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Tyler
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Tyler City Council approved zoning changes for BJ's Wholesale Club to expand into East Texas at South Broadway Ave. and West Cumberland Road—granting a special use permit for fuel sales. The decision lets the store begin construction and secure the necessary permits as it becomes one of its first Texas locations. CBS19
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Scotty Lee Goble is accused of fatally shooting business owner Heriberto 'Eddie' Ramirez Jr. in the parking lot of Junior’s Taqueria on Oct. 11, 2024—prosecutors said he repeatedly changed his story as his trial began Tuesday while his attorneys claim he acted in self-defense. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ A witness said a one-on-one fight—between Eddie Ramirez and Goble—at a Tyler restaurant turned violent when gunfire erupted and killed the business owner. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ East Texas singer Bob Mauldin discussed his new album and his strong country roots in a recent interview. He has been a staple in the region for many years—continuing a long tradition of authentic music. CBS19
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tyler City Council approved an economic development agreement on Wednesday with Valencia Hotel Group to build the new Blackstone Hotel in downtown Tyler. The hotel—set on the former Regions Bank lobby site—will have 140 guest rooms and 5,700 square feet of meeting space, create at least 60 jobs, and begin construction within three years with operations starting by Jan. 1. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a lively spelling bee held Tuesday at Green Acres Baptist Church, Genesis Group defeated Tyler Junior College in a sudden death round to win the 34th annual Corporate Spelling Bee. The event raised over $80,000 for PAVE East Texas—an organization that supports adult education through literacy and skill training—drawing more than 500 community members. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Bullard ISD approved a $33,725,000 budget for 2025-26 and set a tax rate of $1.2469 per $100 valuation on Monday at a special meeting. The budget includes raises for teachers and staff (first-year teachers received a $2,000 raise, teachers with one to four years received $4,000, and teachers with five or more years received $8,000 along with a 5% raise for non-teaching staff) to help address a $400,000 general fund shortfall due to rising costs. Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews began demolishing the aging ground storage tank on South Glenwood Boulevard—unused for over 30 years—as part of a $276,684 contract that removes its foundation, retaining wall, brick building, and chain link fence; city officials say the work will take four to five days and finish by October without disrupting traffic. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Legislators passed a bill that will limit how much cities and counties may raise property taxes without a resident vote—this law is set to protect taxpayers from unexpected hikes. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nic Redwine, an all-state football player from Robert E. Lee High, will be inducted into the Tyler ISD Athletics Hall of Fame today at halftime of the Texas High at Tyler Legacy football game. The ceremony is held at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium—the game begins at 7 p.m. on Earl Campbell Field. Tyler Morning Telegraph
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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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Giovannie & The Hired Guns Concert
7:15 p.m. — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — GA Standing — Experience an energetic blend of alt-metal, Red Dirt country, and Latin pop from this dynamic Texas band.
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The Unknown Tour
6-8:30 p.m. — W.T. Brookshire Conference Center — Ticket prices vary — A night of fun, clean comedy, worship, and encouragement for women.
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Red Not Chili Peppers Tribute Concert
7:15-10:15 p.m. — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy tribute to the iconic funk rock band with a dynamic performance and nostalgic hits.
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