Good morning, Tyler.

Several Hangers of Hope stores across East Texas are spurring holiday spirit by offering festive decor and special events—encouraging shoppers to start their Christmas celebrations early.

Tyler residents have a fun fall weekend with the Evans Fall Carnival at Broadway Square Mall offering rides, games and treats from 6 to 10 p.m. through Sunday & the Run for One event at Faulkner Park starting at 9 a.m. Saturday to support Type 1 Diabetes awareness.

Other local events include a Happy Holidays Bazaar at First Christian Church from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and a Jeweled Christmas Tree Workshop downtown where people can design a festive tree.

An East Texas mom is fighting for tougher laws after her child, Coby Davilla, died in a head-on collision on FM 2419 when Richard Lynn Cooksey Jr.—an impaired driver—crossed the center divide.

The Junior League of Tyler kicked off its 47th annual Mistletoe & Magic at the W.T.

Brookshire Conference Center with a preview party that showcased a 'Lone Star Holiday' theme and live music—each purchase supports local nonprofits. The market will continue through the weekend with extended hours and family-friendly activities to encourage community involvement.

Grocery stores in Tyler will sell whole turkeys at 70% higher prices this Thanksgiving due to avian influenza & lower turkey production, while costs for ingredients like eggs and potatoes have dropped.

David Anderson from Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Service said shoppers may find better deals by starting their holiday shopping early.

The Henderson Lions and Chapel Hill Bulldogs will play a game preview this week as each team prepares to secure a win—local fans can expect to see strong team efforts and key player matchups.

The event will give a close look at the teams' skills as they head into the contest.

2025 Team Hope 5K

8:30-10 a.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fee applies — Unite with the HD community for a rewarding run and support event.

ACHE of East Texas Annual Chapter & Membership Event

5:30-8 p.m. — Wisenbaker Conference Center — Dinner & cocktails included — Engage in transformative networking and education on public health and healthcare collaboration.

Giving Thanks 5k, 10k, 15k & Half Marathon

8:00 a.m. — Southside Park — Low-cost participation — Celebrate the spirit of gratitude with a friendly race for all ages and abilities.

Childbirth Education Class Series

6:30-8:30 p.m. — CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler — Ticket required — Prepare for childbirth with essential knowledge and support in an interactive class series.

Christmas Market at Andy's Frozen Custard

5:30-10 p.m. — Andy's Frozen Custard — Free entry — Discover local vendors and enjoy festive treats at this holiday market.

The Holiday Showdown

6:45-11:15 AM — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fee applies — Compete in a festive run with custom holiday finisher medals to mark your achievement.

2025 Rose City Christmas Parade and Drone Show

6:30-11:59 p.m. — CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium — $1.00 or one canned food item — Experience the festive fun of the Rose City Christmas Parade and Drone Show with a theme of ‘Unite For Good’.

Season's Greetings Running Event

8:00 a.m. — Southside Park — Free entry — Run or walk in a friendly atmosphere with multiple distance options and medals for all participants.