Good Day
Tyler
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 15, a group of twelve volunteers from the Tyler Audubon Society and East Texas Master Naturalists restored Langley Island on Lake Tyler by clearing debris and trimming brush — they installed signage to guide boaters and kayakers. Volunteers received breakfast and lunch as thanks and the society plans to return in the fall for more cleanup — supporting ongoing conservation efforts. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Over the weekend, multimedia journalist Katecey Harrell from the Tyler Morning Telegraph received two first-place awards - one from the Fort Worth Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and one from the Texas Veterans Commission - for her work on reporting veterans' issues and a local criminal case, marking a significant achievement in community journalism. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials conducted a preliminary investigation into a Monday night house fire at a South Bay Drive home in Emerald Bay, Bullard, where firefighters arrived at 7:15 p.m. and contained the blaze by 8:45 p.m. — investigators say it began in the garage near a charging golf cart — with both residents escaping without injury. Tyler Morning Telegraph
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Several Tyler businesses changed in March while more will open soon—Bass Pro Shops will celebrate an Evening for Conservation event on April 16 before opening its new store on April 17, and a Chick-fil-A near Earl Campbell Parkway and Loop 323 will finish construction soon. Tyler Indoor Pickleball plans a soft opening between April 25 and 30 before fully launching on May 1—meanwhile, The Understudy comedy venue, Grandy’s, and Flor de Taxco #2 have closed and local entrepreneurs have acquired the historic Treehouse building for new ventures. Tyler Morning Telegraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The trial for a Smith County business owner accused of killing a 19-year-old on the Fourth of July last year began Tuesday morning — Seferino Bautista-Renteria faces charges including murder, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, tampering with or fabricating evidence and deadly conduct by discharge of a firearm after the teen was fatally shot in the back of the head while making a U-turn behind Bautista Auto Sales on US Highway 271. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas College President Dwight Fennell, who has run the college since 2008, will retire on June 30, 2026. He maintained a balanced budget for 17 years and grew the endowment from under $1 million to over $10 million (completing $19 million in campus work) while strengthening academic programs. Tyler Morning Telegraph
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau is sharing free money tips during Financial Literacy Month so locals can learn to budget, reduce debt, + get advice from professionals. BBB’s free resource, Financial Wellness HQ, explains how to track income and plan spending to improve financial skills. Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Nathaniel Moran hosted a tele-town hall today to address concerns from East Texans—he listened to questions and explained his plans to support the region. CBS19
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Tommy Brennan Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Tommy Brennan, a Comedy Cellar regular featured on major comedy platforms.
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Spring Soccer Kick-Off
9-11 a.m. — Tyler Indoor Sports Complex — Free sign-up — A spring soccer season for ages 3-18, welcoming all abilities and featuring team pictures.
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Billie Jo Jones Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — Bass Pro Shops — Enjoy an evening with the rising star known for her hit singles.
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Drifted Harmony at Manny's
6 PM – 12 AM — Manny's Tex-Mex Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating performance by singer-songwriters Heather Nikole Harper and Rylee Edel in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Earth Day Run GREEN 5K/10K/13.1
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Southside Park — Registration fee may apply — Celebrate the planet with a fun run on Earth Day while supporting local sustainability efforts.
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Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Tyler State Park — $6 entry fee for adults, free for kids — Dive into adventure as you hunt for Easter eggs underwater.
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Hollytree Home Tour
1-3 p.m. — 6808 Cherryhill Drive, Tyler, TX — Free entry — Explore 15 homes for sale with photos and virtual tours alongside expert Compass agents.
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