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The Mission of Hope Haven

January 25, 2024 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/Staff Writer Editor’s Note: The name of this interviewee has been changed for privacy reasons. She couldn’t help but lie. The label of being the “foster kid” felt humiliating and unwanted. Passed around from [Read More…]

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From Campus to Congregation: The Journey of Finding a New Church Home as a College Student

November 20, 2023 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/Staff Writer Beep! Beep! Beep! The sound of a blaring alarm clock begins to fill the once-quiet room. A hand reaches out from under the covers to hit the off button. The student pulls [Read More…]

Campus News

Craig Morgan — the “God, Family, and Country Tour”

October 23, 2023 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/Staff Contributor In the heart of country music, where melodies echo the values that define the American soul, Craig Morgan emerges as a steadfast beacon of faith, family and patriotism. Stepping onto the [Read More…]

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Mentoring Alliance Provides Blessings with UT Tyler Scholarship

February 7, 2023 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/ Staff Writer Mentoring Alliance is a Christ-centered, multi-ethnic ministry serving children and families in East and Central Texas. The nonprofit is about connecting godly people with families to provide high-quality, after-school programs, [Read More…]

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UT Tyler Patriot Dancers Perform With Alumni

January 31, 2023 Macy Weatherford

BY MACY WEATHERFORD/ Staff Writer The University of Texas at Tyler’s Spirit Squad is representing UT Tyler by providing joy with their performances. The Spirit Squad has three teams: dance, cheer and stunt. The Patriot Dancers [Read More…]

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Junior League of Tyler Hosts Girl Power Event at UT Tyler

January 26, 2023 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/Staff Writer Girl Power is a free event by the Junior League of Tyler for sixth-grade girls in Smith County on Jan. 21 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The University of Tyler [Read More…]

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Baptist Student Ministry Goes On Fall Campout

November 1, 2022 Macy Weatherford

By MACY WEATHERFORD/Staff Writer The Baptist Student Ministry went to Timberline Baptist Camp and Conference Center on Oct. 21-23 to spend a weekend away from the busyness of the school year. The fall campout was a [Read More…]

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