort

The University of Texas at Tyler Soules College of Business announced the inaugural cohort of the UT Tyler human resource development in higher education leadership doctoral program. Designed to prepare scholars and leaders for senior administrative roles in higher education, the 60-credit-hour, 100% online degree program utilizes a cohort model and features flexible learning options […]

Kilgore College names Dr. Staci Pollan Martin interim president 

The Kilgore College Board of Trustees voted Oct. 20 to appoint Dr. Staci Pollan Martin as interim president of the college, effective Nov. 1. Martin, who currently serves as KC’s vice president of organizational effectiveness and excellence, will step into the interim role following the transition of Dr. Brenda Kays, who has been named president […]

ETBU celebrates homecoming

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com East Texas Baptist University recently celebrated Homecoming 2025 by welcoming alumni and friends to on-campus festivities. Throughout the week, the University held a variety of events that engaged students in faith and friendship, including pumpkin painting, Conversations with the President, trivia Tuesday, Powder Puff games, and Western dancing. ETBU students and […]