East Texas country star Neal McCoy gave a young fan named Harrison a moment to remember when he invited him on stage to sing along to “Wink” at the Tulsa State Fair. The heartwarming moment is a reminder that sometimes the best part of a concert isn't just hearing your favorite song. It's getti...
East Texas knows a thing or two about Friday night football, and you don't have to travel far to find communities where high school football is a major event. From Tyler to Longview and the smaller towns in between, football brings people together every fall...
Living in East Texas is a wonderful mixed bag of everything. There is so much to appreciate, some things to laugh at, and a few things that will make you scratch your head. But for the most part, East Texas is lovable, and people truly enjoy it...
As Texas Tech prepares to face Arizona State for Homecoming 2026, a look back at Red Raider football history since 2000 reveals a surprising 54% win rate across 26 homecoming matchups.
A free family history conference is coming to Tyler on October 24, with genealogy experts, DNA research, breakout sessions and optional hands-on workshops.
TxDOT has scheduled overnight lane closures along US 87 at FM 41 south of Woodrow from 7 p.m. Wednesday to 7 a.m. Thursday. Drivers should plan for delays and follow posted detours as crews install new bridge decking.
What if foster pets could tell their own stories? A Texas studio is teaming up with voice actors to give animals a unique way to capture attention and hopefully find their forever homes.
The De Soto Hotel's reputation grew darker with tales of a reclusive resident performing rituals in the basement, though no official records confirm the story.
Nightmare on 19th Street is bringing back the scares with four haunted houses and over a mile of twisted corridors. Get ready for The Year of the Creeps.
A former Subway near Tascosa High is now Noodle Corner, a new Amarillo restaurant serving pho, ramen and Thai food, with a lunch special for $10.99 Monday through Friday
Thinking about owning a business in Amarillo? Sweet Sipz is for sale with its location, truck and recipes, and it's still serving dirty sodas and cookies.
Texas residents can apply to undergraduate programs at public colleges and universities without paying application fees during Free College Application Week, October 12–18, 2026. It's a great opportunity for high school students, transfer students and adults considering college to save money before application fees return. If y...
Bruno's Pizza & Pasta in Tyler is celebrating 50 years in business on October 15 and 16, 2026, and the Rumbelow family is inviting the community to join the celebration. The longtime Italian restaurant has been serving homemade pizza and Italian dishes since 1976, giving generations of East Texans a place to gather over a good meal.
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Every East Texas town has its own vibe, local landmarks and little quirks that make it special. Spend enough time traveling around the region, and you'll quickly realize that no two towns are exactly alike. And with new people moving to East Texas all the time, I figured it was time to put together an unofficial starter pack for some of our favorite towns...
Longview Kennel Club is hosting a free Responsible Dog Owners Day on October 24. Here's where to go, when it starts and what dog owners should know before attending.
A local resident is taking the military to federal court over plans to stream an execution online, arguing it would cause lasting psychological harm to viewers.
TxDOT is seeking feedback from local cyclists on the new Lubbock District Bicycle Plan. The proposed updates span multiple counties to improve road safety, and riders can submit input via an online map survey through Nov. 6.
The Yamboree and Texas Rose Festival headline a busy weekend of fall festivals, live events, football, haunted attractions, and farmers' markets across East Texas.
The Dallas Mavericks announced that fifteen television markets across the state of Texas will be broadcasting their games this season. Wichita Falls has made the cut again.
Lubbock just celebrated the movers and shakers keeping our community thriving. Six standout businesses and individuals earned recognition for their impact.