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California Woman Fired, Under Investigation After Making Racist Comment About President Obama [POLL]

Nora Schreiber — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:31:06 +0000

People say lots of things after the election when the feelings are still raw from the loss suffered by their candidate, but when has it gone too far? Well, Denise Helms from California is now under investigation for making a racist comment on her Facebook page that was followed by a statement the U.S. Secret Service takes very seriously.

Mother Names Newborn Twins Barack Obama and Mitt Romney

Buddy Logan — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:48:11 +0000

Twenty year old Milicent Owuor of Kenya named her new born twins after U.S. President-elect Barack Obama and former Republican nominee, Governor Mitt Romney. The babies were born Wednesday in southwest Kenya, and Yahoo is reporting the new mother told the Kenyan news outlet her sons’ names will always remind her of the election in [...]

Hank Williams, Jr. Says America Has 'Committed Economic Suicide' in Re-Electing President Obama

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 00:17:55 +0000

It looks like ultra-conservative country music star Hank Williams, Jr. hasn't warmed up much to President Obama in the wake of his victory Tuesday over Republican challenger Mitt Romney. The staunch hunter and gun rights supporter took to Twitter Thursday morning (Nov. 8) to predict financial doom and gloom for America as a result of the president winning a second term.

Did George W. Bush Really Vote for Barack Obama?

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 22:19:09 +0000

Could it be real that the former Republican president voted for Barack Obama? Loads of blogs and news websites opened the flood gates to a story that tells that Bush voted for Obama accidentally. Read on for more. Even though the story is not true, plenty got in an up roar over the article. From [...]

Are You Ready for More Money, Tyler? Alcohol Election Will Bring Big Revenue

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:40:50 +0000

With the passing of Proposition 2, Tyler is now able to sell beer and wine for off premises consumption. This landmark decision was hard to swallow for some that stood against the proposition. What could be the silver lining for the few who opposed the measure? Money. With addition of beer and wine sales in [...]

Was Diane Sawyer Drunk During Election Coverage? [POLL]

Buddy Logan — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 17:01:24 +0000

Based on my Facebook news feed, not many Texans are happy this morning. But I think we can all agree two great things happened last night: 1. Smith County residents voted overwhelmingly in favor to legalize beer and wine sales for off-premise consumption within city limits. 2. It appeared Diane Sawyer was buzzin' hard during the election coverage.

When Will We Be Able to Buy Beer + Wine in Tyler?

Chase Colston — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 16:17:46 +0000

The city of Tyler outlawed alcohol sales in 1901. In 1909, the city voted again to remain dry. Ten years later, the 18th amendment prohibited alcohol sales across the nation. Prohibition ended in 1933, but Tyler chose to remain dry and has been ever since. Until now. Voters in the city of Tyler overwhelmingly approved [...]

A Right to Choose is Here — Alcohol Elections Pass in Tyler

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 03:43:01 +0000

As the poll results continue to trickle in, I am getting more and more excited. As an adult with rights to adult decisions and choices, it will be a great to go to my neighborhood grocery store for my dinner's wine selection instead of 30 minutes away. There are some that are upset with this, but is it their right to take away my right to choose for myself?

Barack Obama Wins Second Term as President of the United States

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:47:11 +0000

UPDATE 11:20: The networks have announced that Barack Obama will be reelected to a second term, after wrapping up the state of Ohio.

The 2012 presidential election between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney will finally conclude tonight, as voters head to their local polls to choose who gets to sleep in the White House on January 20, 2013. We'll be following all the results very closely, adding the latest news as states close their polls and announce their winners.

Watch this post for updated information—election results, Senate races, ballot measures, battleground-state news—throughout the night:

2012 Election Results — Smith County Alcohol, Presidential Vote + More

Dave Goldman — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:53:02 +0000

Here is where we will post updates to election results affecting Smith County and the Presidential elections on Election Day. The polls close at 7 p.m. CST. Tyler Smith County Proposition 1 “The legal sale of mixed beverages in restaurants by food and beverage certificate holders only.” FOR: 73% (22,767 votes) AGAINST: 27% (8,450 votes) [...]

It's Election Day – Here Are 10 Strange Facts About Former Presidents

Leslie Reynolds — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:30:48 +0000

Election Day is finally here. After months and months of campaigning, either Mitt Romney or Barack Obama will be named the 45th president of the United States. While the rest of the nation votes, why not read some interesting information about past leaders of our country? We dug out some interesting facts about the first 44 presidents, to say they are strange is an understatement

Life After the Election — How Things Will Change for Us in East Texas

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 20:23:15 +0000

One week from today the ballots will have been cast and a decision made. How will this election affect us? What will the world look like one week from today? Whether Barack Obama or Mitt Romney are in office, this country will be seeing some changes rolling in. Locally there will be a chance of [...]

Best Political Memes — Equal Politician Offenders Rejoice

Nora Schreiber — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 21:29:18 +0000

If the presidential debates and up coming election are getting a little too serious for you, here are some laughable memes and political videos for you. Make sure to bring you sense of humor to this free for all funnies sparing no one feelings. Though this is a momentous time for our country, it is [...]

Early Voting Period Opens Today — Find Out Where You Can Vote Here

Jen Austin — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:00:44 +0000

Today marks the start of early voting in Texas, and the Presidential election is expected to be a big draw. Voter turnouts are always higher in presidential election years than in years when we're not voting on a US President.

In Tyler, voters also have a big decision to make when it comes to alcohol sales. Do you know exactly what you're voting on?

Both Governor Romney and President Obama Shine at Alfred E. Smith Dinner

Buddy Logan — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:08:28 +0000

I don’t know why the media isn’t all over the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Dinner. We need to have more time to prepare for this. I didn’t even know it was last night, I just happened upon it, and got to watch. Had I known it was coming up I definitely would’ve had the DVR [...]

How to Register to Vote in Tyler

Leslie Reynolds — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 17:53:33 +0000

We have just over one month until the 2012 Presidential Election. As American’s, it’s our duty to vote for the person we want to see run our country. For those of you who aren’t registered and may not know how, here are two different ways you can do so. To be eligible to register in [...]

2012 Election Day – Voter Information for Tyler

Leslie Reynolds — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 20:18:34 +0000

The 2012 election is bound to be the most important thing that happens in 2012. The race between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney is neck and neck and as Americans it is our job to put one of them in the White House. Here is important information you need to know about this upcoming election day.