Good Day
Tyler
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Lake Palestine resort is still rebuilding after a tornado as local families gear up for Memorial Day weekend, with repair work and community support ongoing. Recovery efforts continue to restore services for the resort, demonstrating the community’s resilience in the aftermath. CBS19
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Residents can save on Energy Star appliances during a tax-free weekend with no limit on qualifying purchases across Texas, as the state promotes energy efficiency and cost savings. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler residents planning Memorial Day barbecues may face higher food costs as WalletHub reports record-high beef prices driving up spending. Local families are advised to review their budgets before the holiday cookout. CBS19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Arp High School celebrated the graduation of 78 seniors yesterday at the Clark Wayne Roberts Auditorium in a rainy ceremony, with 10 honors graduates and 21 National Honor Society members earning $432,802 in scholarships. Valedictorian Case Arrington and salutatorian Jaycee McCollum delivered speeches urging graduates to meet future challenges head-on. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Xavier Askew, a special-needs graduate from Jarvis Christian University in Hawkins in May, plans to begin a master’s program later this year and published a book titled No More Labels (inspiring others to overcome limits). Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT warns East Texans to buckle up as Memorial Day travel is expected to rise; officials said 43 unbelted drivers died in 2025. CBS19
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rising grocery prices for classic barbecue items are prompting Tyler families to consider affordable swaps when planning Memorial Day cookouts later this week. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Regional playoff action continues today in Tatum as Overton and Beckville compete in Game 2 for the series lead (a pivotal contest for both teams). CBS19
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Family Face-Off: Parent-Kid Olympics Fun Day
11 a.m. — Tyler Legacy Baseball/Softball Fields — Free entry — Compete in a family showdown with obstacle courses, races, and plenty of fun.
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Springtime Meadow Paint and Sip
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — $20 add-on for candle making — Create vibrant spring-inspired art while enjoying a fun social atmosphere.
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Hayes Carll Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of authentic Texas country folk music with Hayes Carll.
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Hermanos Rodriguez in Tyler, Texas
8-11 p.m. — LaFe Disco Tyler — Check for ticket prices — Experience the hits of Los Hermanos Rodriguez and Konzentido live on stage.
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Quiana Lynell Live Performance
6:00 – 11:59 PM — Rick's On the Square — Ticket prices undisclosed — Experience Grammy-nominated vocalist Quiana Lynell in an intimate homecoming concert with her Lush Life Band.
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Starlit Meadow Paint and Sip
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — BYOB — Create a mystical garden painting while sipping your favorite drink in a fun and social atmosphere.
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Sunset Oasis - Paint and Sip
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — BYOB — Enjoy a creative evening of painting a beautiful sunset while sipping your favorite drink.
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Mystic Moonstone Paint and Sip Night
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — Ticketed event — Unleash your creativity and enjoy a magical evening painting under a celestial theme with your favorite sip.
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Let the Sea Set You Free - Paint and Sip
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Pinot's Palette, Tyler, TX — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a colorful afternoon of painting and sipping in a lively studio environment.
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Once Upon a Swan - Paint and Sip
7-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette, Tyler, TX — $20 add-on for candle making — Create a mother swan and cygnets painting while enjoying your favorite drink in a social atmosphere.
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