How many East Texas families enrolled in the state’s new school‑choice program?
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — A surge of interest in Texas’ new school choice program means thousands of families may be left waiting. A record 274,183 students applied for Texas Education Freedom Accounts ahead of the March 31 deadline, far exceeding the program’s available funding, according to state leaders. Read more: How many East Texas families…
Read MoreKC Theatre to close season with ‘Small Mouth Sounds’
Published: March 31, 2026 Kilgore College Theatre will close its 2025–26 season with Small Mouth Sounds by Bes Wohl, inspired by a silent spiritual retreat the author attended in upstate New York. A model of theatrical ingenuity, the play uses very little dialogue to dig into the core of human pain, exploring this with both pathos…
Read MoreWhat to Know Before You Open the Door: BBB’s Guide to Door-to-Door Sales
With warmer temperatures comes the return of door-to-door sales. From solar panels and alarm systems to landscaping services, asphalt paving, roofing contractors, and even charitable causes, solicitors are once again making their rounds in neighborhoods across East Texas. Better Business Bureau Serving Central East Texas (BBB) reminds consumers to stay alert and make informed decisions…
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NTCC Theatre to Present “Twelfth Night Or, What You Will” April 16-18th
April 2, 2026 The Theatre department at Northeast Texas Community College is preparing to bring laughter, energy, and classic comedy to the stage with its upcoming production of Twelfth Night Or, What You Will, an adaptation one of William Shakespeare’s most beloved works. Performances will be held April 16-18 at 7 p.m. with an additional…
Read MoreDrs. Fulgham and Yox honored at recent luncheon of the Texas State Historical Association
April 2, 2026 The Mary Jon, and J.P. Bryan Leadership in Education Award of $5,000 goes out each year to a higher education professor for outstanding attainments in historical pedagogy. University professors have been the usual recipients of this Texas-wide accolade, with educators from Sul Ross, Tarleton State, and the University of Texas at El…
Read MoreNTCC Honors releases new Alacrity newsletter
April 2, 2026 By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director Since 2008, the honors program of NTCC has published a biannual newsletter. The recently released 2026 spring edition can be accessed on the college website: Spring 2026 Alacrity Newsletter One can also write Honors Director, Dr. Andrew P. Yox, for a real copy at ayox@ntcc.edu. The…
Read MoreCriminal Justice program hosts successful Arrive Alive Tour
April 2, 2026 Northeast Texas Community College recently hosted the Arrive Alive Tour at the Eagles’ Nest on March 11, giving students, faculty, and staff a powerful, hands-on opportunity to experience the dangers of impaired and distracted driving. Despite rainy weather throughout the day, the event saw 59 participants, surpassing last year’s attendance. The strong…
Read MoreThis state agency was created to investigate Texas universities. How that works is a mystery.
By Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune April 3, 2026 A new state office with the power to investigate whether public universities in Texas are violating laws on diversity, curriculum and campus decision-making has no written policies explaining how those investigations work, even after accepting complaints for nearly three months. The Office of the Ombudsman, housed…
Read MoreA border wall through Big Bend appears to be on hold after public outcry, but questions remain
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune April 3, 2026 In February, the Trump administration waived over two dozen environmental laws to clear the way for a 150-mile-long border barrier through West Texas, including Big Bend National Park and the adjoining state park, a rugged and scenic stretch with unscalable canyons along the Rio Grande.…
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