Monday, May 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An East Texas church celebrated its 150th anniversary by revealing a time capsule with items from 1975. The ceremony marked the church's long history and involved local community members. CBS19
- ➤ J-Star Ministries is collecting supplies for Saint Louis—local donors are invited to contribute essential items as the group prepares to deliver help. CBS19
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A boat and jet ski collided on Lake Tyler West, killing one person. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler police rescued a missing 60-year-old man from a creek bed on Saturday night after severe thunderstorms trapped him without his vital medication—officers found him cold, injured and unable to move and provided him with urgent medical help. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday night, Tyler police and Smith County deputies responded to a shots fired call at Lake Tyler Marina where a suspect allegedly used an AK-style weapon and was arrested; no injuries were reported. Tyler Morning Telegraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UT Tyler Baseball made program history by clinching a spot in the Super Regionals—marking the team's first advancement this far. The team will next compete in the regional playoffs as part of an ongoing season. CBS19
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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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The Haggertys Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night of energetic 90's rock covers with The Haggertys.
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Texas Bluebonnets Painting Class
12-2 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — $37-$40 per painter — Celebrate Texas' iconic flower while enjoying a fun paint and sip experience.
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