Good Day
Tyler
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On May 22, Tyler residents joined a 2.2-mile walk led by Barbie Rhode to honor her son and raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention ahead of Memorial Day. CBS19
- ➤ Hundreds completed 'The Murph' fitness challenge on Monday, May 25 at a Tyler gym — a Memorial Day event honoring fallen soldiers that united the community. CBS19
- ➤ A Memorial Day ceremony at Tyler Memorial Park Cemetery featured a 21-gun salute, music (honoring fallen U.S. service members) and tributes from community members. CBS19
- ➤ On Memorial Day, Tyler veterans gathered at American Legion Post 12 to honor fallen servicemembers and reflect on shared military experiences. The event underscored the community's commitment to remembrance. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jim Henson’s Creature Shop now begins public tours that showcase how Muppets & Fraggle Rock puppets are made. The tours give locals a first-hand look at the creative process behind the characters. CBS19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ East Texas Communities Foundation awarded $172,750 in scholarships to graduating Smith County High School students yesterday - part of $1.1 million in awards for high school and college students for the upcoming school year. Tyler Morning Telegraph
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The SPCA of East Texas is featuring adoptable pets from May 25–31, including playful cats and rescued dogs needing loving families. Interested adopters can visit the center (3245 W. Grande Blvd.) for more details. Tyler Morning Telegraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UT Tyler Patriots will face Central Missouri at 12:30 p.m. Friday, May 29, in Cary, North Carolina at the NCAA Division II College World Series. The team advanced after defeating Colorado Mesa and is set to compete through June 6 in its second straight appearance. CBS19
- ➤ The East Texas Baptist University baseball team advanced to the NCAA Division III National Championship by defeating the University of Lynchburg. The win boosts local pride and sets the stage for upcoming tournament rounds. 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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