TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – Tonight on East Texas Tonight, we’re getting to know a woman whose life has been dedicated to the service of others.
Most people in Tyler know Petra Hawkins as the City’s Mayor Pro Tem and District 2 Council Member. Others know her as a longtime nurse, a REALTOR®, a small business owner, or simply “GiGi.” But long before public office, Petra built a life around serving others—whether that meant caring for patients in an emergency room, helping a family buy their first home, or volunteering in her community.
Tonight, we’re stepping away from City Hall to get to know the woman behind the title. We’ll talk about her East Texas roots, the moments that shaped her, what keeps her grounded, and why serving others has always been at the center of her life.
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