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Entertainment in East Texas East Texas is expanding in the area of family entertainment. In this episode, we will discuss a new opportunity for East Texans to go out and have fun at a place that doesn’t look like every other building! Our guest is Michael Graham, owner of a new entertainment destination in Longview called Cargo.  Special Co-Host Tommy Kirl, owner of Precision Pools, is also joinin...

East Texas Christmas Many East Texans know the name- Carmela Davis.  She is involved in so many things.  Besides her multiple CPA firm locations and involvement with AMBUCS, she is well-known for creating Carmela’s Magical Santa Land. It’s a must for all East Texans to experience. For years, Carmela has brought happiness to many kids, families, veterans, and others. In this episode, find out more...

East Texas Leaders  Brookshire’s continues its growth as it brings another FRESH store to the East Texas area in Longview.  Our special guest is Tom DeVries, Senior Vice President of Merchandising at Brookshire Grocery Company. He will tell us all about the well-anticipated grocery shopping experience. Also back in the studio is co-host Kristen Ishihara, Mayor of the City of Longview and Attorney...

East Texas Eats Texans love BBQ!  On this episode, we welcome two of East Texas’ finest Pitmasters, Bryan Bingham and David Segovia, from Sunbird BBQ. Their restaurant was named by Texas Monthly as one of the 25 Best New and Improved BBQ Joints in Texas in the Fall of 2023! Also joining us is Special Co-Host, Andy Hill, Executive Pastor at Mobberly Baptist Church in Longview.

East Texas Education The Brook Hill School in Bullard, Texas, opened its doors in 1997 to 30 students in its first year and has exploded in growth ever since. Today, we talk with Brook Hill’s new Headmaster, Braxton Brady, to learn more about the school, its mission, and the great staff, students, and families a part of it.   

East Texas Entertainment Film Alley theaters are currently located in several Central and North Texas locations, but they will make their debut in East Texas in Longview this Fall. Today, we talk with Jacob Schulman, Vice President of Operations of Schulman Partners, to learn more about the company, its theaters, and what makes it unique.  

East Texas Eats/Treats Sweet Shop USA in Mount Pleasant has made the finest handmade chocolates for over 70 years. In this episode, Owners Michael and Angie Moss share the company’s rich history and stories/mission behind this great company. Also on the episode is Special Guest Co-Host Lacy Barron, one of the Owners and Operators of Barron’s in Longview.  

East Texas Eats Papacita’s Mexican Restaurant in Longview is an East Texas tradition. In this episode, Owner Danny Sullivan shares its history and many other stories alongside Guest Co-Host Chuck King, a Chick-fil-A Franchisee in Longview.

East Texas Leader Hey, East Texas! On our first episode, we talk with Kristen Ishihara, the newly elected Mayor of Longview. Kristen is also an Attorney at the Ishihara and Parker Law Firm, a wife, and mother. Host Brandon Watson and Special Guest Co-Host Ryker Dillard, Mobberly’s Director of Orchestra/Productions and Social Media, will help you get to know Kristen better and ask her about some of...