Good morning, Tyler.

Tyler was ranked the second-best place to live in Texas by WorldAtlas after evaluating 13 cities on factors like good healthcare, low living costs, and quality schools (top local hospitals and strong schools helped boost the ranking).

Lindale High School announced that former Longhorns quarterback Tyrone Swoopes joined its football coaching staff on Friday morning; Swoopes (a four-star recruit from Whitewright High School and former University of Texas player) will serve as the Eagles' tight ends coach.

Tyler City Council approved a resolution on Wednesday to work with TxDOT to design safety upgrades on Highway 110 from Aberdeen Drive to County Road 2123 to address over 700 crashes from 2015 to 2024—16% of those crashes resulted in severe injuries or deaths.

TxDOT will fully fund the design and construction while the city pays no share.

City of Tyler approved a resolution to build a shared-use path that will connect places like Tyler Junior College, the future UT Tyler School of Medicine, UT Health East Texas, Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital, downtown, and the new courthouse.

The $4.8 million project—funded through a Transportation Alternatives grant and designed with TxDOT—will improve safety and access for pedestrians, bikers and mobility device users.

A protest organized by the group No Kings will take place in East Texas—officials have not yet shared details on timing, location, or the reasons behind the event.

Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome Live Show

7-11 p.m. — Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse — Ticket info not provided — Experience high-energy outlaw and traditional country music from a unique band.

Texas Rose Breed Show

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Texas Rose Horse Park — Local entry fees apply — Compete in USEF judged classes and earn points this summer.

Darrin Morris Band Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Dakotas Steaks - Seafood - Chops — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an electrifying live show from the Darrin Morris Band, showcasing their musical journey and talent.

Live Music with Lee Mathis & the Brutally Handsome

7-11 p.m. — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Check venue for details — Enjoy a high-energy performance from an outlaw country band that's truly one-of-a-kind.

Sheila And The Caddo Kats

6-10 p.m. — FRESH by Brookshire's — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music with Sheila and The Caddo Kats at a unique grocery destination.

The All-American Boom!

6:45-11:15 AM — Rose Rudman Park — Check website for details — Celebrate Independence Day with a community-focused run event for all ages.

Tommy Brennan Comedy Night

7-11 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of laughs with Tommy Brennan, a Comedy Cellar regular and Comedy Central featured comedian.

Todd Freeman & Bullet Proof Concert

8 PM – 2 AM — Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse — $7 — Enjoy live Texas music with Todd Freeman and Bullet Proof at this local venue.

Summer Break Running Festival

7:30 a.m. — Southside/Rose Rudman Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate summer with a 5k, 10k, 15k, or Half Marathon distance in Tyler's scenic park.