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Tyler
Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tyler Police Chief Jimmy Toler said that only partial body camera footage from the Sunday arrest of Brianna Erwin—accused of theft and aggravated assault after firing an officer's pistol—was released to clear up misleading social media reports, and a full investigation is underway. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran visited the UT Tyler School of Nursing on Monday to honor nursing students and faculty during National Nurses Week—he highlighted the vital role of nurses and encouraged them to pursue excellence—and his remarks stressed the importance of lifelong learning in serving East Texas communities. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Two local high school seniors received a prestigious $2,500 STAR Scholarship from P.E.O. International — an honor awarded to 1,233 young women across the US and Canada. Alba Tomás-Martinez from Tyler Legacy High will attend UT-Austin to study architecture while Alexa Remigo from Bishop Thomas K. Gorman High will head to Texas A&M and work with a UT-Tyler professor this summer. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Bullard High School students are gaining hands-on medical experience as part of a new program that lets them work directly with real medical equipment—this effort aims to improve their practical skills for future healthcare careers. CBS19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 14th, the Tyler City Council met to review the May 3 election for Districts 1 and 3, swearing in winners and electing a mayor pro-tem. The council also heard a presentation on a proposal to use about $45 million in revenue bonds (for water and sewer projects) and discussed other items. Tyler Morning Telegraph
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Conjunto Rio Grande Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — LaFe Disco Tyler — Check for ticket info — Enjoy a lively night filled with Conjunto music.
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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.
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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!
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Darrin Morris Band Live Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Dakotas Steaks - Seafood - Chops — Cover charge at the door — Experience a night of live music with the Darrin Morris Band, renowned for their engaging performances across Texas.
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Chris Colston Acoustic Show
7-11 p.m. — Hideaway Lake Club — Open to the public — Enjoy an evening of acoustic music from East Texas native Chris Colston at the Hideaway Lake Clubhouse.
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