Good Day
Tyler
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new report by the East Texas Food Bank and Feeding America shows food insecurity in Gregg and surrounding counties has grown to a gap of more than 44.6 million meals, up from 40.8 million last year — nearly 20% of East Texas adults and about 80,000 children face hunger. The food bank, which will supply roughly 33.3 million meals in 2025, warns that potential SNAP cuts could reduce federal aid and boost the need for community support. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Dairy Queen has launched Miracle Mondays to support kids in Tyler—a new program designed to benefit local families. Officials say more details on the initiative will be shared soon. CBS19
- ➤ SPCA of East Texas is hosting an adoption event at its Tyler center on 3245 W. Grande Blvd from May 19 to May 25—this ongoing event features Arlo, a playful 5-month-old retriever mix; King Fredrick, a 2-year-old collie mix who needs a privacy fence; senior dog Mouse; and cats Rory and Nikki, all spayed/neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. Tyler Morning Telegraph
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A dash cam captured video of shots fired near Lake Tyler Marina today — police are investigating the incident. CBS19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from local schools are fighting a food desert crisis — they are starting a small farm on campus to grow healthy produce for neighbors in our community. 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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