Inspired by senseless violence in Newtown, Connecticut and in an effort to restore the storm ravaged East Coast after Hurricane Sandy, the Sandy Ground Project endeavors to create 26 living memorials to all children who have been victims of violence whilel creating safe, fun places for children to be children. Click the link for more information.More >>
Friday, May 24 2013 6:35 PM EDT2013-05-24 22:35:08 GMT
Many conservatives with the Boy Scouts of America are threatening to leave the group following Thursday's vote to lift its longtime national ban on admitting openly gay scouts.More >>
Many conservatives with the Boy Scouts of America are threatening to leave the group following Thursday's vote to lift its longtime national ban on admitting openly gay scouts.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:55 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:55:10 GMT
A Jacksonville resident and a group of volunteers worked through the night Monday and all day Tuesday to organize a local donation site so East Texans would have a place to show their support and helpMore >>
A Jacksonville resident and a group of volunteers worked through the night Monday and all day Tuesday to organize a local donation site so East Texans would have a place to show their support and help those affected in Moore, Oklahoma.
The Texas Department of State Health Services has issued an advisory warning people not to consume or to limit consumption of certain fish caught in all waters off the Texas coast due to unsafe levels of mercury.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-05-03 15:55:33 GMT
(KLTV) - At first glance, Collin Gray is your typical 20-year-old East Texan. But that's where you would be wrong. A 2011 graduate of Chapel Hill High School, Gray has been away from East Texas sinceMore >>
At first glance, Collin Gray is your typical 20-year-old East Texan. But that's where you would be wrong. A 2011 graduate of Chapel Hill High School, Gray has been away from East Texas since November 2012, serving his country as an infantryman in the United States Army.More >>
Wednesday, May 1 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-01 21:11:56 GMT
The ovens are hot and the rolling pins are read for a massive teacake baking operation. "Teacakes for Ministry" is baking and selling hundreds of dozens of teacakes to benefit those affected by the West,More >>
The ovens are hot and the rolling pins are read for a massive teacake baking operation. "Teacakes for Ministry" is baking and selling hundreds of dozens of teacakes to benefit those affected by the West, Texas explosions. More >>
Manda Packing Company, a Baker, La., establishment, is expanding its recall to include approximately 468,000 pounds of roast beef, ham, turkey breast, tasso pork, ham shanks, hog head cheese, corned beef, and pastrami.More >>
Welcome to the KLTV Egg Hunt! Every evening from Monday, March 25 through Friday, March 29 on KLTV News at 6 and on this page, we will give a clue for the location of a bouncing egg hidden on KLTV.com.More >>
Welcome to the KTRE Egg Hunt! Every evening from Monday, March 25 through Friday, March 29 on KTRE News at 6 and on this page, we will give a clue for the location of a bouncing egg hidden on KTRE.com.More >>
Thursday, March 21 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-03-21 20:56:32 GMT
The US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has issued a bulletin seeking possible victims in at least 140 traffic stops in the Tenaha area between 2006 and 2008.The court is holding a publicMore >>
The US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has issued a bulletin seeking possible victims in at least 140 traffic stops in the Tenaha area between 2006 and 2008.More >>
Wednesday, March 20 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-03-20 21:47:30 GMT
The county health rankings are in and many East Texas counties have dropped in the rankings. The rankings measure a variety of statistics -- like obesity, smoking and high school graduation rates. TheMore >>
The county health rankings are in and many East Texas counties have dropped in the rankings.More >>
Tuesday, March 19 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-03-19 22:20:26 GMT
LAST YEAR'S WEST NILE VIRUS BOOM WAS ONE OF THE WORST MOSQUITO SPELLS WE HAVE SEEN IN AWHILE, AND EXPERTS SAY THE PERIOD OF THE MOSQUITO IS FAR FROM OVER.More >>
Last year's West Nile virus boom was one of the worst mosquito spells we have seen in awhile, and experts say the period of the mosquito is far from over.More >>
Tuesday, March 5 2013 4:08 PM EST2013-03-05 21:08:29 GMT
This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Texas and KLTV 7's Grant Dade took some time to explain how severe weather works and what to do to keep yourself safe.Copyright 2013 KLTV. All rightsMore >>
This week is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Texas and KLTV 7's Grant Dade took some time to explain how severe weather works and what to do to keep yourself safe.More >>
Monday, February 18 2013 6:29 PM EST2013-02-18 23:29:42 GMT
Nacogdoches and Lufkin Police Departments have more than 30,000 active warrants combined and officers will be out rounding up everyone they can find during the annual Great Texas Warrant Round Up throughMore >>
Nacogdoches and Lufkin Police Departments have more than 30,000 active warrants combined and officers will be out rounding up everyone they can find during the annual Great Texas Warrant Round Up throughMore >>
Monday, January 28 2013 6:04 PM EST2013-01-28 23:04:32 GMT
The call center, E-Tech, is offering positions in Nacogdoches following a partnership with a major insurance provider. There's one catch. Employees must be licensed life and health insurance agents. EastMore >>
The call center, E-Tech, is offering positions in Nacogdoches following a partnership with a major insurance provider. There's one catch. Employees must be licensed life and health insurance agents.
Thursday, January 17 2013 6:48 PM EST2013-01-17 23:48:45 GMT
One part of proposal from the president that many firing off is the ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Hunters are speaking up about how these guns are part of the sport. Polly Bowers-ManessMore >>
One part of proposal from the president that many firing off is the ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.More >>
Wednesday, January 16 2013 2:53 PM EST2013-01-16 19:53:04 GMT
Just in case you don't remember what you learned in your U.S. history class, the First Congress of the United States ratified Articles 3-12 of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 25, 1789. Those articles, whichMore >>
Just in case you don't remember what you learned in your U.S. history class, the First Congress of the United States ratified Articles 3-12 of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 25, 1789. Those articles, which constitute the first 10 amendments, became known as the Bill of Rights.More >>
Monday, January 14 2013 5:20 PM EST2013-01-14 22:20:29 GMT
Lufkin Police are seeking the public's help in identifying four men who tried to burn down a laundromat early Saturday.Surveillance video shows four men inside R&R Washateria, located at 1318 Paul Ave.,More >>
Lufkin Police are seeking the public's help in identifying four men who tried to burn down a laundromat early Saturday.More >>
Wednesday, January 2 2013 6:19 PM EST2013-01-02 23:19:17 GMT
Planned Parenthood has filed an injunction to a state district court, which will be reviewed on January 11. The injunction requests the court to review a new law stating that women enrolled in the TexasMore >>
Planned Parenthood has filed an injunction to a state district court, which will be reviewed on January 11. The injunction requests the court to review a new law stating that women enrolled in the Texas Women's Health Program can no longer receive services through Planned Parenthood.More >>
Wednesday, November 21 2012 1:00 PM EST2012-11-21 18:00:23 GMT
This is a great option for people who can't have or don't want sugar! Healthy sweet potato casserole: - Preheat oven to 375 degrees. - Cut 3 large sweet potatoes or yams into 1 inch cubes. - PlaceMore >>
Delicious recipes for a great holiday feast with your friends and family!More >>
Map of Texas counties with West Nile Virus. Dallas is joining a list of North Texas cities that will use aerial spraying to combat the nation's worst outbreak of West Nile so far this year. Mayor MikeMore >>
Texas counties with West Nile Virus (updated daily).More >>
The stage is set as the Miami Heat prepare to take on the Oklahoma Thunder in the NBA Finals. The Heat have been here before, this time they face a hot Oklahoma team that four years ago was among theMore >>
The stage is set as the Miami Heat prepare to take on the Oklahoma Thunder and you can catch all of the games on KTRE-TV.More >>
Friday, June 8 2012 10:21 AM EDT2012-06-08 14:21:05 GMT
NACOGDOCHES, TEXAS (KTRE) – They may be blue in color, but the little berries are bringing in a lot of green to Nacogdoches County this week for the 23 Annual Texas Blueberry Festival. The blueberry isMore >>
Texas Blueberry Festival organizers say get ready for a fun filled family Saturday.More >>
Thursday, June 7 2012 7:20 PM EDT2012-06-07 23:20:01 GMT
The Stephen F. Austin State University Sustainable Community Education Garden is a project that allows the entire community to reap the benefits. "The purpose of the garden in general is to provide research ,More >>
The Stephen F. Austin State University Sustainable Community Education Garden is a project that allows the entire community to reap the benefits.More >>
CHEROKEE CO., TX (News Release) - On May 10, 2012 Cherokee County investigators responded to the Shooks Bluff Hunting Club on FM-1247. Upon arrival the Deputy was met by several members of the huntingMore >>
Crime Stoppers need your help in solving these cases.More >>
LUFKIN, TX (News Release) - After 30 years of dedicated service to Memorial Medical Center-Lufkin, Executive Administrative Assistant Peggy Mayes announced her retirement. During her lengthy tenure,More >>
Peggy Mayes is moving to be near her daughter and grandson.More >>
It is Election Day, which means it is time for you to decide which candidate you want to represent you in various local, state and federal offices. Almost every county in the KTRE viewing area has a bigMore >>
Today is Election Day. Officials remind you to take your voter registration card, driver's license, or some form of valid identification in order to vote.More >>
LUFKIN, TX (KTRE) - The time has come to honor three outstanding citizens who have made significant sports contributions to East Texas. This is the third year for Lufkin Pro Day and organizers hopeMore >>
Join in the celebration of the careers and lives of Rex Hadnot, Buddy Lowery, and John Outlaw.More >>
Friday, May 18 2012 1:47 PM EDT2012-05-18 17:47:58 GMT
The Social Security Administration today announced the most popular baby names in Texas for 2011. Jacob and Sophia topped the list. The top five boys and girls names for 2011 in Texas were:More >>
In addition to each state's top 100 baby names, Social Security's website has a list of the 1,000 most popular boys' and girls' names for 2011.More >>
Nacogdoches, TX (KTRE) – The Nacogdoches County Chamber's Third Friday Luncheon will be held May 18 at Hotel Fredonia Convention Center. This month's luncheon will include a presentation by Marcela Coe,More >>
Your chance to learn how your business could be impacted by the fastest growing population in East Texas.More >>
Here is a complete list of brands included in the recall.More >>
Diamond Pet Foods today announced that it is expanding a voluntary recall to include batches of nine brands of dry pet food formulas manufactured between December 9, 2011 and April 7, 2012 due to potential Salmonella contamination. Here is a complete list of brands included in the recall. More >>
LUFKIN, TX (News Release) - Memorial Health System of East Texas welcomes Peggy (Margaret) Mortensen R.N. FACHE as the new Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing for Memorial Medical Center—Lufkin.More >>
Peggy Mortensen joins Memorial after a national search to find a nurse healthcare executive with a broad range of experience.More >>
Monday, April 30 2012 3:36 PM EDT2012-04-30 19:36:29 GMT
A Houston couple writes a bucket list for their dying daughter and the blog goes viral.Baby Avery, just a few months old, suffers from spinal muscular atrophy, a rare genetic disorder. Doctors give herMore >>
A Houston couple writes bucket list for their dying daughter and the blog goes viral.More >>
NACOGDOCHES CO., TX (KTRE) – Etoile Water Supply PWS ID 1740011 has issued a boil water notice for its customers who live along County Roads 482 and 483. That area includes Lazy Acres, Jeanes, Perry'sMore >>
That area includes Lazy Acres, Jeanes, Perry's Point, and Fuller's Subdivision.More >>
CENTER, TX (News Release) - The Board of the Deep East Texas Council of Governments accepted the recommendation of its Criminal Justice Advisory Committee Wednesday at their monthly meeting in Center.More >>
Annual membership meeting set for May 24 in Lufkin.More >>
(News Release) - The 2011-2012 Drug-Free All Stars, a group of high school seniors in Angelina County who have pledged to be drug, alcohol and tobacco free, were honored for their hard work this year atMore >>
Applications for the 2012-2013 school year are now available.More >>
The fourteenth annual Nacogdoches Azalea Trail will usher in springtime in the first Azalea City with a mixed bouquet of new events and mainstay favorites.More >>
One would think that task would be easy in this day and age of the Internet, smart phones, and other devices that can put you in touch with someone across the world instantly.More >>
The expansion is meant to help strengthen the alignment between the hospitals and physicians as health care reform measures continue to affect the local medical community.More >>
Thursday, December 29 2011 6:00 PM EST2011-12-29 23:00:30 GMT
East Texas Community Health Center 1309 S. University Nacogdoches, TX 75961 (936) 560-5413Dallas County HHS Immunization Clinic 2377 N. Stemmons FWY, Rm 159 Dallas, TX 75207 (214) 819-2163 Angelina CountyMore >>
Thursday, December 22 2011 8:07 PM EST2011-12-23 01:07:14 GMT
The Lufkin president of the American Postal Workers Union speaks out after the agency has announces plans to consider moving their Lufkin incoming processing operations to Beaumont.More >>
ETOILE, TX (KTRE) - The boil water notice for customers of Etoile Water Supply PWS ID 1740011 to customers along County Road 47, which includes Drivers Subdivision, has been canceled. The boil water cancellationMore >>
What do you think? Do you think the store pharmacist should have lost his job for using a gun he had brought to work as defense against robbers?More >>
In honor of the anniversary of the September 11th attacks, KTRE is joining a national campaign and asking you to Stop and Remember. At noon on 9.11.11 cease all regular activity for one minute and asMore >>
Monday, July 18 2011 7:49 PM EDT2011-07-18 23:49:10 GMT
Aaron Harlan and his roommate, Michael Tubbs, have worked on several school projects together for SFA. However, their newest venture could land them $10,000 and a year of free rent.More >>
Thursday, July 14 2011 9:58 AM EDT2011-07-14 13:58:32 GMT
If a child is obese and qualifies for weight loss surgery, some health experts believe they should be put in temporary foster care. What do you think? Take our KTRE.com web poll.More >>
Friday, July 1 2011 5:39 PM EDT2011-07-01 21:39:35 GMT
Most East Texans will have to do without a backyard, amateur fireworks display. The following is a list of burn and fireworks bans across the area. We've also provided a list of public fireworks displays and community events.More >>
One year has passed since the April 20, 2010 explosion on the Deepwater Horizon rig in the Gulf of Mexico caused the largest oil spill in U.S. history.More >>
From Abbott to Zephyr, every school district in Texas receives a Financial Allocation Study for Texas (FAST) rating ranging from one to five stars. See how well your school district fares in its relative academic progress and spendingMore >>
