The University of Texas at Tyler received the Texas Veterans Commission Silver Veterans Education Excellence Recognition Award for its commitment to ensuring the academic success of veterans and the military-connected community. “This recognition reflects our success in providing robust support services and also highlights the Military and Veterans Success Center as a model in advancing […]
Tyler, TX – Early College High School (ECHS) is celebrating its latest recognition by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best high schools in the country and the top-ranked high school in East Texas. On the 2025–2026 Best High Schools list, ECHS earned an impressive overall score of 95.14 out of 100, […]
New robotic technology offers fresh hope in the fight against lung cancer. ip staff report In a major milestone for early lung cancer detection, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler has completed its 500th successful procedure using the Intuitive Ion Robotic Bronchoscope. With lung cancer remaining the deadliest cancer in the U.S., accounting for approximately […]
Texas Bank and Trust welcomes 76 area seniors toesteemed Student Board By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Longview program continues to empower the next generation of leaders through financial literacy and leadership A Legacy of Leadership: Texas Bank and Trust recently announced the selection of 76 outstanding high school seniors from the Longview area to serve on its […]
Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bill 15, Senate Bill 840, and House Bill 24 to improve housing affordability Governor Greg Abbott has signed Senate Bill 15, Senate Bill 840, and House Bill 24 into law to tackle the housing shortage and improve housing affordability across the state during a bill signing ceremony at the Texas Capitol. “Housing affordability is one of the […]
The University of Texas at Tyler received a $971,195 grant TYLER, Texas (August 19, 2025) – The University of Texas at Tyler received a $971,195 grant from the National Institutes of Health to support research led by Dr. Andrey Komissarov, School of Medicine professor of cellular and molecular biology. Komissarov, in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company […]
LRMC announces new Chief Executive Officer LONGVIEW, Texas (August 18, 2025) Longview Regional Medical Center (LRMC) today announced Patrick Swindle as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 30, 2025. An accomplished healthcare executive and native East Texan, Swindle has a wealth of leadership experience and a commitment to operational excellence. He currently serves as […]
Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 38 and Senate Bill 1333 AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott today ceremonially signed Senate Bill 38 and Senate Bill 1333 into law to close loopholes, remove squatters, and defend homeowners’ property rights during a bill signing ceremony at the Texas Capitol. “Private property rights are a cornerstone of our Texas values,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas is […]
Hospitals in Jacksonville, Sulphur Springs, Tyler recognized for excellence in stroke care (TYLER, Texas) – Three hospitals in the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Health System have been nationally recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for delivering high-quality stroke care. The National Award, Get With The Guidelines – Stroke, is given to hospitals […]
Tyler ISD Celebrates Preliminary TEARatings! Tyler, TX – Tyler ISD announced its preliminary Texas Education Agency (TEA)accountability ratings, highlighting strong growth across multiple campuses andcontinued progress toward the district’s goal of eliminating low-performing schools.These provisional ratings, based on the district’s internal analysis and paired with toolsthat are synched with TEA accountability metrics, reflect one of […]
