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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Following Grandparents Day on Sept 7, BBB Serving Central East Texas shared clear tips to help older adults and their families spot scam red flags and protect their finances—using tools like ScamTracker and free credit report services. The group said these steps can keep seniors informed and safe as scammers change their tactics. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Girl Scouts announced a new rocky road-inspired cookie called 'explore-mores' that will soon join their cookie lineup for local sales. CBS19
DRINK NEWS
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A $2 million winning Powerball ticket was sold on Sept. 6 at Super Food Mart at 2431 ESE Loop 323 in Tyler—one of several second-tier winners sold statewide. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UT Tyler reached its highest enrollment ever with 11,602 students recorded on Sept. 8, up 10.07% from last fall—1,561 of whom were first-time students while graduate enrollment hit a record 3,264, reinforcing the university’s commitment to expanding programs for East Texas students. Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas agencies to block hemp sales to minors and to tighten testing, labeling, and enforcement rules for hemp products— the executive order, announced today, directs agencies to implement these guidelines promptly. CBS19
- ➤ A 6-month-old infant retired from the City of Tyler’s program that lets new parents work with their babies for the first six months—marking the end of a special work-accompaniment milestone. CBS19
- ➤ Crews working on the new Smith County Courthouse say that despite over 100 days of bad weather slowing progress, the building remains on schedule—officials report that work will continue without further delay. CBS19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local climber had a brain cyst removed through awake surgery today, a procedure that let doctors monitor her brain functions as they operated—this treatment was the only option to safely remove her cyst. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lindale Eagles—undefeated so far—will face the Van Vandals on Friday as they try to keep their winning streak alive. CBS19
- ➤ During rivalry week, the Whitehouse Wildcats are determined to bounce back after last week's loss to Kilgore — they will focus on improving their play in the upcoming games. CBS19
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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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