Good morning, Tyler.

The Tyler Morning Telegraph team earned multiple awards in the North and East Texas Press Association Better Newspaper Contest for work produced in 2024.

Multimedia reporter Katecey Harrell attended the April 5th awards brunch in Fairfield and the team won first place in the Sweepstakes category — the contest's highest honor.

Local community members gathered to honor a Wood County deputy who was killed in a crash — the memorial event celebrated his service and dedication.

Officials responded Tuesday morning to a major crash on Highway 31 East in Smith County—reporting injuries and a child entrapped—and are assessing the situation.

A child was injured in a crash on Highway 31—emergency crews responded at the scene.

Karistha Johnson, a Tyler tax preparer, pleaded guilty to a tax refund fraud scheme and was sentenced to federal prison for two years Tuesday — she filed 610 false tax returns that resulted in over $1.2 million in fraudulent refunds.

Karin Smith was sworn in as Smith County auditor on Monday morning at the county annex building, with Seventh District Judge Kerry Russell leading the ceremony.

She brings more than 20 years of government finance experience and replaces Ann Wilson, who retired after 25 years—Smith now oversees the county’s financial operations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome Live in Tyler

7-11 p.m. — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Check venue for entry fee — Experience the high-energy outlaw and traditional country music of Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome.

Jon Kott Band Live Performance

7 p.m. — Rick's On the Square — Check for admission — Enjoy a night filled with live music from the talented Jon Kott Band.

East Texas Small Business Expo 2025

3-8 p.m. — 309 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tyler, TX — Free entry — Support local businesses and network with fellow entrepreneurs at this community-focused expo.

Old Fashion 5K and 10K Event

6:45-10:15 AM — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fees apply — Bigger and better second edition featuring various running events for the community.

East Texas Behavioral Health Summit 2.0

12-5 p.m. — W.T. Brookshire Conference Center — Free entry — Explore innovative strategies for mental health and connect with local resources at this transformative summit.

Darrin Morris Band Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Dakotas Steaks - Seafood - Chops — Check the event for ticket pricing — Experience the Darrin Morris Band's dynamic performance, showcasing their hard-earned talent from stages across Texas.