Thursday, May 23 2013 11:23 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:23:03 GMT
(CNN) - The man who helped rescue three kidnapped women in Ohio will enjoy free burgers for the rest of his life! More than a dozen restaurants in the Cleveland area have pledged to give Charles RamseyMore >>
The man who helped rescue three kidnapped women in Ohio will enjoy free burgers for the rest of his life! More than a dozen restaurants in the Cleveland area have pledged to give Charles Ramsey a free burger whenever he stops in.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:53:38 GMT
(WTHR/CNN) - When it warms up outside, it's not unusual to see children set up lemonade stands around town. But in Indianapolis, confusion over health permits shut down a little girl's lemonade stand. ThousandsMore >>
When it warms up outside, it's not unusual to see children set up lemonade stands around town. But in Indianapolis, confusion over health permits shut down a little girl's lemonade stand.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:43:11 GMT
(CBS/CNN) - If you're a gamer, today is a big day. Microsoft will unveil its next-generation XBOX console today. The big announcement takes place at its headquarters in Redmond, Washington. There's plentyMore >>
A new report shows more people-- who are struggling to pay their bills-- have moved to the suburbs. According to the Brookings Institution, poverty soared 67% in the nation's suburbs from 2000 to 2011.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:07:15 GMT
(CNN/WTHR) - They say it pays to be nice, but for one friendly waitress in Indiana, the pay-off was one whopper of a tip. When it comes to restaurant tipping, etiquette authority Emily Post says theMore >>
They say it pays to be nice, but for one friendly waitress in Indiana, the pay-off was one whopper of a tip. Cece Bruce couldn't believe she got a $446 tip.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:44 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:44:44 GMT
(CNN/KVAL) - Eight-tracks and tapes have come and gone, but many music lovers hold a special place for vinyl. It seems records are continuing to thrive despite the digital era. When was the last timeMore >>
Eight-tracks and tapes have come and gone, but many music lovers hold a special place for vinyl. It seems records are continuing to thrive despite the digital era.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:26 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:26:40 GMT
(CNN/CBS) - Comedian Robin Williams has a new weekly gig. He is returning to television. CBS has announced he'll star in the new comedy "The Crazy Ones," from Executive Producer David E. Kelley. WilliamsMore >>
Comedian Robin Williams has a new weekly gig. He is returning to television. CBS has announced he'll star in the new comedy "The Crazy Ones," from Executive Producer David E. Kelley. More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:20 AM EDT2013-05-15 14:20:48 GMT
(KHOU/CBS) - A 29-year-old Houston mother, who allegedly suffers from depression and anxiety, is accused of placing an ad on Craigslist to give up her 3-year-old son for adoption. Stephanie Christine RedusMore >>
A 29-year-old Houston mother, who allegedly suffers from depression and anxiety, is accused of placing an ad on Craigslist to give up her 3-year-old son for adoption. Stephanie Christine Redus is now charged with advertising for placement of a child.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:46 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:46:44 GMT
(CBS/CNN) - Where you live could determine how much you pay for health care under the new federal health care law. To keep premiums low, some states are allowing insurance companies to charge patientsMore >>
A plane that once carried U.S. presidents could be yours, if the price is right. Also in Consumer Corner, where you live could determine how much you're paying for health care.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:12:35 GMT
People going to the winter Olympic games in Sochi, will need to be prepared for some serious pat-downs. Security at big sporting events has increased.More >>
People going to the winter Olympic games in Sochi, will need to be prepared for some serious pat-downs. Security at big sporting events has increased.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:24 AM EDT2013-05-09 14:24:46 GMT
(CNN) - Fans are remembering a soap opera star, who spent 3 decades playing Katherine Chancellor. Jeanne Cooper died in Los Angeles. The 84-year-old actress was best known for her role as the matriarchMore >>
Fans are remembering a soap opera star, who spent 3 decades playing Katherine Chancellor. Jeanne Cooper died in Los Angeles. Also trending today, a woman gets shot in the jaw with a harpoon.More >>
TYLER (TYLER MORNING TELEGRAPH) - The 79th Texas Rose Festival will begin today with the snip of a ribbon.
The opening ceremony, launching four days of festivities takes place at 10 a.m. at Rose Garden Center, 420 Rose Park Drive.
Rose Queen Haley McGrede Anderson and representatives of the festival association will cut a rose-laden ribbon and welcome the public to Tyler's grandest civic celebration.
After opening remarks, the public will get its first look at the Rose Show and Tyler Area Council of Garden Clubs' Standard Flower Show, both inside Rose Garden Center.
At 10:30 a.m. Ms. Anderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rowe Anderson and Duchess of the Rose Festival Joy Lynn Ramey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ramey and other festival participants will gather in the center for a prayer service, a time of reflection, giving thanks and worship, before the hectic week hits full steam.
This year's festival theme, "Indochine: Year of the Dragon" will be carried out in every event.
The Rose Show, a display of roses in an Asian-themed vignette will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
The Standard Flower Show, a juried competition of tablescapes, is on view from noon to 5 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Even more events are set for Friday and Saturday.
The Rose Queen's Court will be presented during the Queen's Coronation, a production of music, narration and costumes that concludes with Texas Rose Festival Association President Tim Alexander symbolically crowning Miss Anderson as queen. She will emerge in full regalia and a shimmering jeweled train.
Performances are set for 2 and 7 p.m. Friday in the Cowan Center at The University of Texas at Tyler.
On Saturday, the Rose Festival Parade steps off at 9 a.m. The route begins at Glenwood and Front streets, continues west on Front to the East Texas State Fairgrounds and ends inside Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium.
A pre-parade show will take place in the football stadium.
The Queen's Tea is set from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday in the Tyler Rose Garden. The queen and her court will be positioned under Asian-themed pagodas in the central court.
Other events are the Arts and Crafts and Plant Sale set from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday in Bergfeld Park; the Palette of Roses Art Show Thursday through Saturday in the Mayfair Building on the East Texas State Fairgrounds; and an open house at Goodman-LeGrand Museum from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.
LUFKIN (KYTX) - East Texas firefighters are warning people to be careful after lightning struck an East Texas mother of 3, killing her. 32-year-old Meshell Foxworth died Tuesday night. Foxworth worksMore >>
East Texas firefighters are warning people to be careful after lightning struck an East Texas mother of 3, killing her. 32-year-old Meshell Foxworth died Tuesday night.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-23 13:03:56 GMT
KYTX (TYLER) - It's a very special morning for a group of World War II Veterans from across East Texas. 30 Veterans are making a trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. This is part of the World War IIMore >>
30 Veterans are making a trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. today. This is part of the World War II Heroes Flight -- made possible by Brookshires.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:11:49 GMT
LONGVIEW/GREGG COUNTY (KYTX) - The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin punishes Pine Tree I.S.D. with an $18,500 fine. The penalty was for violations found at the district's bus barn inMore >>
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality in Austin punishes Pine Tree I.S.D. with an $18,500 fine.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 11:22 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:22:47 GMT
(KYTX) - Kelli Powell is getting a lesson in recycling. She often recycles, but never understood the meaning of the numbers on the bottom of her plastic bottles and containers. "No, I actually just learnedMore >>
Kelli Powell is getting a lesson in recycling. She often recycles, but never understood the meaning of the numbers on the bottom of her plastic bottles and containers.More >>
TYLER (KYTX) - It pays to recycle your e-waste from an identity protection standpoint too. Because just throwing it away could put sensitive information in danger. Before you throw out a printer orMore >>
It pays to recycle your e-waste from an identity protection standpoint too.
Because just throwing it away could put sensitive information in danger.More >>
Kicking off the 79th annual Texas Rose Festival, Tim Alexander, president welcomes a crowd.
