Good morning, Tyler.

The Diocese of Tyler will hold a Thanksgiving Mass at 12:05 p.m. today at the Chapel of Saints Peter and Paul to honor the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV—he is the first American pope and his name may signal a new chapter for the Church.

Bishop Gregory Kelly invites the community to pray and support the new leader as he begins what could be a long tenure.

The 11th annual Red Dirt BBQ & Music Festival will take place Saturday, May 10th at The Park of East Texas in Tyler — after relocating from its downtown venue due to construction.

Over 20 Texas barbecue joints and top local artists will offer live music and food to nearly 7,000 expected guests.

Organizers are preparing for the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards, and the event will feature two East Texans competing.

Officials say the awards will showcase country music talent with local participation.

The Wayne D. Boshears Center for Exceptional Programs brought energy to Bonner Elementary and Caldwell Arts Academy with its Wheelchair Dance Tour that showcased student-led dances and a video about its programs.

School leaders said the performance built on a growing partnership from May 2024 (pointing to more creative arts events in the future).

UT Tyler mechanical engineering student Derick Phanos was named as one of 10 nationwide selected for the 2025 JUMP into STEM Building Technology Internship Program at ORNL this summer—he will use modern laser scanning equipment to study flat roofs and will gain hands-on experience before he graduates next spring.

Christus Health will offer free sports physicals today at the W.T.

Brookshire Convention Center for student-athletes from Tyler ISD and surrounding schools—more than 50 medical providers will perform exams to meet pre-participation requirements as the initiative continues through May.

The family of East Texas sports legends has committed to college teams on signing day — their decisions mark a new chapter that will boost local sports as they prepare for the upcoming season.

UT Tyler will host MSU Denver in the first round of playoffs, and the game is expected to test the home team's season.

Local fans in Tyler are eagerly watching the matchup as it could boost the team's playoff chances.

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.

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.

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.

Keep Tyler Green Eco Fest

3 PM — Oakbrook Estates, Tyler, TX — Free entry — Celebrate eco-friendliness in a family-friendly atmosphere with neighbors in the charming Oakbrook community.

Lee & Rio Live at Dakota's

7-11 p.m. — Dakotas Steaks - Seafood - Chops — Entry TBD — Experience an electrifying outlaw country performance by Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome.

Bitcoin Pizza Day Celebration

6-9 p.m. — True Vine Brewing Company — Free entry — Celebrate the first real-world Bitcoin purchase with delicious pizza and craft brews.

Matthew Marcus McDaniel Concert

7-11 p.m. — Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse Tyler — Check the event page for pricing — Experience the captivating depths of no-nonsense rock n roll infused with sultry soul and blues.

Conjunto Rio Grande Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — LaFe Disco Tyler — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a lively night filled with Conjunto music.

The Kirbys Concert

6 PM - 12 AM — Villages Resort Marina and RV Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert at the waterfront with The Kirbys.

Tater-Tot Trot

7:45-9:45 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration Fee Required — Run, trot, and enjoy a fun-filled family race with a tater-tot twist!

Improved Acreage 45 Minutes from Tyler!

43 Acres w/ a metal shop, water well, electricity. Two amazing ponds, creek, road frontage on two sides.

Dogtrot Ranchette For Sale Near Tyler

Dogtrot house on 33 acres in Rusk County, TX. Fenced for cattle with a 1-acre pond.