NTCC celebrates May graduates with three ceremonies
May 21, 2026 Pictured: Jorge Perdomo gives the 11 a.m. Student Response. Northeast Texas Community College celebrated its May 2026 commencement with three ceremonies on Saturday, May 16th. A total of 457 credentials were awarded, including 261 associate degrees and 196 certificates of competency. The 9 a.m. ceremony honored those receiving Arts and Science degrees…
Read MoreTxDOT urges Texans to Turn Around, Don’t Drown®
Most flood-related deaths in Texas involve motor vehicles Download video ATLANTA – Flash flooding can happen fast in Texas, with rapidly rising water levels threatening to cover city streets, country roads and highways. When there’s water on the road, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) calls on drivers to remember this important advice: Turn Around, Don’t…
Read MoreNew report highlights NTCC’s value to communities and workforce
May 18, 2026 Northeast Texas Community College recently completed a comprehensive economic impact study that shows the college plays a major role in strengthening the local economy and workforce. The study, conducted by Lightcast, examined NTCC’s impact during the 2023-2024 fiscal year. According to the report, NTCC generated a total annual economic impact of $46.2…
Read MoreMLT, MA programs accepting applications for Fall 2026
May 21, 2026 Northeast Texas Community College is currently accepting applications for its Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) and Medical Assistant (MA) programs for Fall 2026. Both programs offer hands-on training and strong job prospects in the growing healthcare field. Graduates of the Medical Assistant program are prepared to work in clinics, physician offices, and outpatient…
Read MoreNTCC receives $275,416 JET grant from Texas Workforce Commission
May 21, 2026 Pictured (from left) is: Bart Spivey, Executive Director of Workforce Solutions Northeast Texas, Brent Connett, Workforce Commissioner, and Dr. Kevin Rose, NTCC President. Northeast Texas Community College recently received a $275,416 Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant from the Texas Workforce Commission to support the college’s nursing program and help train…
Read MoreHistoric Upshur Museum presents Sam Houston: Texas Icon
GILMER—During May, Historic Upshur Museum will present Sam Houston: Texas Icon, an exhibition produced by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. This exhibition is made possible in part by funding from the Summerlee Foundation. Sam Houston remains a larger-than-life figure in Texas and American history with a career that…
Read MoreGilmont Receives State License for Summer Camp 2026, Expands Commitment to Safe and Faith-Filled Camp Experiences
GILMER, Texas — Gilmont Camp and Conference Center is proud to announce that it has officially received its Youth Camp License from the State of Texas for Summer Camp 2026, marking an important milestone ahead of another season of Overnight Camp and Day Camp opportunities for children and families across East Texas. Following the devastating…
Read MoreBoard of Regents Approves $6.8 Billion Capital Plan for The Texas A&M University System
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Board of Regents of The Texas A&M University System on Thursday approved a five-year, $6.8 billion capital plan that will support continued growth, expand research and workforce capacity, modernize infrastructure and preserve historic facilities across Texas. The capital plan, for fiscal years 2027-2031 includes projects across the A&M System’s 12…
Read MoreMendoza wins again: results of the 18th annual McGraw Hill Poster Contest
May 21, 2026 Pictured (first row, from left): Johnathan Ventura, Emma Mendoza, Araceli Solis, Estefani Garcia. Second row (from left): Alan Garcia, Manuel Ramirez, Hailey Randall, Andrew Higgins, Andrew Perez, and Adam Richards. By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director A recent visit to Google’s Gemini AI noted that NTCC’s honors program “operates like a hyper-focused, varsity…
Read MoreTexas Game Wardens File 74 Charges Against New Braunfels Man Accused of Poaching 13 White-Tailed Deer
NEW BRAUNFELS – Texas Game Wardens have filed 74 charges against a New Braunfels man accused of illegally killing at least 13 white-tailed bucks in Comal, Hays and Bexar counties between the fall of 2024 and through late summer 2025. Darrell Maguire, 55, New Braunfels, is alleged to have poached deer over an 11-month period,…
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