Author: Living Legends
A shocking and tragic discovery has shaken the quiet town of Les Pesquiès, near Villefranche-de-Rouergue in southwest France. On Thursday, February 7, 2025, British nationals Andrew Searle (62) and Dawn Searle (56) were found dead at their home, sparking a homicide investigation that has raised many questions. The couple, originally from the United Kingdom, had relocated to France a decade ago, seeking a quieter life. Their sudden deaths have left the community, their family, and friends in shock and mourning. The couple was discovered by a neighbor around 12:20 p.m. on Thursday. Andrew Searle, a retired financial investigator who had…
The passing of Eugene Sweigart, a beloved member of the Lancaster, Pennsylvania, community, has left an indelible mark on those who knew him. Eugene’s sudden death has sparked an outpouring of grief, as his family, friends, and classmates mourn the loss of a compassionate and caring soul. At the age of 57, Eugene’s passing has struck a deep chord, particularly among those who knew him from his school days and throughout his life. His family, including his brother Gordon Sweigart, is requesting prayers and support as they navigate this heartbreaking loss. Eugene Sweigart: A Life in Lancaster, Pennsylvania Eugene Sweigart…
RIVERDALE, ILLINOIS – Thomas Obrenski, a beloved member of the Riverdale, Illinois community, died on the morning of February 7, 2025. His sudden and unexpected death has left his family, friends, and all who knew him in shock and deep mourning. Thomas was a man of many roles—he was a husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, friend, and a proud Army veteran. His kindness, humor, and warmth touched the hearts of countless people during his lifetime. Born and raised in Riverdale, Illinois, Thomas Obrenski carried the values of hard work, loyalty, and dedication with him throughout his life. He attended Fenger Academy…
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The Texas Education Agency has added the names of two East Texas educators to their growing list of people flagged in a certification fraud investigation. Governor Abbott speaks to parents in Athens, pushing for school choice These teachers, coaches and educators are under investigation to see if they were involved with an alleged Houston-based scheme to falsify TEA certifications for hundreds of people, according to NBCDFW. As of now, there are 163 teachers on the list. The educator certification is an official recognition indicating that an individual has met all the requirements to work as a certified teacher.…
TONIGHT: Mostly cloudy with patchy fog after midnight. Low: 67. Winds: S 10 MPH. TOMORROW: Partly cloudy, very warm, with a stray shower possible late as the cold front moves through. Chance of rain: 20%. High: 84. Winds: SW 15 MPH. SUNDAY: Mostly cloudy, much cooler with a couple of showers around. Chance of rain: 30%. Low: 58. High: 63. Winds: NE 5-10 MPH. MONDAY: Mostly cloudy and cooler with a couple of showers around. Chance of rain: 20%. Low: 46. High: 58. Winds: NE 10 MPH. TUESDAY: Mostly cloudy with widespread showers and thunderstorms as colder air settles in.…
TEXARKANA, Texas (KETK) — Texarkana officials are seeking the public’s help after three people were injured in a drive-by shooting on Friday afternoon. 2 shot near Forney ISD campus, district officials say The Texarkana Police Department said officers were dispatched at around 3 p.m. to the 100 block of Jack Street after receiving multiple 911 calls of shots fired. When officers arrived, they learned that one person was already taken to the hospital. Shortly after, two teenage boys reportedly arrived at the emergency room with non-life threatening injuries, one with a gunshot wound to the leg and another to the…
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — A former receptionist at a Tyler law firm was arrested on Wednesday for stealing more than $30,000 from clients by falsifying receipts and hiding payments, an affidavit stated. Truck driver convicted after dumping woman’s body in East Texas woods Sandra Arroyo Yanez was arrested on theft of property of more than $30,000 but less than $150,000. This comes after a lengthy Smith County Sheriff’s Office investigation that began late last year when deputies were contacted by an associate attorney from Moran Law Firm. The associate attorney said Yanez was hired in April 2024 as a receptionist…
HUNTINGTON, Texas (KETK) — An ambulance “literally” exploded while transporting a patient on Friday afternoon, the Huntington Police Department said. Drive-by shooting in Texarkana under investigation, 2 teens injured An Allegiance ambulance exploded while at a red light in Huntington heading north on Highway 69. The patient was quickly removed from the vehicle, officials said. Courtesy of the Huntington Police Department. A person attempted to defuse the smoke with a fire extinguisher but was unsuccessful, as the engine compartment was already fully involved. Fortunately a Huntington fire truck was on his way back from a fire off FM 326 and…
HARRISON COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – Two people are behind bars after a search warrant was conducted in a Harrison County house on Friday as part of a drug trafficking investigation. The Joint Harrison County Violent Crime and Narcotics Task Force served the warrant at a residence on PR 2471. The warrant was issued for Bobby Treece, 59 of Karnack, for the manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance. During the search officials found additional evidence, leading to a second charge of manufacture and delivery of a controlled substance. Amber Wilson, courtesy of Marshall Police department Bobby Treece, courtesy of Marshall…
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – The Longview Trade Days is returning to its original location at the Longview Exhibit Center this weekend after renovating the building and installing new heating and air conditioners. Ambulance explodes in Huntington while transporting patient, police say Longview Trade Days Coordinator Billy Clay spoke about how excited everyone is to be back in their original location. “Everyone is proud to back supporting East Texas vendors while proving locals with some much needed finds,” said Clay. The event will take place this weekend from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00…