NDTV Sports · Whitehouse, TX
Before Patrick Mahomes throws a pass, he hugs his wife, kisses his kids and fist bumps his son. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Brittany Mahomes have turned that sideline ritual into a love story that began at Whitehouse High School. Before Patrick Mahomes throws a single pass, he walks to the sideline and finds his people. A hug for his wife. A kiss. A fist bump for his son. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback has repeated this routine for years, and cameras at Arrowhead Stadium catch it almost every week. Brittany Mahomes stands there with three kids in red, sometimes holding a baby on one hip. The scene looks effortless now. It traces back to a school cafeteria in Whitehouse, Texas, where a teenager showed up with a rose and a card. Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes: The High School Love Story Behind the Sideline Hugs Valentine's Day at Whitehouse High School changed everything for these two. Brittany still tells the story with a grin.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXA new Christus Health comprehensive medical campus will be coming to West Tyler after the purchase of a former Optimum building on Nov. 10. The health system acquired the 60,000-square-foot facility at 1820 West Loop 323, where it plans to develop a one-stop destination for health care services, featuring care clinics, specialty physician offices, an emergency department and an ambulatory surgery center. “As our communities continue to grow, so does the need for health care that is convenient, accessible and centered on the needs of our patient,” said Dr. Andy Kirkpatrick, chief of urology and institute chair of surgery at Christus Trinity Clinic. “This investment reflects our long-term commitment to expanding access to care and ensuring families have the services they need closer to where they live and work.” Kirkpatrick said the new facility will be a significant investment in the future of healthcare in East Texas, expanding access to reliable, integrated care.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXTYLER — Memorial services will be held at a later date for Maureen Christopherson, 77, of Tyler. Maureen was born April 13, 1949, in Ireland, and passed away November 10, 2026, in Tyler. Stewart Family Funeral Home.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXEducation leaders from across Tyler discussed workforce development, career preparation and the changing demands facing schools and colleges during the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce‘s State of Education luncheon Thursday. The discussion brought together Tyler ISD Superintendent Dr. Marty Crawford, Texas College President Dr. SherRhonda Gibbs, University of Texas at Tyler President Dr. Julie Philley, and Tyler Junior College President and CEO Dr. Juan Mejia. The leaders addressed a range of issues affecting education in East Texas, including partnerships between school districts and colleges, preparing students for local workforce needs, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and the importance of financial literacy and civic engagement. BUILDING A WORKFORCE FOR EAST TEXAS Texas College is pursuing efforts to connect students with career opportunities through its THRIVE initiative.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXThe University of Texas Health East Texas will be opening eight state-of-the-art operating rooms inside the UT Tyler School of Medicine Building on Nov. 16, continuing to expand surgical care in Tyler. The new approximately $350 million collaborative investment on the firth floor contributes to the UT Tyler School of Medicine, which opened in April, for both clinical and academic purposes. Once open, the facility will also help decongest the UT Health Tyler hospital across the street and give greater access to more patient capacity. UT Health East Texas and UT Tyler partnered to bring the clinical vision to life. “It’s really a great representation of our commitment to both advancing clinical practice and investing in caregivers of the future,” said Jimmy Clark, chief operating officer of UT Health Tyler.
Brookhaven Daily Leader · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXCLUB NEWS The home of Mrs. Sam Bounds provided the setting for Matinee Musicale’s opening of its 2026–2027 season on October 21. Guests arrived along a picturesque wooded drive, welcomed by autumn wreaths adorning the white brick entrance columns and pumpkins lining the walkway to the front door. Hostesses Mrs. Sam Bounds, Mrs. Bill Lofton, Mrs. Dennis Neal, and Mrs. Hunter Kergosien greeted members and guests. A beautifully appointed dining table featured white pumpkins, colorful alstroemeria, fern fronds, and English ivy. Guests enjoyed an assortment of savory and sweet refreshments, accompanied by delicious apple cider punch. Following a time of fellowship, Matinee Musicale’s new president, Mrs. Jeff Doremus, welcomed members and special guests and introduced the guest musician for the program. Our guest performer was Mr. Caleb Fisher, a classical guitarist, composer, and aspiring educator dedicated to artistic expression and musical excellence.
FOX 26 Houston · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXExplore the chilling details of a murder investigation involving a husband charged with his wife's death. Delve into their tumultuous relationship and uncover the history of domestic violence that led to this tragic event. SMITH COUNTY, Texas - A paper trail from Smith County shows Jason Watford pleaded guilty to assaulting his wife, Susan, two years before he was charged with killing her aboard the MSC Seascape. Newly obtained court and law enforcement records are shedding light on a documented history of domestic violence between a Texas couple years before a mother was killed aboard a cruise ship sailing out of Galveston. A paper trail of county filings and arrest records reviewed by FOX 26 outlines a timeline of escalation leading up to the fatal voyage aboard the MSC Seascape, while domestic violence experts say those early red flags point to a clear pattern of escalating abuse.
KLTV.com · Tyler, TX
Nearby: Tyler, TXTYLER, Texas (KLTV) - UT Tyler president Julie Philley sent a statement out to students following an assault that occurred on campus during a Turning Point USA event Tuesday. The statement said the individual, who was not a student at the university, assaulted three people during a Turning Point USA student event. UT Tyler police responded immediately and arrested the individual and criminally trespassed them from the university, according to the release. “Everyone has the right to free speech, and violence will not be tolerated at this university,” the release said. Congressman Nathaniel Moran responded to the assault with the following post: Copyright 2026 KLTV. All rights reserved.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Bullard, TX
Nearby: Bullard, TXBULLARD — After a complete renovation and a 1,600-square-foot expansion, the Bullard Community Library has a fresh look, more room for visitors and renewed space for the community to gather. The library marked the completion of the $750,000 project Tuesday morning with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Bullard Chamber of Commerce. Although the building has been open to the public since Sept. 22, the ceremony offered an opportunity to celebrate the transformation. “Everything is new in this building,” said library director Carol Olson. “Except for the books.” The renovation touched nearly every part of the building, including its wiring, lighting, shelving, furniture and paint. The expansion added 1,600 square feet to the back of the library, including a 900-square-foot community room named in honor of longtime board member Martha Dinwiddie, who has been involved with the library for 27 years. “It was very special,” she said of being the namesake of the community room.
Tyler Morning Telegraph · Kilgore, TX
Nearby: Kilgore, TXRUSK COUNTY — A Kilgore Fire Department thermal imaging drone helped locate an elderly woman reported to have Alzheimer’s disease Wednesday, Nov. 4, after she walked away from a residence in northern Rusk County. Emergency responders arrived in the area of County Roads 2126 and 2126A at approximately 2 p.m. The woman had been missing for approximately 1½ to two hours, according to the Elderville-Lakeport Fire Department. Concerns about her mental status and safety prompted crews to immediately begin search and rescue operations. Kilgore firefighters responded to assist the Rusk County Sheriff’s Office and Elderville-Lakeport personnel. Kilgore Fire Marshal Terry Linder deployed the department’s drone to supplement the efforts of deputies and firefighters searching on the ground. After approximately 90 minutes of searching, Linder located the woman at an oil lease site about three-quarters of a mile from the residence.
Kilgore News Herald · Kilgore, TX
Nearby: Kilgore, TXEast Texas Carports, a family-owned manufacturer of custom metal carports, garages, barns and steel buildings, has expanded into a second facility and will open a new scheduling and permitting office at its Kilgore manufacturing plant in early 2027. The company has added a 10,000-square-foot storage building at its existing Kilgore facilities, giving the plant more room for steel, finished components and building materials as demand grows. The new 3,500-square-foot office will sit on the plant grounds at 970 Post Oak Rd. in Kilgore. It will house scheduling and permitting for every building the company installs across its six-state region: Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas and Mississippi. The scheduling and permitting team will move into the new office from the company’s Longview sales office, putting the people who plan each installation next to the plant that builds it.
Henderson Daily News · Henderson, TX
Nearby: Henderson, TXAddi’s Adventures is bringing a little extra Christmas magic to Henderson and Rusk County families this holiday season with the launch of its first Christmas Angel Program, an initiative designed to brighten the holidays for children and young adults with special needs. The organization plans to select 10 children and young adults to receive personalized Christmas gifts through its inaugural Angel Tree initiative. Families interested in participating are encouraged to submit applications by Monday, Nov. 30. Families can apply online using the Google doc link available on the Addi’s Adventures Inc. Facebook page, or by visiting https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3DATl9n5w2GiG8p3w7VdZFAhEdFXSLCtzjzg-q53yTo8c5g/viewform. As part of the application process, families can share information about their loved one’s interests, favorite activities and Christmas wishes, allowing organizers to select gifts that reflect each recipient’s personality.
The Henderson News · Henderson, TX
Nearby: Henderson, TXRunners and walkers can lace up their shoes and tie on a pair of jingle bells Friday, Dec. 18, when the Henderson Kiwanis Club hosts its inaugural Jingle Bell Glow Fun Run in downtown Henderson. The event, presented by Texas Farm Bureau, is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Campfire Coffee Co., 100 E. Main St. Participants can choose a 5K fun run or a one-mile run or walk. The club is inviting families, casual walkers and experienced runners to take part. Organizers will provide glow accessories and small bells to attach to participants’ shoes. Santa hats, festive outfits and wearable Christmas lights are welcome. Proceeds will support Little One’s Literacy, a Henderson Kiwanis program that helps provide free books to local children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Online registration closes at 6 p.m. Dec. 18. Participants can sign up and find entry fees and start times for each distance at https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Henderson/JingleBellGlowFunRun.