Good morning, Tyler.

Tomorrow the East Texas State Fair returns at The Park of East Texas in Tyler, offering 10 days of carnival rides, live music, rodeo events and family activities — including Food Row and a debut Monster X Tour for monster truck enthusiasts.

Local entrepreneurs filed new business names in Smith County from Sept.

10-17, 2026, with entries including All School Awards of Texas LLC and Highly Embodied Yoga. These filings signal new ventures and growing business activity in the area.

The American Red Cross is hosting its 'Battle of the Badges' blood drive in Whitehouse to rebuild the local blood supply.

Donors can help by visiting designated centers +check donor requirements at each site+.

Tyler is busy with apartment construction as three projects—Landmark @31, The Parker at Tyler, and Oak Hill Apartments—add 564 units plus the city council approved 16.5 acres for affordable homes on North Broadway near Loop 323; retailers will see more local spending when these units fill.