Good morning, Tyler.

Tyler and Longview are competing in the second annual Spread the Love Drive to collect peanut butter jars for the East Texas Food Bank during Hunger Action Month—jars will be collected until Sept.

25 and the winner will be announced on Sept. 29.

Andy Bergfeld said the Bergfeld legacy lives on in Tyler through real estate projects, downtown revitalization, and the historic Bergfeld Park donated over a century ago — his family has long supported local growth and public services.

He now leads Bergfeld Realty Company and serves on the school board, keeping the family tradition strong.

The Tyler Rose Garden draws over 100,000 visitors yearly—it features more than 38,000 rose bushes and 600 varieties along paved pathways.

The city plans to update the indoor Rose Garden Center as it prepares for the Texas Rose Festival in October.

The Bullard Education Foundation visited all six Bullard ISD campuses on Thursday morning and awarded teachers $48,749 in grants—supporting 34 innovative learning projects that include interactive games, field trips, and new technology—to improve student learning.

Smith County Judge Neal Franklin announced his re-election campaign on Thursday from the rooftop of Venue One Eleven in downtown Tyler—where he highlighted his record in job creation, economic growth, and public safety ahead of the March primary.

He pledged to keep building strong local partnerships and offer tax relief for families.

The First Baptist Academy Eagles beat the Grace Community School Cougars 42-35 in their Week 2 high school football game in Tyler — the win builds early season confidence for the team.

Tyler Legacy beat Tyler High 48-21 in the 70th meeting of the Rose City Rivalry at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, jumping to a 34-0 halftime lead and marking its first series win since 2022—trimming the overall record to 35-34-1.

Tyler Legacy will play at Marshall on Sept. 12 while Tyler High will host Dallas Seagoville next.

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.

Rubik's Cube Run

6:45-10:15 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Check event page for cost — Tackle a colorful challenge with a unique twist at the inaugural Rubik's Cube 5K, 10K, & 15K.

Successfully Leading Change in Healthcare

5:30-8:00 p.m. — The Grove Kitchen & Gardens — Registration required — Engage with thought leaders as they discuss effective change management strategies in healthcare.

AJ Wilkerson Comedy Show

9 PM - 1 AM — Rose City Comedy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the charming and hilarious AJ Wilkerson.

Piney Woods Ultra

7 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Tyler State Park — Registration fee applies — Challenge yourself across multiple distances in a scenic Texas setting.

2025 East Texas Previvor Dinner

Free exhibit and educational dinner (preregistration required by 9/28) as part of Hereditary Cancer Awareness Week. Tony Savage, a former defensive tackle with the San Diego Chargers and male breast cancer survivor with a BRCA2 genetic mutation, will be this year’s patient speaker.