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Today’s edition · Thurs., Nov. 5

Toys R Us reopens in Tyler on Fri., Nov. 6

Plus, a new Denny's on South Beckham and a new bistro downtown.

The Good Day Tyler team7 sources3 min read

News Notes

Toys R Us

If you grew up singing the theme song, Toys R Us is scheduled to open Friday, Nov. 6 at . It's the store's return to Tyler after years away. Mix 97.9 FM

Denny's

A new Denny's at 1226 South Beckham Avenue is scheduled to open Monday, Nov. 9. It's in the former Grandy's building, which has been getting a makeover. 101.5 KNUE

Downtown dining

Brickstreet Bistro has taken over the former Culture ETX space at 118 West Erwin Street. Executive chef Dylan Sexton serves New York-style pizza, pasta, seafood, steaks, and chops. 101.5 KNUE

Friday football

Tyler Legacy is 2-7 overall and 1-5 in District 10-6A, and plays at Royse City on Friday after a 56-34 loss to Forney. In District 7-5A Division I, Tyler (7-2, 5-1) has clinched a playoff berth. Tyler Morning Telegraph

Longview leads District 10-⁠6A at 6-⁠0

TeamOverallDistrict
Longview8-16-0
Rockwall7-25-1
Rockwall-Heath5-44-2
North Forney4-44-2
Forney3-63-3
Tyler Legacy2-71-5
Royse City2-71-5
Mesquite Horn0-90-6

Source: Tyler Morning Telegraph

State meet

Bullard's girls cross country team and freshman Cooper Cummings run at the UIL state championships Friday at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. The Lady Panthers placed fourth at the Class 4A Region III meet to earn the trip. Tyler Morning Telegraph

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Toys R Us reopens in Tyler on Fri., Nov. 6

Plus, a new Denny's on South Beckham and a new bistro downtown.

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  1. Toys R Us is scheduled to open at Broadway Square Mall Fri., Nov. 6
  2. A new Denny's on South Beckham is set to open Mon., Nov. 9
  3. Brickstreet Bistro takes over 118 West Erwin downtown
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