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“YOU HAVE TO CATCH IT”

By GUIDO MINISTRIES Benjamin Franklin was enthusiastically praising the newly drafted Constitution of the United States when a skeptic interrupted him. “It doesn’t mean anything,” the man protested loudly. “Where is the happiness it guarantees?” Franklin calmly replied, “Friend, the Constitution guarantees you the right to pursue happiness. You have to catch it!” The profound […]

Designing a stronger business community, one strategic move at a time

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi/www.infinitieplusmag.com  Lisa Morgan’s story begins where so many strong stories do at home, around a dinner table, under the steady example of parents who believed in showing up.  “My parents taught me early,” she says. “Always show up, work hard, be kind and let your faith guide you.”  That is not all.  Her parents, Leonard and Linda Morgan just didn’t say those […]

Early Voting Begins Tuesday in Smith County

ip Staff Report Smith County residents can begin casting their ballots Tuesday during two weeks of early voting for the March 3, 2026, Primary Elections. From February 17-27, Smith County residents can cast their ballots at any of the five early voting locations, which include: Not sure where the closest polling location is to where […]

Heart Month: CHRISTUS Health highlights importance of cardiac rehabilitation

ip Staff Report (EAST TEXAS) – During Cardiac Rehabilitation Week, celebrated annually during the second full week of February, CHRISTUS Health is shining a spotlight on one of the most underutilized yet life-saving treatments for heart disease: cardiac rehabilitation. In the United States, hundreds of thousands of patients survive heart attacks, heart surgery or cardiac […]

SFA reports strong spring 2026 enrollment growth

ip Staff Report “This spring enrollment growth is a clear signal that students see the value of an SFA education.” Dr. Neal Weaver, president Stephen F. Austin NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University reported significant gains in spring 2026 enrollment, marking its first spring-to-spring enrollment increase since 2019 and the largest spring enrollment increase […]

CHRISTUS Health opens new emergency care center in Mount Pleasant

ip Staff Report (MOUNT PLEASANT, Texas) – CHRISTUS Health celebrated the opening of its new emergency care center in Mount Pleasant with a ribbon cutting and blessing on Monday. Located at 130 Tankersley Road, the 36,000-square-foot facility features both an emergency department and dedicated clinic space, each bringing expanded, compassionate and exceptional care to the […]

Women Today February 2026 infinitieplus Magazine

CRISTINA HOLLINS Here to serve: Showing up where it matters most  By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Cristina Hollins’ life has always been shaped by love, sacrifice, and an unshakable sense of purpose. She is married to Marcus Hollins, and together they are raising four daughters—four young women who fill her with awe every single day. Watching them grow into themselves, confident […]

Cue the lights. Roll the music. This is Longview’s standing ovation moment. 

Story by Joycelyne Fadojutimi Under the glow of marquee lights and Broadway-style flair, the Junior League of Longview took center stage as the recipient of the Arts!Longview 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Excellence—a distinction reserved for legends who don’t just participate in the arts but build the stage itself.  The honor was presented during Arts!Longview Honors, the organization’s annual, red-carpet, note-worthy celebration recognizing individuals and […]

February 2026 infinitieplus Magazine Publication

Vol 16 No.2 Welcome to our page! Enjoy our February 2026 publication. Leave a comment to hear back from us! Did you see anyone you recognized? What was your favorite featured story? Cover Story: Story and photos by JOYCELYNE FADOJUTIMI, Ph.D – CUE THE LIGHTS. ROLL THE MUSIC. This is Longview’s standing ovation moment. Junior League […]

Longview Chamber celebrates leadership, community, and 110 years of impact

By Joycelyne Fadojutimi/infinitieplusmag.com Photos by Isaac Wells, Kept By Jesus Productions The Longview Chamber of Commerce began the year with its Annual Meeting and Banquet, a red-carpet evening that brought together business leaders, community partners, and civic stakeholders to celebrate achievement, leadership, and the Chamber’s 110th anniversary. The high-profile event featured keynote speaker Travis Fisher […]