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East Texas lawmaker authors bill that would require voters to prove citizenship

AUSTIN — Texas voters would have to prove they are U.S. citizens to register to vote under a…

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All Saints student organizes first-ever FurFest 5K Dog Walk & Expo to benefit SPCA of East Texas

This Saturday, Rose Rudman Park will be the place to be for dog lovers as it will be…

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More than $2.5B in roadway projects planned across East Texas

More than $2.5 billion in road improvement projects are planned for Smith, Gregg and Van Zandt counties, a…

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Tyler native to host talk on tech and education

From Staff Reports Tyler native and technology entrepreneur Therelee D. Washington II will return to his hometown as…

Columnists

Simpson: Profiteering from Lake O’ the Pines

Despite the misadventure of the Northeast Texas Municipal Water District (NETMWD) attempting to sell water to the Dallas-Fort…

Education

Summer Camps Guide: Helping Parents Choose the Right Fit for Their Child

(NewsUSA) – Spring break often reminds families of the approach of summer and the need to find the…

Education

Abbott praises Trump’s efforts to eliminate Education Department at White House

WASHINGTON — Gov. Greg Abbott praised President Donald Trump’s efforts to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education on…

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Smith County fire danger, caution remains

High fire risk conditions persist in East Texas, including in Smith County, and officials are urging people to…

Education

How Texas students, teachers could be impacted by school discipline overhaul

DALLAS — Texas teachers have made it clear that student behavior can be a problem. In a poll…

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Texas Senate gives initial OK to China, Russia land ban

AUSTIN — The Texas Senate has given initial passage to a bill that would ban residents of and…