Good morning, Tyler.

Five East Texas barbecue restaurants partnered to celebrate 903 Day by offering special deals and showing support to the local community.

The event unites businesses and neighbors across the region in a day of appreciation.

The East Texas Food Bank is nominated for Chick-fil-A’s True Inspiration Award + is asking locals to vote now so it can secure a vital grant for hunger relief efforts in our area.

The September/October 2026 Business and Legacy Issue of ETX View is now available featuring stories on longtime businesses including Tyler Pipe and a tribute to Tyler Junior College's 100th anniversary—subscribers can also pick up copies from select retail locations.

Dr. M. Rhys Dotson, (a history professor at the University of Texas at Tyler) explained Labor Day’s roots in East Texas during a recent interview.

He said the holiday honors early workers who fought for fair pay and safe conditions.

The East Texas Symphony Orchestra will perform its sixth annual Symphony in the Park this Labor Day weekend at 7 p.m. at Bergfeld Park in Tyler.

Community members are invited to arrive early & bring a blanket or chair to enjoy a free family-friendly concert.

Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt and other regional leaders have proposed a groundwater conservation district to regulate commercial wells and protect water supplies for homes, farms, and businesses.

The district will need legislative approval and is expected to include 17 counties sharing rulemaking and fee responsibilities.

The Smith County Historical Society held a free sports history event on Thursday at the Historic Mayfair Building in Tyler where local sports legends shared insights and attendees viewed archival footage and memorabilia with proceeds from a silent auction benefiting the society.