Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
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🏘️ Community
KVNE partnered with St. Paul Children’s Services and Buckner Children and Family Services for its 13th annual shoe drive to collect 2,500 pairs of shoes for East Texas students before school begins — the drive featured a community drop-off event on Friday and comes amid rising need for new shoes, while Buckner will host a back-to-school event on Aug. 2 at ROC First Baptist Church in Longview. This effort helps set students up for success as they start the school year.
Tyler Kennel Club Dog Obedience Trials started Friday at 9 a.m. in Longview and continued Saturday.
They are happening today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Longview Exhibit Building—1123 Jaycee Drive with free admission.
🚨 Crime
Tyler police are searching for a missing 52-year-old woman—officials have not released further details about her last seen location or contact information.
A Smith County jailer named Ryan Davis, 37, was arrested last week for smuggling a vape pen after allegedly accepting $50 from an inmate — he was released on a $25,000 bond on July 18.
Two individuals were arrested in Tyler for cashing lottery tickets believed to be stolen after police received a call from the state lottery office on Friday at 11:30 a.m.—with one suspect fleeing briefly before being captured.
📰 Lifestyle
Smith County Master Gardeners advise Tyler residents to mulch their home gardens now to keep moisture in the soil and stop weeds during the hot summer months.
They recommend organic materials such as pine straw & leaves and warn against using newspapers with colored ink.
🎉 Tyler Events
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Lee Mathis & The Brutally Handsome Live
7 PM — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Ticket prices vary — Experience an energetic blend of outlaw country and swing with a high-energy live show.
Aaron Watson Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Blackhawk Creek Grill — All ages welcome — Experience the sounds of independent country music star Aaron Watson with special guest Gunnar Latham.
Childbirth Education Class Series
Aug 4, 6:30 PM – Sep 1, 8:30 PM — CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler — Refunds up to 7 days before event — An informative and interactive series designed to prepare expectant parents for childbirth.
Chris Munch Comedy Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic talents of Chris Munch, a seasoned performer blending humor and storytelling.
Gene Watson Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless voice of Gene Watson, a Texas country music legend with over 50 years of unforgettable hits.
Music Makers
10:15-11 a.m. — Tyler Public Library — Free entry — Engage babies and preschoolers in a lively morning of singing, dancing, and music-making.
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