Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The SPCA of East Texas is featuring adoptable pets from April 28th to May 4th at its Tyler adoption center at 3245 W. Grande Blvd. Local families can meet dogs and cats such as Captain America, Kickflip, Remy, Hobo, and Zara—each up-to-date on vaccinations and neutering and ready for a new home. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An off-duty Tyler police rookie officer died in a motorcycle crash today—further details from the department are pending. CBS19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ John Soules Foods rebranded as Soules Food to mark its 50th anniversary and a new generational shift, expanding from protein products to full meal solutions with two new logos — one for its corporate side and one for its retail brand. Thousands of employees celebrated at the Tyler factory near 10150 FM 14 — and the new packaging rollout will finish by mid-June. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Chick-fil-A is set to open its new west Tyler location Thursday, May 1 at 1873 South SW Loop 323 — across from Sam's Club along Earl Campbell Parkway. The restaurant will create about 100 jobs and be run by East Texas native T.J. St. Romain. CBS19
CRIME NEWS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wood County District Clerk’s Office in Quitman dedicated a memorial tree Monday at the Wood County Justice Center to honor fallen Deputy Melissa Pollard, who died on duty after her patrol unit collided with an 18-wheeler on April 9 and was laid to rest on April 16 at Green Acres Baptist Church — the tree stands as a tribute to her courage and service. CBS19
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Troubadour Blue Concert
7-11 PM — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — Check for ticket details — Experience the evocative melodies of Troubadour Blue and their compelling musical arrangements.
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An Evening with John Berry
7-11 p.m. — Jackson's Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning artist’s blend of country hits and heartfelt performances.
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The After Party: Live Music Experience
9 PM - 1 AM — Rick's On the Square — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy top 40 hits by a dynamic 6-piece band with energetic performances.
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Jamie Lissow Live
7-11 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Jamie Lissow, star of the Netflix series.
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