News
Grads Say UT Tyler Prepared Them for Career
Multimedia journalist Jude Ratcliff talks to UT Tyler graduates about how their time at UT Tyler prepared them for their careers.
Articles by The Patriot Talon
Culture
Gen-X Jim Presents: Haters Gonna Hate… But Do You?
By JIM CLAYTON/Staff Writer Just in case the nickname didn’t give it away, I grew up in the 1980s, binge-watching music videos on MTV (which stands for Music Television, if you didn’t know). I could [Read More…]
News
ICE Presence Increases in Tyler
By VICTORIA OLIVARES/Staff Writer Several Facebook posts have gone up in La Tiendita, warning communities about the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, being spotted in Tyler. La Tiendita is a Spanish Facebook group that [Read More…]
Broadcast
Mother Nature Provides Calm Refuge for Neighbors
Multimedia journalist ORION BAKER talks with residents in one neighborhood about the get from spending time outdoors. Click the link below. ob – audio story
Multimedia
UT Tyler Athletes Weigh in on NCAA Eligibility Proposal
The NCAA is considering a proposal that would allow collegiate athletes to compete during five seasons instead of limiting them to four under the current regulations. Multimedia journalist KAILEY MANES, a member of the volleyball [Read More…]
Multimedia
Women’s Soccer: UT Tyler Battles St. Mary’s to 1-1 Tie
On Oct. 22, the UT Tyler women’s soccer team played St. Mary’s University to 1–1 draw at Citizens First Bank–Perkins Soccer Complex. Audio story by multimedia journalist CHASE UPTON.
Multimedia
Cadets Feel Heat During Firefighter Training
By MACY MAXWELL/Contributor Multimedia journalist Macy Maxwell chronicled some of the hands-on training cadets receive in the Fire Academy at Tyler Academy at Tyler Junior College. Those who complete the course receive certifications in fire [Read More…]
Opinion
Gen-X Jim Presents: The Top 10 Things I Learned from Stephen King
By JIM CLAYTON/Staff Writer I am often intrigued by the things that mold us as individuals. Our various external interests and curiosities tend to have a long-lasting impact on our developmental process, our intellectual chrysalis, if [Read More…]
City/State
Early Voting Begins in Smith County
By VICTORIA OLIVARES/Staff Writer Early voting began in Smith County on Monday, Oct. 20 and will last until Oct. 31. There are 17 state of Texas propositions to be voted on by the community. For [Read More…]
Culture
Victoria’s Secret Angels Spread Their Wings In Latest Show
By DEBI OKEKE/Staff Writer Since its launch in 1995, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show has remained a staple of the fashion and modeling industry. It’s known for extravagant runway productions, star-studded performances, and famous ‘Angels’ who [Read More…]