Good morning, Tyler.

The SPCA of East Texas will hold a pet adoption event from Sept.

29 to Oct. 5 at its center on W. Grande Blvd in Tyler—offering animals like Peach, a 12-year-old mix with special needs, and others looking for a loving home.

A Smith County judge delayed his ruling on the custody of 44 dogs rescued from malnutrition in a suspected puppy mill—this leaves their fate to be decided in a future court decision.

UT Tyler School of Nursing celebrated the grand opening of its renovated building on Friday — the new simulation labs now give students hands-on practice in patient care as community leaders and school officials praised its modern design.

Tyler ISD's Early College High School and Whitehouse ISD's Stanton-Smith Elementary—two of 26 schools statewide—were honored as Inaugural Lone Star Ribbon Schools when the awards were announced on September 29.

Erwin Street was closed from Bois D’Arc to Broadway as the Fain Group began work on downtown Tyler improvements at the corner with College Ave Monday—College Ave also stayed closed for underground utility work while businesses maintained access via fencing.

Dairy Queen visited Morning Y'all this fall to share its seasonal treats—classic Pumpkin Pie Blizzard and new Caramel Toffee Cookie Blizzard are available for a limited time.

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.

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.

Pink October

7:45-10:15 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fee — Run or walk to support Breast Cancer Research during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Swing for Hope Golf & Bingo Tournament

7:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Hollytree Country Club — Support a great cause — Experience a fun-filled morning of Golf or Bingo while helping children in foster care.

John Conlee Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Liberty Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of classic country hits from John Conlee.

2025 Annual Business Meeting of RFHP

9:30 a.m. — Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center — $0-$150 — Gather for workshops, business meetings, and technical sessions at the 15th Annual Meeting focused on reservoir fisheries.

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025

3:00 p.m. — Noble E. Young Park — Registration fee covers five weeks — A fun running program for kids Pre-K through 8th grade with various distances and awards.

Roads to Opportunities Youth Conference

8:30 AM – 1:45 PM — Tyler Junior College - West Campus — Registration required — Explore pathways to youth empowerment and opportunity.

Autumn Nights: An Evening of Spoken Word

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Texas African American Museum — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of poetic performances and storytelling in Tyler.