Updated 2/5/2010 10:07 AM By Chantel Martin,
In recent years, the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community has become more accepted into society. However, young adults who have non-traditional sexual preferences still have a hard time coming out to friends, family and peers.
Angelica's Story
"There are not a lot of people that know that I am gay, however they are really shocked and surprised when they find out," TJC student Anjelica said.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:16 AM By Brad Thompson,
One of the best known names in baseball was in Tyler recently to speak about his life and the troubles he has overcome. Josh Hamilton, who plays left field for the Texas Rangers, came to tell his story at Rose Heights Church on Jan. 31.
Hamilton started his career straight out of high school being the first overall pick in the 1999 draft by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:19 AM By Logan Thompson,
The room is packed, with many kids standing on chairs to get a better view. They have come for one purpose …to hear music, something that many young adults have a passion for. Most of them have musical aspirations themselves, and seeing someone else on stage playing awakens a particular look in their eyes.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:17 AM By Justin Todd,
East Texas has pulled together to support the people of Haiti when they need it most. Even in tough economic times, local residents and organizations are raising money and volunteering their time.
On Jan. 12, a catastrophic earthquake registering a 7.0 magnitude on the Richter scale rocked Haiti.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:20 AM By Sarah Hall,
Welcome to the college life! The life that is so commonly associated with late night parties, drinking, and sex. Yes, I said it, "sex."
So many students nowadays are sexually active that it has become more and more socially acceptable to just about everyone.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:26 AM By Cheyenne Robinson,
By Cheyenne Robinson
High-kicks, leaps and turns are not all there is to the TJC Apache Belles. They may be known for their precision in dance, but they are also known as "good will ambassadors," said Director of the Apache Belles Ruth Flynn.
Most assume the Belles are an organization for only TJC performances and shows; however, many do not realize that they are also an organization of good deeds and charity.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:20 AM By Ambra Phillips,
Despite their sanctuaries being destroyed by arson, East Texas churches vow that they will continue to meet and have service.
Eight churches have been burned since the start of the new year, leaving many East Texans without a building to call their church home.
Updated 2/5/2010 10:25 AM By Amanda Caldwell,
Car crashes and accidents have always been a part of rushing to class at TJC, but new signs may change that.
There is a new all-way stop in front of the Ornelas Residential Hall and the practice field, along with a no left turn sign to prevent accidents between students turning onto Fifth Street from Baxter Street.
