Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Tyler.
The Salvation Army opened its inclement weather shelter + warming station during the cold snap at 633 N.
Broadway, increasing overnight bed capacity by 50 while already housing 157 residents. Free, no-registration services are available through Monday to help those in need.
The Salvation Army of Tyler has opened an emergency warming shelter (to help residents prepare for cold winter weather) and is now accepting those in need.
Residents in Tyler are stocking up on essentials—shopping in grocery stores and visiting propane suppliers—in preparation for a winter storm expected this weekend.
Teddy Bear arrived at the local SPCA at 19 in need of love and was given a loving home; now at 21 he thrives with his forever family in our community.
Talbots will close its store at Broadway Square Mall as two national retailers are expected to take its place.
The mall's update — a sign of ongoing improvements in Tyler — aims to boost local shopping options soon.
Bullard ISD held a ribbon cutting and open house for its 203,000 sqft new middle school campus on Wednesday evening—after delays from weather and construction shifted the start date.
Seventh- and eighth-grade students began classes this spring while sixth graders will join the school in the fall.
Wiley University ended its lockdown after officials deemed a threat non-credible + the campus resumed operations while staff urged community vigilance.
Officials warn that generators can be deadly if used improperly, so families preparing for power outages should follow expert safety tips from local officials.
Please check guidelines before using a generator.
Martin's Mill girls basketball defeated Cayuga with an 82-25 win, moving its season record to 20-5 this season.
Kara Nixon of the Martin’s Mill girls basketball team passed 2,000 career points this week, marking her milestone as Player of the Week (a notable achievement for the season).
Boyd Martin Jump Clinic
Jan 24-25 — Texas Rose Horse Park — $675 clinic fee — Experience a two-day jump clinic with Olympic Equestrian Boyd Martin, known for his engaging teaching style.
K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
6:30-8 p.m. — Liberty Hall — All Ages — Experience stunning choreography and vibrant energy to the rhythm of K-Pop in this electrifying live show.
East Texas Youth Conference 2026
8 a.m. – 11 p.m. — W.T. Brookshire Conference Center — Free meals provided — Experience anointed singing, preaching, and fellowship at this annual youth gathering.
CHRISTUS Women for Heart Fashion Show
11 a.m. — Broadway Square — Free entry — Experience the latest fashion trends while supporting heart health awareness.
Run the Pines Trail Series
8:20 a.m. — Faulkner Park — Registration required — Experience a scenic trail run in the beautiful landscape of East Texas.
Take Heart 10K & 5K
Feb 20-21 — Tyler, Texas — Registration fees apply — Celebrate health and empowerment at this all-female running event.
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