Alicia Lansford lights the way for generations of people struggling with vision issues
April 10, 2026KETK From creating independence to professional development, the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind has been empowering the visually impaired for decades, led by its dedicated vice president and chief mission officer, Alicia Lansford. “Empower the blind with specifically ...
East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind hosts accessible Easter egg hunt for visually impaired children
March 31, 2026CBS19 WHITEHOUSE, Texas — For most children, Easter is about bright colors and candy. But for some kids, the holiday is experienced in a different way. Its experienced through sound. Beeping eggs guided visually impaired children across a ...
Women in Tyler 2026 Honorees Announced
January 5th, 2026KLTV Women in Tyler revealed their 2026 honorees for their upcoming luncheon at the McClendon House on Monday night. This year’s honorees include: Marnelle Durrett Elva Estrada Cherie Jones Alicia Lansford Dr. Julie Philley Jackie Clay Robertson The ...
East Texas students with visual impairments buy gifts for others, learn life skills at ‘Vision Christmas’
December 10, 2025KLTV TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Over 60 students from 17 East Texas School districts gathered in Tyler for the East Texas Lighthouse for the blind’s “Vision Christmas.” Students were given $20 to buy a gift for Toys for ...
East Texas marks White Cane Day at Tyler’s Bergfeld Park
October 25, 2025Tyler Morning Telegraph Friday’s third annual East Texas White Cane Day at Bergfeld Park celebrated the resilience of individuals with visual impairments while shining a spotlight on the importance of inclusion and accessibility in everyday life. The local ...
Beep Baseball brings inclusion, competition in East Texas
May 6, 2025Tyler Morning Telegraph The crack of the bat isn’t the only sound that matters in the game of baseball. For athletes who are blind or visually impaired, the success of a base hit depends on the steady beeping ...
Craig Ellis Shines Spotlight On East Texas Lighthouse and Horizon Industries on KTBB Radio
April 10, 2025 Earlier this month, East Texas Lighthouse was honored to be featured on KTBB’s weekly radio program, In Focus. Our very own Craig Ellis joined the show to share the rich history of our organization, provide an overview ...
A Beacon of Hope: East Texas Lighthouse empowers the blind, helps with independence
ETX View MagazineStory by Jennifer Scott Photography by Les Hassell and Cause Creative Group Click here to access full article and view pictures TYLER, Texas (ETX View) - In the heart of Tyler, the East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind ...
