Good Day
Tyler
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ East Texas fair season shows a rise in food and ride prices—fairgoers are noticing the higher costs and wondering if the increase will affect attendance. CBS19
- ➤ East Texas students nationwide are gathering today for the annual See You at the Pole event — a student-led prayer gathering where they will pray for their schools, communities and country. CBS19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Winners of the 2025 Best In Town Tyler Paper Readers Choice Awards were announced Saturday after over 100,000 votes were cast in more than 200 categories, honoring local favorites in areas like auto service and healthcare—recognizing names such as Air-RX Duct Cleaning and Henry & Peters PC. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tyler is set to grow as several commercial projects will add jobs and boost business; a roadway extension near Bass Pro Shops, sewer upgrades at Wisenbaker Tract, and a new Amazon facility will ease traffic and attract investors—helping shape the city’s future. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jucys Family of Restaurants started a scholarship program on September 1 to help high school employees 18 and younger earn $1 per hour toward college or trade school expenses—this plan honors the late co-founder Ronny Maxey. Funds will be paid directly to a school after one year of work and graduation. CBS19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Smith County is pushing ahead with its road and bridge projects as County Engineer Frank Davis said Project RB-12-25 is expected to finish in the next few weeks while 121 miles of work orders and heavy truck traffic continue to challenge progress—more bids will be brought to the court soon. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ East Texas veterans were awarded nearly $2M in grants from the Texas Veterans Commission — the funds support programs and services for veterans in the region. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ An East Texas football coach is urging UIL to require EMS at high school games—he said that having emergency services on site would help treat injuries quickly. The coach believes that a clear EMS presence will improve player safety during games. CBS19
- ➤ In Trinity School of Texas's second season with football, the Titans made school history—winning 130-96 over Leverett's Chapel. The record-setting game marked a significant milestone for the team. CBS19
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Paul Cauthen Live
7-8:45 p.m. — Stanley's Famous Pit Barbecue — GA Standing — Experience the soulful sounds of Paul Cauthen amidst the flavors of East Texas BBQ.
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