Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
Good morning, Tyler.
The City of Tyler has filed new business names from Oct.
26 to Nov. 1, 2025, listing companies such as See It Clean Solutions, B&T Enterprise, D&S Leathercraft, Angelica Cleaning Service, Top Kicks Youth Soccer, J L Masonry, J and M Transmission, Eleven15 Express, Olivares Utilities and Odyssey Plumbing Company.
East Texas teacher Jokeshua Fuller (hoping to raise $6,000) launched a winter break fundraiser to help feed over 60 families (the effort addresses food insecurities in the community).
Gov. Greg Abbott visited ETX Brewing Company in downtown Tyler yesterday to launch his 2026 reelection campaign and share his plan for lowering property taxes.
His five-step approach will limit local spending, require voter approval for any tax increase, and adjust property assessments—measures he said would boost small businesses while supporting law enforcement.
Kim Bush from UT Tyler School of Medicine Center for Community and Rural Health Education shared insights on diabetes and prevention measures during CBS19’s Wellness Wednesday.
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.
Chanukah Klezmer Concert
7-9 p.m. — True Vine Brewing Company — In-person only — Celebrate Chanukah with joyful Klezmer music from the Tyler Klezmer Ensemble.
Holiday Lights in the Garden
5-8 p.m. — Tyler Rose Garden — Free admission — Experience a dazzling display of thousands of holiday lights in a festive wonderland.
A Dickens' Christmas Celebration
4 PM-8 PM — East Texas State Fair Administration Office — Paid parking — Experience a charming Olde English Christmas town with hot cocoa, carolers, and festive vendors.
Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9:00 p.m. — The SportsZone Bar and Grill — Tickets available online only — Celebrate the season in your ugliest sweater with games, contests, and festive cheer in Downtown Tyler.
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