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Tyler
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Morgan Wright, a beloved East Texas educator killed in a crash, will have visitation begin Sunday, Oct. 5 at Carroway Funeral Home—funeral services will follow on a later date. CBS19
- ➤ An East Texan is working to support youth entering foster care by inviting local help— the initiative seeks to provide better opportunities for children joining the system. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Panaderia Nuevo León has been a neighborhood favorite in Smith County for decades and stands as a cultural cornerstone during Hispanic Heritage Month—honoring Hispanic traditions and time-honored recipes. CBS19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Texas at Tyler named Ryan Poynter as the new executive director of the R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center after 13 years at Eastern Kentucky University's Center for the Arts. He will lead the 2,012-seat venue and work with the advisory board to offer arts, entertainment and educational programs. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Miss Texas Sadie Schiermeyer, first runner-up to Miss America, hosted a special assembly at Pine Tree Middle School today. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler ISD Career and Technology Center hosted a U.S. Navy Strike Group mixed-reality exhibit on October 1 that let students try a flight deck simulation, a Navy SEAL test, and an Arctic submarine mission. The event highlighted technology, teamwork, and a $180,000 ROTC scholarship program—showing new STEM career paths. Tyler Morning Telegraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two East Texas lawmakers may be blocked from the March GOP primary as state party leaders weigh a possible censure over votes seen as against party principles—this decision could soon affect their election chances. CBS19
- ➤ Smith County commissioners approved a new interlocal agreement on Tuesday between the county and UT Health Science Center at Tyler to improve inmate medical services at the county jail—expanding on-site mental health care and student rotations to help recruit needed staff amid rising medication costs. Officials said the new deal builds on past efforts to secure better care and transparency for inmates. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Today, Rep. Nathaniel Moran told CBS19 that a government shutdown could affect federal services—he said lawmakers will meet soon to decide on next steps. CBS19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The new GET-NBLIC hub in Tyler—located at 3334 SSW Loop 323, Suite 120—expands free health education and support services for underserved communities by coordinating cancer screening and mental health resources, and it is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. This office will help community members access vital health resources. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Dr. Jose Serpa was named Smith County's new health authority by the Commissioners Court, Tyler City Council & NET Health on October 1, and he will investigate diseases, enforce quarantine orders and report outbreaks to local authorities. Tyler Morning Telegraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The All Saints Trojans are entering this football season with high confidence that shows on the field—longtime fans say the team has steadily built its reputation as a rising powerhouse. CBS19
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