East Texas News For Tuesday, June 10 2025

Jun 10, 05:22 PM

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🎙️ EAST TEXAS NEWS ROUNDUP

 It's Tuesday, June 10, 2025, and you're tuned in to the East Texas News Roundup, bringing you the latest happenings from Grand Saline, Mineola, Canton, Longview, Tyler and surrounding communities.

Let's dive into today's top stories:

Crime & Public Safety

Tyler Father‑Son Shooting Plea
* A Tyler man pleaded guilty to fatally shooting his father after an argument over a dog. The defendant has left sentencing to a jury; the incident reportedly occurred recently mix931fm.com kltv.com .
* Tyler Sex‑Trafficking Sentencing Another resident in Tyler was sentenced Monday to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to sex trafficking a minor kltv.com .

Drunk‑Driving Sentence in Kennard
* A woman from Kennard was recently sentenced to probation for a fatal drunk-driving crash that occurred in January 2024 kltv.com .

Timpson Storm Debris Cleanup
* In Timpson, residents and volunteers are cleaning up after Sunday’s storms that toppled trees and damaged the First Baptist Church—especially the steeple

Community & Culture

Wood Carving & Burning Show

Mineola
* The Mineola League of the Arts hosted a wood carving and burning display. Organizers say the event showcased local talent and drew strong community support
Gladewater Rodeo Adapts to Muddy Weather
* Despite muddy conditions from weekend showers, the 88th Annual Gladewater Round‑up Rodeo pressed on, thrilling rodeo fans throughout the county .
First Baptist of Timpson Damaged in Storms
* Severe storms on Sunday night damaged the exterior—especially the steeple—of Timpson’s First Baptist Church. Volunteer crews are mobilizing for cleanup
Balloon Flight Practice in Longview
* Longview Balloonists gathered June 6 in Longview preparing for the Great Texas Balloon Race. High winds delayed most flights but enthusiasm remains high.

Education & Economy

Tyler Veterinarian Highlights
* PTSD A local veterinarian in Tyler is raising awareness about PTSD among veterinary professionals and first responders. He shared personal struggles and advocated for better access to mental-health resources .

School District Updates
* Mineola Music in May wrapped up May 29 with record turnout downtown. Also in Mineola, City Council members were sworn in last month—Mayor Jayne Lankford and Mitchell Tuck among returning officials

County Roads & Flood Recovery

* Smith and Van Zandt County crews have reopened several flood-damaged low-water crossings near Whitehouse and southern Smith County. Drivers still urged to exercise caution .
* School Bond & Budget News With Texas Legislature passing House Bill 2 and rejecting HB 4, local districts in Tyler, Mineola, and Longview are reviewing impacts on budgets, teacher pay, and discipline policies .

That wraps today’s East Texas news. Stay tuned to Revelation Radio—Grand Saline’s home for community-first coverage.