Good Day
Tyler
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 12-foot alligator was euthanized after being struck by a vehicle along an East Texas roadway, an incident linked to increased wildlife movement during mating season. CBS19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kadrian Bryant, Westwood ISD head basketball coach (now promoted to athletic director), will lead the school’s sports programs. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler ISD staff turned a Bad Bunny hit song into an encouraging parody for students — a creative boost for STAAR test prep at Birdwell Dual Language Immersion School. CBS19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local veterinarians performed emergency surgery on a dog today after removing socks, fabric, and other items from its stomach. The life-saving procedure has the pet now on the path to recovery. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler locals are embracing the 'Jeffing' run-walk method that blends running and walking to boost endurance and lower injury risk. The technique helps people of all fitness levels stay active. CBS19
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ BBB East Texas advises local residents to schedule their annual HVAC tune up as temperatures increase. The agency recommends comparing prices and verifying contractor licenses (as required by state rules) to avoid costly breakdowns this summer. Tyler Morning Telegraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jasmin Brown of Pine Tree Junior High finished in the top 20 nationally in the 100-meter race and set a new long jump mark at the AAU Junior Olympics, boosting her team's medal count this season. CBS19
-
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.
-
2026 East Texas Behavioral Health Summit
10 AM – 2 PM — W.T. Brookshire Conference Center — Free entry — Explore mental health solutions and connect with local support resources at this community-focused summit.
-
Mrs. Roper Paint and Sip
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — BYOB — Immerse yourself in creativity and book-themed fun with paint and sip at this local studio.
-
District 3 Meet & Greet
10:30 a.m. — Glass Recreation Center — No cost — Connect with fellow tribal members and their families at this community gathering.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Tyler
Welcome to the Good Day Tyler, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Tyler, Texas community. If you like the Good Day Tyler, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Tyler.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Tyler and across Texas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Tyler
A free Tyler community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaytyler.com/sitemap