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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tyler graduate gets scholarship at Rose Sunday
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – The countdown to the 92nd Texas Rose Festival has started and one Tyler High School graduate was rewarded a scholarship as a part of Rose Sunday. 'A Tapestry of Tales': Texas Rose Festival reveals this year's theme, introduces 92nd Rose Queen Kaylee Parson was presented with a scholarship as a part of Rose Sunday in a ceremony at the Tyler Rose Garden. Parson intends to major in nursing at Howard University in Washington D.C. in the fall. 'I know a lot about Tyler, I've lived here my whole life and I love Tyler, I love the rose garden,' said Parson. 'Sometimes me and my sisters used to come down here and just walk and talk and I feel like its very deep to me.' Be sure to tune into KETK later this year to see all of the 92nd Texas Rose Festival. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Tyler High students honored for leadership, excellence in JROTC program
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Students with the Tyler High School U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program were recently honored for their leadership and excellence at the annual Year-End award ceremony. 'I was honestly really surprised to win this award,' Junior Jesus Araujo said. 'But I've been putting in a lot of effort these past two years, and it feels good to see it paying off. I'm super thankful for my JROTC family, and I'm excited to make next year even better!' Tyler High School's JROTC program aims to help 'motivate young people to become better citizens.' Multiple competitions are held throughout the year, including a military ball, Organizational Day and archery competitions. Jesus Araujo, junior, courtesy of Tyler ISD Several cadets also earned the Academic Excellence Award alongside Araujo in Leadership Education Training (LET), including cadets Monserrat Almazan, Josue Menera and Trinity Camp. Courtesy of Tyler ISD 'It's one of our greatest pleasures to highlight the hard work the cadets have put in throughout the year,' Army Instructor Sergeant First Class Samuel Tinker said. 'Especially with our Federal inspection this last year, they showed real teamwork and dedication, achieving one of the best scores on the hardest challenges that they are given once every three years. While the awards recognize some of the individual actions, I really hope it helps others see the great potential in each one of them.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to |
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
Easter eggs with marijuana found in Lufkin parks, police search for suspect
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) — The Lufkin Police Department is searching for a man accused of placing Easter eggs filled with marijuana around the city as part of a scavenger hunt. Tyler High School student earns scholarship worth more than $100,000 According to a release from the Lufkin Police Department, a resident tipped officials after they saw several Facebook posts regarding the eggs. The suspect, Avante Nicholson, allegedly posted four photos showing each location as hints to find the eggs. 'He also posted a photo of five plastic eggs in the seat of a vehicle. Officers found four eggs and believed he had not placed the fifth,' Lufkin PD said. 'However, the fifth egg was found by a man and his granddaughter at Winston Park the following day and brought to the police station.' AUTOPSY: No foul play suspected after body recovered in Kurth Lake The Easter eggs were found at three city parks and a local motel. The police department said the marijuana totaled more than a quarter of an ounce of marijuana. Officials also found several posts referencing selling narcotics. In one of the posts, Nicholson said he would give out hints of the locations of the eggs for those who had 'shopped' with him. 'Incidents like this are a reminder of why we take seriously all information called in to our offices,' Lufkin Police Chief David Thomas said. 'On the surface, it seems implausible that someone would give away a drug, but the follow-up proves that sometimes even the most unlikely things do happen. Nicholson is wanted on four warrants, three for delivery of marijuana in a drug-free zone and a state jail felony for delivery of marijuana. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact CrimeStoppers at 639-TIPS, or through the website at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Yahoo
Tyler High School student earns scholarship worth more than $100,000
TYLER, Texas (KETK) – A Tyler High School senior earned a scholarship worth more than $100,000, providing her a full-ride to college. Yoselin Bustamante was named a Terry Foundation Scholar, which is one of the most prestigious scholarships available to Texas students. The scholarship will cover Bustamante's tuition fees, books and on-campus living expenses. Winnsboro police chief announces departure Bustamante expressed her gratitude for being awarded the scholarship and how it reflects the hard work she has put into her high school career. 'To me, this scholarship is more than just financial help—it's a door opening into the future I've been working towards,' Bustamante said. 'Most people don't see the work that happens behind the scenes, but I do. This reminds me that hard work really does pay off. I'm beyond grateful knowing I can focus on my goals without worrying as much about money.' OFFICIALS: Man admits to heroin possession, arrested in Van Zandt County Bustamante will be attending the University of North Texas this fall where she will be pursuing a major in social work. Following her college career, she hopes to become a licensed clinical social worker and work with children in underrepresented or underserved communities. Bustamante explained her passion for social work and why she wants to help children who come from underprivileged communities. 'Advocating for mental health, particularly in communities where it is often considered taboo, is incredibly important to me,' Bustamante said. 'Coming from a Hispanic household, I understand how hard it can be to ask for help. I want to make that process easier—especially for children.' In order to keep receiving finical support through her undergraduate career, Bustamante must remain in good academic standing and live on campus during her first year in a Terry-designed residence hall. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
