Good Day
Tyler
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Chick-fil-A Soup Drive collected 3,400 bowls of soup for the Salvation Army, giving families and individuals enough meals for two weeks. CBS19
- ➤ City of Tyler held a cash mob at the historic Carnegie Library today to raise funds for the Smith County Historical Society — the event united local supporters in a vibrant display of community spirit. CBS19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dairy Queen in Tyler is celebrating spring today by offering Free Cone Day with one small vanilla cone per person at no cost while $1 dipped cones will benefit Children's Miracle Network—supporting community efforts. CBS19
- ➤ New Texas regulations revise THC calculations and raise licensing fees, which may make smokable hemp illegal and affect jobs in a multibillion-dollar industry. Business owners and farmers are bracing for the new rules — a shift that could reshape the local hemp market. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taste of Tyler returns on March 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center with over 30 local restaurants serving sample dishes and hosting a high school culinary competition. Funds raised will support culinary programs at high schools and Tyler Junior College (tickets are available now). Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, five student-athletes from Whitehouse ISD signed to play college sports during Signing Day at Whitehouse High School, marking a key moment for the school community. CBS19
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Financial expert Jill Schlesinger advises locals on which tax records, bank statements, and important documents to keep and which ones to shred as spring begins — her guide helps residents prepare for tax season. CBS19
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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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CTCU Annual Meeting 2026
5:30-7 p.m. — The Historic Mayfair Building — Free for members and guests — Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres, giveaways, and cash prizes at the annual meeting celebration.
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UT Tyler Collage Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — UT Tyler Cowan Center — Free entry — Enjoy a night of diverse musical performances by talented students in a beautiful setting.
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Medal Madness 5K & Half Marathon
8 AM – 12 PM — Southside Park — Registration required — Participate in a fun and challenging race with finisher medals for all runners.
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Rubik's Cube Race
7:50-11:15 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Participation fee applies — Challenge yourself in the 2nd annual Rubik's Cube 5K, 10K, & 15K and earn a finisher medal.
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Anime Tyler 2026
10 AM – 3 PM — Holiday Inn Tyler - Conference Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate anime and pop culture with panels, cosplay, games, and more in East Texas.
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Black Diamond Half-Marathon
7:50 AM – 12:15 PM — Rose Rudman Park — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of running in East Texas's premier half-marathon event.
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