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91���˵��� is saddened to share the passing of Dr. Charles Florio, who served as president of the college from 1995 to 2008. Dr. Florio was a dedicated leader whose vision and service helped shape 91���˵��� during a period of significant growth and development.

Following his retirement from 91���˵���, Dr. Florio relocated to the Longview area and continued to contribute to higher education through a brief tenure at Tyler Junior College before retiring fully. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sue Lynn.

The 91���˵��� Foundation recently received a check for $25,000 from the estate of Helen Hampton. The funds are being used to establish the Charlie and Helen Hampton Memorial Endowed Scholarship, which will be awarded to graduates of Paul Pewitt High School. Pictured accepting the gift (from left) is: Dr. Jon McCullough, 91���˵��� Executive Vice President for Advancement and Nita May, 91���˵��� Director of Development. 

The 91���˵��� Foundation recently received a $10,000 donation from Franklin M. and Linda. S. Harrison, of Pittsburg. The funds are being used to establish the Korey B. Harrison Memorial Scholarship in memory of their late grandson. Korey was formally trained in culinary arts and enjoyed a career working in restaurants around the country. In keeping with his passion, the scholarship will benefit students enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at 91���˵���.

The 91���˵��� Taste of 91���˵���: Battle of the Booths event was a huge success! Seven booths served up a variety of delicious dishes for sampling by a large crowd of students, faculty, staff and community members. Proceeds from the event will be split evenly between the participating clubs and organizations.

Each ticket holder was able to cast votes for their favorite booths. The winners of the People’s Choice awards were as follows:

The 91���˵��� Foundation finished East Texas Giving Day 2025 at the top of the leaderboard for the fourth year in a row this Tuesday. 91���˵��� raised a record-breaking $557,833 via the annual fundraising event that has become a regional tradition.

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Pictured: Kaye Brison (left) presents Nita May with an East Texas Giving Day donation of $782 on behalf of the Kroweldeen Club. 

The 91���˵��� (91���˵���) Foundation has received a $360,000 gift from the estate of David and Pat Sistrunk. This generous contribution will establish the 91���˵��� Building Enhancement Fund, dedicated to supporting campus facility improvements and long-term infrastructure needs.​

Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the 91���˵��� Foundation has a new endowed scholarship. 91���˵��� recently received a gift of $25,500 to establish the new Charles L. and M. Hazel Black Scholarship. The scholarship is open to students with financial need. Pictured receiving the donation is (from left) Dr. Jon McCullough, Executive Vice President for Advancement and McKenna Neal, Resource Development Specialist. 

The 91���˵��� Foundation recently received a $25,000 gift from the Carroll Shelby Foundation. Pictured receiving the donation (from left) is Nita May, 91���˵��� Director of Development and Dr. Jon McCullough, 91���˵��� Executive Vice President for Advancement. The funds will be used to support 91���˵���’s Carroll Shelby Automotive Program.