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Feed 3,000 homebound East Texans during Meals on Wheels drive

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013, 12:52pm
Feed 3,000 homebound East Texans during Meals on Wheels drive

Donation bins are now placed at East Texas Walgreens stores' checkout counters. 

Your donation will help Meals On Wheels feed over 3,000 homebound East Texans.

For more information, call 593-7385.

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A way to help: 'Love Thy Neighbor' t-shirts to aid tornado victims

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013, 11:36am
A way to help: 'Love Thy Neighbor' t-shirts to aid tornado victims

Classic Stitch at 211 E. Pacific in Gladewater has created a t-shirt design that will benefit the residents of Moore, Oklahoma, who are doing their best to begin picking up the pieces of their lives after the devastating tornado.

The shirts can be bought for a minimum $15 donation. The shirts come in various colors, and the owner will ship to you for added cost if you are not in the Gladewater area.

100% of proceeds from the sale of this t-shirt will go directly to Oklahoma relief efforts.

The number to reach Classic Stitch is 903-844-0969 or visit their website here.

 

 

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Local food-lovers ignore rain, support new library farmers market

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Friday, May 10th, 2013, 9:15am
Local food-lovers ignore rain, support new library farmers market

The Farmers Market at the Tyler Public Library successfully launched on Thursday, May 9.

Even with drizzling rain and cool temperatures, local food lovers came out to see what local farmers, craftsmen, artists and artisans had to offer them in their neighborhood.

Carmen Sosa, a local food activist who played a key role in getting the library market up and running, says, "During the course of my research I discovered Tyler is home to four food deserts (per the definition set up by the USDA - a community with little to no access to nutritious fresh foods )."

Setting out to remedy that solution, she worked with a group of other local food lovers, farmers and neighbors to create The East Texas Community Food Coalition which has grown to over 400 members.

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Cattle Barons kick-off party at Cavender's Thursday

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 2:55pm
Cattle Barons kick-off party at Cavender's Thursday

From Tyler Cattle Baron's Commitee:

Cattle Barons’ Kick-Off Party will be held Thursday, May 2  at Cavender’s.

The American Cancer Society will be celebrating the kick off to the Cattle Baron’s Gala at Cavender’s, May 2nd from 5pm to 9pm.

“This kick-off party is a great way to get your Cattle Barons’ Gala “Rigs to Riches” outfit all while shopping for a cause.” said Trudy Williams, Cattle Barons’ Co-Chair. "Cavender’s has generously opened their doors to help us continue our fight against cancer and we cannot thank them enough,” said Amy Barber, Cattle Barons’ Co-Chair.  Patrons are encouraged to shop during the event, catered by Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

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Weekly farmers market launches at the library

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Friday, April 26th, 2013, 2:26pm
Weekly farmers market launches at the library

From the City of Tyler:

The East Texas Community Food Coalition is bringing local farmers, food, and artists to Downtown Tyler! City Librarian Mary Vernau will ring the opening bell at the Farmers Market at the Library at 7 a.m. on May 9. Located on the brick terrace at the Tyler Public Library, this truly local farmers’ and artists’ market will offer fresh produce, cut flowers and herbs, locally roasted coffee, and works by local artists. It will be open every Thursday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Come to Tyler Public Library’s Farmers Market and stay for a class. A series of six classes and demonstrations by various local experts will start Thursday, May 2. All of the classes are free, but there may be a charge for materials and supplies.  Classes will be held on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. in Taylor Auditorium. 

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Hat making history - Standard Hat Works

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 2:25pm
Hat making history - Standard Hat Works

Cowboys and cowboy hats are synonymous with the legacy of the Lone Star State. So much so, many people who are never around cattle wear cowboy hats. One Texas business has been making these Texas symbols for over 100 years.

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Proposals for a problem-free wedding

Submitted by Stephanie Frazier, KLTV Community Web Producer
Friday, April 19th, 2013, 4:23pm
Proposals for a problem-free wedding

From The Better Business Bureau of Central East Texas:

Planning a wedding is a major emotional and financial investment, and Better Business Bureau advises brides and grooms-to-be to prepare before selecting vendors for that special day. Every year, BBB receives hundreds of complaints about wedding services and suppliers.  Typical complaints concern contract disputes and failure on the part of the vendor to provide products or even show up for the wedding.

 “Organizing a wedding involves orchestrating a symphony of vendors, and bridal expos can be a great one-stop shop to find all of the service providers you would need”, said Mechele Agbayani Mills, President and CEO of BBB Serving Central East Texas.  “There is much to consider, however, so couples should take their time and do their research before signing on the dotted line.”

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