Good morning, Tyler.

This weekend in Tyler, the SPCA Rescue Rodeo at 4511 Briarwood Road (7 to 11 p.m.) and the Tyler Run for Autism at 3030 New Copeland Road (8 a.m.) offer community fun with auctions, races, and more, while People’s Law School and Glass House Roper Romp Bingo add unique family-friendly events.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints organized Light the World Giving Machines (first East Texas nonprofit selected) to raise nearly $87,000 for CASA for Kids; donations from stops in McKinney, Arlington, and Grapevine were collected and the check was given on March 27 to support foster children’s supplies.

The Women’s Symphony League of Tyler will host its 71st annual ball on April 11 at W.T.

Brookshire Conference Center to honor Junior Symphony League members and raise funds for local music education. The evening includes cocktails at 6 p.m., dancing, dinner, and benefit opportunities (including a $5,000 drawing).

NASA's historic Artemis II crew will return safely today near San Diego after setting a new distance record, and Tyler’s Earth and Space Center and Hudnall Planetarium are hosting live updates and interactive exhibits to inspire local families (according to space center expert Dr. Beau Hartweg).

Sen. John Cornyn and Rep. Nathaniel Moran joined UT Tyler Health Science Center on Wednesday for a roundtable discussing the Rural Health Transformation Program — a $281 million plan to modernize local healthcare and improve access in East Texas.

Tatum senior Colt Bullard is named Player of the Week after excelling on the mound and at the plate.

Coaches credit his discipline (and resilience) with boosting his team's success.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Childbirth Education One Day Crash Course

10 AM – 4 PM — CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler — Cost included for a couple — Learn essential skills for childbirth and postpartum in a supportive environment.