Good morning, Tyler.

Today, Tyler launches the 66th annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail as residents begin viewing blooming azaleas along designated paths.

The event marks the start of the season for local spring flowers.

Today at Rose Rudman Park a student from All Saints Episcopal School organized the first-ever FurFest 5K Dog Walk & Expo to benefit the SPCA of East Texas + the event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes a 5K walk, food trucks, and craft stations where families can make dog toys.

Smith County jail medical technician Jessica Riley (40) was arrested Thursday afternoon on a third-degree felony charge for allegedly smuggling drugs to an inmate after surveillance footage showed her passing an item from a medical cart, and the inmate Tyirese Ladale Dews faced charges when two Seroquel tablets were found in his cell, according to the sheriff’s office.

Tyler native tech entrepreneur Therelee D.

Washington II will host a free talk on March 27 at the Tyler ISD Career and Technology Campus about how technology is changing education, jobs and society—he will honor his late father and discuss plans for full-tuition scholarships for tech training.

Mardi Gras Magic Run Events

Mardi Gras Magic in Tyler, TX features a celebration with 5K, 10K, and half marathon competitions at Rose Rudman Park.

CTCU Annual Meeting 2025

6-8 p.m. | W.T. Brookshire Conference Center | Free entry | Celebrate the 72nd Anniversary at a community-focused annual meeting with engaging discussions and free refreshments.

Austin Meade Concert

7:15-8:45 p.m. | Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy live music from Austin Meade and Tristan Tritt in a cozy barbecue setting.

Matt Pryor Live Concert

7:30 PM - 1:30 AM | Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening of live music with Matt Pryor in a vibrant barbecue setting.

The After Party

8 PM - 2 AM | Rick's On the Square | $10 cover | Dance the night away with vibrant live performances of Top 40 hits by an energetic band.

On-Site Tour of Asher Point Independent Living

9 a.m.-7 p.m. | Asher Point Independent Living of Tyler | Free entry | Explore exceptional senior living with award-winning meals, activities, and friendly staff.

Darrin Morris Band Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Dakotas Steaks - Seafood - Chops — Check the event for cover charge details — Experience a night of live music from a Texas band building its momentum across the country.

Simple Dream Tribute to Linda Ronstadt

7-9 p.m. — Serenade Range — Free venue parking — Enjoy incredible music under the stars with food trucks and family fellowship.

Heather Nikole Harper Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Crawdaddy's Boil-N-Go — Free show — Enjoy an evening of multi-genre music with award-winning artist Heather Nikole Harper.

Spring Break 5K & 10K Run

7:45-11:15 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the arrival of spring by racing toward your summer fitness goals!