Good Day
Tyler
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visitors at Lake Tyler reported rising safety concerns and are urging local officials to act quickly—community members want prompt improvements to make the lake safer for everyone. The call for new safety measures comes as several incidents have raised alarm among lakegoers. CBS19
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tyler police and family gathered at the crash site to remember Officer Sam Lively—who died when his motorcycle was struck by a lane-switching vehicle on Troup Highway—and funeral services will be held later this week as authorities continue to investigate the accident. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy flooding is affecting parts of East Texas and local officials are monitoring water levels—residents are urged to avoid flooded roads. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grace Community and Brook Hill schools have sent multiple athletes to higher competitions—officials said further details will be shared as the events progress. CBS19
- ➤ On Tuesday night, student-athletes, their families, coaches and athletic directors gathered at the Green Acres Baptist Church Crosswalk Center for the seventh annual Best Preps Tyler 2025 awards ceremony — presented by Baylor Scott and White Texas Spine and Joint Hospital Tyler. Award winners in individual sports and special categories were announced to honor academic and athletic excellence. Tyler Morning Telegraph
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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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Darrin Morris Band Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of live music from the Darrin Morris Band, known for their hard-hitting performances across Texas.
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