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Tyler
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ and East Texas Food Bank will host a community food drive in Tyler that provides fresh, healthy food for local families. The drive supports community health and offers needed resources to residents. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Lutheran Church held Ash Wednesday services Thursday, Feb. 19 where congregation members received palm ashes to mark the start of the 40-day Lenten season (a time for prayer, fasting and reflection) in Tyler. Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Part of East Line Street in downtown Tyler is closed for two weeks — drivers should use alternate routes. Smith County offices remain open. CBS19
- ➤ Since 2019, Broadway Avenue has seen a steady drop in congestion as signal retimings saved over 854,000 vehicle hours and 28 million in delay costs, moving its ranking from top 50 to 120th by 2025. Tyler will announce new ITS projects this spring and begin retiming 15 intersections this fall. Tyler Morning Telegraph
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Black Wellness Expo is scheduled for this weekend in Tyler to boost mind, body — and financial wellness by linking families with resource providers and local small businesses. CBS19
- ➤ Local trainers are adding nostalgic games to workouts in kidulting classes, mixing fun with fitness for a fresh local trend. The approach offers residents a playful way to stay active while exercising. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local students cheered on their teen classmate competing at the Milan Olympics as the broadcast stirred community pride in her hometown. CBS19
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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Broadway Square — Tickets from $81 — Experience a mesmerizing show that blends acrobatics and water artistry.
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Bringing Butterflies into Your Backyard
2-3 p.m. — Tyler Public Library — Free entry — Discover how to attract butterflies and learn about their favorite plants with Master Gardener Elizabeth Waldrop.
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Rose City Classic Gymnastics Meet
All day — W.T. Brookshire Conference Center — Ticketed event — Experience thrilling gymnastics performances and cheer on local talent during this premier competition.
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Banda Los Costenos - Estrellas de Tuzantla
8 p.m. — LaFe Disco Tyler — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant performances of traditional mariachi music with Los Hermanos Arellano.
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Tater-Tot Trot 5K and Family Fun Run
2:50-4:45 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration required — Participate in a unique 5K and celebrate with tasty tater tots and special finisher medals.
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Fleetwood Journey Tribute Concert
8 PM — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable tribute to both Fleetwood Mac and Journey.
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Dessert Dash - Tyler
8:55-11:00 AM — Rose Rudman Park — Family-friendly event — Lace up and enjoy miles of fun at the Dessert Dash while satisfying your sweet tooth.
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