Author: Living Legends
The estimated completion date for the work on the Sparta Highway (State Route 1 U.S. 70) bridge has been moved to February 28th. The project’s delays have been attributed to large unexpected rocks in the ground that needed to be removed. The TDOT Smart Way notification reads: State Route 1 both directions in Cumberland County […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Following a fatal crash between an American Eagle jet and a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter in D.C., experts noted that Reagan National — and the country — have a strong safety record. But they also acknowledged flying into Reagan is no easy task. “It’s such a congested area there for one reason, and the runways are short,” said George Cline, a retired air traffic controller. “The runway he was landing on is only 5,200 feet long, and it’s a very short runway… you got so many helicopters there, if you’ve ever flown and you look…
INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Union County-based figure skating club issued a statement about the deadly midair collision where a group of figure skaters were among the nearly 70 people killed. The American Eagle jet arriving at Reagan National Airport departed from Wichita, Kansas, home to the 2025 U.S. Figure Skating Championships and the High Development Camp that followed. not only did the Carolinas Figure Skating Club attend those events, but also the 14 skaters and family members killed in the crash. The club is part of the Elite Training Team NC (ETT). “Our ETT/CFSC Skaters who…
INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Union County-based figure skating club issued a statement about the deadly midair collision where a group of figure skaters were among the nearly 70 people killed. The American Eagle jet arriving at Reagan National Airport departed from Wichita, Kansas, home to the 2025 U.S. Figure Skating Championships and the High Development Camp that followed. not only did the Carolinas Figure Skating Club attend those events, but also the 14 skaters and family members killed in the crash. The club is part of the Elite Training Team NC (ETT). “Our ETT/CFSC Skaters who…
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The City of Lufkin is running a critical Warrant Forgiveness Program that will let residents avoid arrest for municipal court warrants. Longview offers amnesty program to residents with outstanding warrants The program will run from Feb. 1 until April 30 and it will allow anyone with a city warrant to avoid arrest and part of the fees that would typically have to be paid in full for warrants. “If you have an active warrant through the court, now is your chance to take control of the situation and avoid further consequences. Don’t wait. If you take…
SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) – On Thursday afternoon, East Texas citizens gathered together for a prayer day in order to raise awareness about human trafficking and offer hope to survivors as the community united in prayer. Lufkin ISD announces new head football coach, athletic director The event was created after 4Kids4Famalies and Unbound Now partnered up along with support from local authorities and community leaders. The gathering occurred at 12:00 p.m. at the Smith County Courthouse Annex. A representative of the Tyler District Attorney’s Office gave remarks at the event which emphasized the importance of community action as well as…
TONIGHT: Decreasing clouds. Low: 46. Winds: SW 5-10 MPH. TOMORROW: Mostly sunny and mild. High: 65. Winds: NW 15 MPH. SATURDAY: Mostly sunny and mild. Low: 41. High: 69. Winds: S 5-10 MPH. SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and warm. Low: 48. High: 74. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. MONDAY: Mostly sunny and warm. Low: 56. High: 76. Winds: S 10 MPH. TUESDAY: Partly cloudy skies and warm. Low: 59. High: 75. Winds: S 10 MPH. WEDNESDAY: Partly cloudy and warm. Low: 60. High: 78. Winds: S 10-15 MPH. THURSDAY: Partly cloudy and warm. Low: 62. High: 76. Winds: S 10-15 MPH.
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – Nacogdoches ISD superintendent Dr. Gabriel Trujillo, Ed.D, has sent a letter to their families and staff to address concern about recent federal immigration directives. ‘Safe, supportive environment for all’: Longview ISD addresses raising concerns of immigration enforcement “I want to address the recent federal directives from President Trump regarding immigration enforcement on school properties that are causing concern for some of our students and their families,” said Trujillo. In his letter, Trujillo reassures the parents that their child’s safety and success is their number one priority. “First, I want you to know that the safety, well-being,…
WOOD COUTY, Texas (KETK) — Two men from Mineola are dead after their vehicle crashed into a tree on Monday afternoon. According to Texas DPS Sergeant Adam Albritton, two men were traveling on County Road 2270 near Lake Holbrook at around 3 p.m. when the vehicle lost control and ran off the pavement, striking a tree. The driver, 22-year-old Nicholas Wilkins and 19-year-old passenger Brekeilyn Martin were pronounced dead at the scene, Albritton said. 1 dead after 2-vehicle crash on FM 2015 in Smith County The cause of the crash is currently unknown and remains under investigation.
LONGVIEW, Texas (KETK) – One Longview woman is helping others find their voice by creating a safe space for people to share their stories and become published authors. East Texas Women: Two women create a place everyone can feel at home for the holidays The power of your voice is unmatched and Trinity Jackson, a counselor in Longview, is showing that power through the written word. “Our voice holds, it holds a lot of pain, it holds hope, it holds joy,” Jackson said. Something Longview she had to discover for herself. Jackson said in her past she came off as intimidating…