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Family Dollar has partnered with DoorDash to deliver household goods, groceries and other products to Tyler residents — the service will expand shopping options available through the DoorDash app.

Overton's Star Makers Dance Studio — with 11 members — is traveling to New York to perform in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium hosted a TDEA field assessment on November 19 where 11 East Texas dance and drill teams were evaluated using a marching band-style system — a model that has rapidly grown since its start in Katy ISD.

The pilot program will continue through the spring — aiming to pave the way for Texas’ first official dance and drill team state championship.

A local school in Tyler has seen its cursive club become one of the most popular over the past four years—reviving students' interest in handwriting.

Tyler ISD released the draft calendar for the 2026-27 school year—inviting students, parents, staff and community members to submit feedback at its November board meeting yesterday.

The proposed schedule sets school to begin on Aug. 12, 2026 and end on May 21, 2027 with the comment period closing at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2.

The Tyler Morning Telegraph hosted the third-annual Best Preps Tyler Fall Photo Shoot on Monday at First Presbyterian Church in Tyler where student athletes had their photos taken, enjoyed food from local sponsors, and learned about the award program; the photos will appear in a souvenir magazine ahead of the award banquet on May 11 at Green Acres Crosswalk Center — coaches based nominations on performance, GPA, and community service while spring nominations remain open until March.

Tyler resident Jimmy Ramsey documented the new Smith County Courthouse reaching its topping-out milestone with over 100,000 photos—his work provides a detailed record of the building’s progress.

His images help track the construction as the project moves forward—offering a unique visual timeline.

City leaders are exploring a light rail system to ease traffic in downtown and the medical district as Tyler’s population nears 250,000.

The city hired Kimley-Horn to study this plan and residents have given feedback through surveys and a virtual town hall — the project could also link Tyler to a regional rail service.

East Texas healthcare officials are addressing rural care gaps by training and retaining local professionals — a strategy that aims to improve access in remote parts of the region.

The Arp Tigers will face the Daingerfield Tigers in Round 2 of the playoffs as featured in CBS19’s Game of the Week preview — the matchup tests both teams in a crucial playoff round.

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.

The Rider Open Mic Night

6:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. — Texas African American Museum — Affordable tickets include refreshments — Share your talents or enjoy a night of music and poetry.