Good Day
Tyler
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Camp Mystic is appealing to resume construction for summer after floods killed 27, leaving local families divided over the camp reopening. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler welcomes 15 delegates from Yachiyo, Japan to mark 30 years of sister city partnership. The delegation meets with local schools, hospitals & community groups from March 25 to 30 while Tyler also hosts a bench dedication honoring Tony Tadasa. Tyler Morning Telegraph
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ EnergyX has opened a $30M lithium plant in Hooks, testing new technology — paving the way for a future $1.1B facility and thousands of jobs. The project will boost local industry. CBS19
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bluebonnets are blooming across east Texas (including Tyler) as fields and roadsides turn blue, and this year's display is unique. Locals can enjoy the seasonal view as the natural show unfolds. CBS19
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Hunter is a 6.5-year-old cattle dog with a friendly personality available today for adoption at Pets Fur People in Tyler – he loves treats, walks, and hugs and will do best as the only pet in a home with older children; the adoption fee is $150. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Texas-based Blue Bell launched its limited-edition Brookie À La Mode—brown sugar ice cream with brownie and chocolate chip cookie chunks—available for a limited time. Local stores will offer it soon for residents seeking a special treat. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UT Tyler basketball player Sam Phipps was named the College Slam Dark Horse Dunker and will appear on ESPN from Indianapolis on April 5 at 1:30 p.m. He posted season averages (9.3 points and 8.4 rebounds) as the first UT Tyler athlete to earn this honor. CBS19
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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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Newborn Care and Pediatric CPR Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler — $25 for two participants — Learn essential newborn care and infant CPR skills in a fun, interactive class to feel prepared as a new parent.
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Tyler Metro Chamber of Commerce 2026 Image Awards & Gala
7 PM - 1 AM — Tyler Rose Garden — Ticketed event — Celebrate and honor East Texas's Small Business Trailblazers with dinner and live entertainment.
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