Stewart Smith
Geek’d Con 2016 Roundup [VIDEO]
Geek'd Con 2016 has come and gone, sadly, but that doesn't mean you can't get a glimpse into what you missed, or look back fondly at the fun that was had.
Below, we've got a full gallery of photos from the weekend as well as videos of a few of the Q&A sessions that took place on Saturday and Sunday. Th...
WHEN EAST TEXAS WENT NATIONAL
Usually we just keep to ourselves here in Tyler and East Texas, but every now and then something so big happens that the national news media can’t help but pay attention to us. Here’s a look at a few of the times East Texas made national headlines...
WEATHER SPURS CHANGES TO T-BONE WALKER BLUES FEST
The threat of ongoing rain has spurred organizers of this weekend's T-Bone Walker Blues Festival in Longview to make changes to the outdoor stage portion of the show.
Thankfully, a "rainy day" back-up plan was concocted for just such an occasion and now the outdoor portion of Friday and Saturday's festivities will be moved from the open field near the Maude Cobb Convention Center to unde
Geek’d Con Brings TV Stars, Cosplay And More To Tyler
Tyler is getting its very own Comic Con with the arrival of Geek'd Con at the Harvey Convention Center June 4 and 5.
Typically one has to drive to Dallas or Houston or even Shreveport to take part in convention antics, but with Geek'd Con, it's as easy as driving to the north side of town for two days of cosplay contests, tabletop RPG gaming, as well as the opportunity to meet stars of some your f
Get ready for the T-Bone Walker Blues Festival
The T-Bone Walker Blues Festival is nearly upon us.
Some of the best blues musicians in the country will descend upon Longview in June for two days of music, revelry and remembrance of an icon of the blues world. The T-Bone Walker Blues Festival has been a mainstay of the area for more than a decade now, and it only grows each year...
Classic Rock 96.1 Wants To Pay Your Bills!
This May, Classic Rock 96.1 has $1000 in cash waiting for you to win it! Bones. Bank. Scratch. Cheddar. Clams. Gs. Lettuce. No matter the nickname you give your money, you’ll have a chance twice each weekday throughout the month of May to win $1000 in cash...
Pay My Bills Contest Times
Classic Rock 96.1 wants to help pay your bills this month and put $1,000 in cash in your hands! Below is a list of the hours that the cue to call will air between on 96.1 FM. Be listening for the cue to call to be the 25th nationwide caller to 1-877-854-9467 to win $1000 in cash on Classic Rock 96...
Purple Rain Coming To Tyler Movie Theaters
To celebrate the life and work of Prince, multiple movie houses in Tyler will offer the opportunity to watch the man's Grammy-winning, semi-autobiographical film Purple Rain.
Liberty Hall in downtown Tyler will screen the film Thursday at 7 p...
Prince’s Live Performances Remembered
There was no one like Prince.
No matter your opinion of his music, his persona, his art, there is absolutely no denying that there has never been and likely never will be another musician and artist like Prince Rogers Nelson. What it can sometimes be difficult to remember, though, (especially if you're not terribly familiar with his work) is that beyond the gaudy and flamboyant outfits, beyond his
Free Unemployment Seminar Offered
Have you been affected by the recent downturn in the economy and are wondering what your options are now that you find yourself unemployed? A free seminar tomorrow (Thursday) could help provide some clarity.
Sponsored by Telco Plus Credit Union, "Now What...
Candlebox Live In Studio
Did you miss the chance to hang out with Candlebox as they performed an acoustic set in our studio? Don't worry, we caught the whole thing on camera! We've embedded one of their songs below, but be sure to check out our YouTube channel for the rest...
ETX Counties Under Tornado Warning
UPDATE 3:
An additional tornado warning has been issued for Van Zandt and Rains counties until 7:30 p.m.