The effort to get water back involved repairing and replacing several lines.

As a child of the foster system for most of his life, the eighth-grader is ready for a new adventure: finding a forever family."I just want a family who loves me,” said Armani between climbs. “I really don’t want much more.”

Music, rides, games, and entertainment will be free to the public.

Jeff Boyd said the biggest hold up in restoring power for everyone is the fact that the city and county is still dealing with widespread debris.

Gardening professionals say this time of year, you'll be hard-pressed finding a plant that's not in season.

A restaurant manager proved just how valuable a hot meal can be after welcoming first responders and storm victims to grab a free bite to eat.

“It’s fun to look at, and I think other people have enjoyed it while it’s going on,” Daniels said.

The site took a direct hit from one of two tornadoes -- an EF-2 and EF-3 -- which tore through the city of Alto on April 13.

Since 1994, “Blue Sunday” has been an opportunity for people of all faiths to pray for abused children and those who intervene to rescue them.Getting involved is as simple as asking your church leaders to pray for this cause during Sunday service on April 28th.

Forest officials estimate the tornadoes damaged some 4,700 to 6,000 acres of forest land.

mounds of broken tree branches, wood, shingles, paneling, and other debris line the roadways as storm victims begin the arduous process of picking up the pieces and moving on with their lives.

“Just simply meeting your food needs, your day-to-day needs... those things so people can continue to function," Sanders said.

Daylon, 13, loves playing basketball and making friends in the foster care system. While this spirited teen knows the value of friendship, he also knows how important it is to have a family support system.

The first step towards transforming Lake Naconiche into a more family-friendly area was approved by on Wednesday.

The It’s Bigger than Us Foundation helped to provide young men and women everything they need for a night to remember.

“It’s always good to pay it forward, first thing,” said mayor Hughes. “People help you, you help other people.”

Texas Baptist Men set up a kitchen in the school parking lot with all of the necessities cafeteria staff need to serve students hot meals.

County officials said dock regulations, should they be approved, could serve as a stepping stone for bigger advancements around Lake Naconiche

Registration is now open for special needs participants interested in showing livestock during the county fair.

Nacogdoches Gardens is an initiative that promotes outdoor education, specifically gardening, at all of the schools within Nacogdoches, private and public.

East Texans are taking the day to show off their beloved pets and we can’t get enough of it!

No matter where you are this weekend, an East Texas organization helping abused foster children is hosting an event you can take part in.This Saturday, Artfix Cultured Studios in Downtown Tyler is teaming up with Hope Haven of Smith County for “Stronger Together: Women Artists.”“Every dime that is

Central Height ISD’s superintendent said the county is examining its overall safety plan.

SFA continues its research on the Golden Kiwi thru a Texas Dept of Agriculture grant and the participation of 7 kiwi farmers across East Texas and the gulf coast.

The #BacktheBlueBonnet challenge has public servants and emergency responders pausing to smell the flowers

As it turns out, organizers have another reason to celebrate: the welcoming of a new board of directors.

When a child is removed from a home by CPS, one of the first things they need is a bed to sleep in. Organizations like “Beds of Hope” work fill that need. According to the “Beds of Hope” Facebook page, their next event is happening Saturday, April 6th in Longview.

The team competed at the state level on March 28 and 29, where student teams placed as high as first place in state events.

A new name and a new initiative is in place for an East Texas organization that has been helping children across East Texas for years. “We've been waiting a long time to be able to share this with people,” said East Texas Orphan Care Network’s Justin Hayes.

Opening night was especially special for baseball fans in Nacogdoches after the city unveiled new lighting for the Nacogdoches baseball complex on Old Tyler Road.

The Oldest Town in Texas has just been named among the newest recipients of the Great Places in Texas award.

Livingston native and “American Idol” contestant Laci Kaye Booth is competing on one of the country’s biggest national stages - ABC’s “American Idol.”Friday, Booth visited with the East Texas Now desk about the competition and her music.

It was standing room only at Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony in Nacogdoches.

The stage is set for a night full of song and dance as the AC Singers of Angelina College prepare for its variety show Saturday night.

A father and daughter in Nacogdoches said escaping a fire which destroyed their home was a team effort which likely saved both of their lives.

“This is not a Dallas problem, this is not a Houston problem, this is a problem everywhere,” said East Texas CASA Executive Director Shelly Smith. “Whether you talk about it or don't talk about it, it exists.”

After seeing a need to address the challenges that many young people face in today’s society, Coach Ivorie Ford decided to pour the real truth about what God words says to help.

NICU specialists said the blankets help the newborns sense the scent of their parents and bond with them from a distance.

Henderson police are searching for the owner of a goat and dog seen roaming around town.

Spring cleaning is officially upon us. And second-hand donation stores across East Texas become a popular dumping ground this time of year.

Musical duo Black Violin encourages students to overcome stereotypes and see the world differently.

The plan will serve as a guiding document for emergency management officials, city officials, and the general public with the goal of preventing or reducing future impacts from natural hazards.

The Nacogdoches Pro Rodeo has always been on the radar of East Texans. In 2015, it's popularity expanded when the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association named it one of the top five best rodeos in the nation. This year, Scott can be seen on the RFD TV show, Special Cowboy Moments, broadcast to audi

With Crime Stoppers, the entire process, from tip to reward, is handled without identifying the tipster.

The prom event came together as an idea by parents and teachers who believed there was a need to build and foster relationships between parents and students.

Another East Texan is headed to Hollywood.Malakoff’s Trey Jackson received a golden ticket and will move on to the next round of competition on ABC’s “American Idol.”

Musical duo Black Violin is set to present a community concert in Lufkin.

Through collaborative partnerships like this, the U.S. Census Bureau and community leaders can reach the shared goal of counting everyone in 2020.

A new study published in February 2019 claims to have broken down life expectancy in the state of Texas by gender and ethnicity down to the ZIP code and county levels.

Every year, survivors of the New London school explosion and their descendants mark the solemn occasion. Today, we’re remembering those whose lives were lost in the blast.

Angelina Arts Alliance is excited to welcome back a musical act that presents an interesting mix of genres, led primarily by two classically-trained musicians.

A Texas lawmaker believes there’s a superior option when it comes to breakfast choices, and there’s a good chance you do too.

Insightful topics presented by smart, confident women described the International Women’s Day event that was held on the SFA campus Wednesday.

Road crews are focusing on potholes caused by excessive rainfall in recent months.

As part of the Longview Public Library’s Summer Reading Club series, the library will play host to Brett Roberts and The Incredible Bubble Show. The free show begins at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center Complex.

The family of the man who founded a historic halfway inn in Chireno spent an afternoon visiting the home that can be considered part of their roots.Constructed only a few years after Texas gained its independence from Mexico, the Old Halfway Inn, today more commonly known as the Halfway Inn or Flou

An East Texas singer is Hollywood-bound after reaching the next level on “American Idol.”

Aside from the education, Simmons said Prom Project offers East Texas teenagers the opportunity to shop for dress, shoes, and accessories for their big night without the worry that price tags can bring.