Education

Couple to retire together after working as Tyler ISD educators for 20 years

It was 1991 when Limuel Norris first met Amy. He taught U.S. history while she taught math right…

Feel Good Features

Artwork in Hollytree unveiled in memory of Brownie the neighborhood dog

In remembrance of a “South Tyler legacy,” residents of Hollytree came together on Monday to wrap an electrical…

Feel Good Features

East Texas nonprofit among those honored as 2021 Governor’s Volunteer Award recipients

An East Texas nonprofit was recently honored as a recipient of the 2021 Governor’s Volunteer Award. Hookset Brothers…

Feel Good Features

United Way of Smith County surprises donor with free car during annual giveaway

It was just another Monday for Curtis Wiggins, until the United Way of Smith County showed up to…

Family

Couple donates creations to help children at UT Health Tyler

When Greg and Janet Kats moved to Tyler to retire a year ago, the couple turned to hobbies…

Business

More than $8,500 raised at bowl-a-thon charity event to benefit American Heart Association

A local mortgage brokerage on Thursday night hosted a successful charity event to benefit the American Heart Association.…

Arts And Entertainment

Tyler man advances on national singing competition

A Tyler man has advanced to the next phase of a national singing competition. Fritz Hager III, 21,…

Business

Young entrepreneur starts pet treat business, donates to area animal shelter

When 9-year-old Margot Peters made a New Year’s resolution to help animals, she didn’t envision how popular her…

Feel Good Features

A woman who wears many hats, McKellar honors legacy of her district in Tyler

Editor’s Note: This is part of series of stories on influential Black community members in honor of Black…

Education

‘LOVE AT FIRST SOUND’: Bell Elementary music teacher provides creative, safe outlet for students

Vinyl records and images of a variety of artists fill the walls. Instruments such as ukuleles, guitars, pianos…