Good Day
Tyler
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A rescue cat found his forever home after spending 650 days in an East Texas shelter. Shelter staff say the adoption (resulting from a long wait) brings hope to local animal lovers. CBS19
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Tyler man, Abiel Correa, 63, stabbed his co-worker’s husband at the Flamingo Club on July 8, 2023 and pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, receiving 10 years’ probation—according to online judicial records. CBS19
- ➤ Brandi Wells was last seen 19 years ago at an East Texas nightclub — her case remains unsolved. CBS19
- ➤ The family of Brandi Wells continues its search for the 23-year-old aspiring educator who vanished during the summer of 2006—nearly 20 years ago—and the case remains unsolved. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler police arrested a man early Monday after a burglary alarm at a business on the 1700 block of W SW Loop 323 (he was identified as Levon Gates Jr., 26 and had several outstanding warrants) and took him to Smith County Jail without incident. Tyler Morning Telegraph
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ NORF Companies will soon begin a partial demolition of the Carlton Hotel parking garage to clear the way for redevelopment—project details have not yet been announced. CBS19
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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.
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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.
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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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Jimmy Fortune Concert
7-9 PM — Liberty Hall — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of country and gospel music with Hall of Fame artist Jimmy Fortune.
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The After Party Live Performance
8 p.m. — Rick's On the Square — Tickets required — Enjoy a dynamic performance of Top 40 hits by an energetic 6-piece band.
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