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Tyler to Celebrate ‘Heritage Days’ on Saturday, May 19
Calling all Civil War buffs! Tyler is celebrating “Heritage Days” this Saturday, May 19. The Tyler Parks and Recreation Department has brought “Heritage Days” to Tyler for the past four years. The event takes place on the beautiful grounds of the 1859 Goodman-LeGrand House and Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and admission is free.
Benefit Baseball Tournament Set for East Texas Boy Fighting Cancer
Collin Boyd, who is eight years old and attends Owen Elementary in Bullard loves baseball. But recently Collin has had to deal with more than any 8-year-old should have to. Collin is suffering from undifferentiated soft tissue sarcoma. I can barely spell it, much less say it.
A Lioness at Oregon Zoo is Intent on Getting a Baby! [VIDEO]
WOW! A lioness at the Oregon Zoo thought she found herself the perfect meal, a little baby Zebra! But, the little baby Zebra turned out to be a 13 -month-old baby named Jack. The lioness seems very intent on either playing with, or eating the baby!
Latest 007 Film Has Bond Drinking a Heineken Instead of a Martini [VIDEO]
Heineken over martini? Is nothing sacred? 007 ditching the martini “shaken, not stirred” for a Heineken — say it isn’t so!
Dalton Days ‘Wild West Show & BBQ’ Saturday at Longview Rodeo Arena
Who’s up for a good ‘ol wild west show? Oh, and don’t forget about the BBQ! It’s Dalton Days this Saturday, April 14 in Longview. Dalton Days is a fun and historic Longview and East Texas tradition that officially kicks off the rodeo season a the Longview Rodeo Arena.What is Dalton Days? I’m so glad you asked.
Business Bootcamp for Veterans is April 28 in Tyler
Smith County is home to more than 18,000 veterans and has the the third largest Veteran’s Service Organizations in Texas. The Veteran’s and Community Roundtable of Tyler organization is working to make Tyler even more of a veteran-friendly place by offering veterans entrepreneurial, health and welfare related opportunities.
School Bus Scare: Superhero Teen Saves The Day [VIDEO]
This is an amazing story! 13-year old boy, Jeremy Whitshick, of Milton, Wash., jumped to action when his school bus driver had a heart attack.
President Obama Says He Is Not Tempted to Buy a Lottery Ticket
101.5 KNUE and Jack O Diamonds Honda Lincoln is giving listeners a chance to win 500 million bucks! Enter to win at KNUE.com or listen to win! The contest ends at 1pm. Winners must 18 years of age or older and they must pick up the tickets at the KNUE studio by 5pm today
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Black Student Asked To Speak ‘Blacker’ In Class [POLL]
I couldn’t believe what I was reading today about a black ninth grader from Fairfax County, Va. The student, Jordan Shumate, was allegedly asked by his ninth grade English teacher, Marilyn Bart, to read a poem aloud by the African American writer Langston Hughes, and then insisting he read it in a “blacker” manner. What? Keep in mind that this student is the only black student in the class.
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Stocking Stuffers Priced Right
Aaron Jacobs, Flickr
If you're like me, stocking stuff-ers are the best part of Christmas — I like to hunt for fun, yet practical items that my family and friends can actually use. It's always a challenge to see what I can come up with year after year to surprise 'em with and I think I've found some items that will definitely be a hit, and I'm going to share them with you.
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British Navy Lipsync Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ [VIDEO]
I’m always praying for our military troops who are protecting us and fighting for our freedoms. This time of year, we should all thank them for the sacrifices they make everyday. It’s always a joy when those who unselfishly serve this country, can be home with their families. After more than 214 days at sea, the crew of the HMS Ocean is headed back home just in time for Christmas! Boy are they in
Give The Gift Of Charity This Christmas
JDHancock, Flickr
Many of us look for ways to reach out to needy and hurting children in an effort to make their Christmas season a little brighter. Choosing a trustworthy and reliable charity for your special Christmas project may seem overwhelming with so many organizations to choose from
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