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Tyler
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Tyler and Longview offer many events that bring the community together. In Tyler, a holiday bazaar, children’s business fair, charity car show, Dad Bowl and tree planting will take place, while Longview hosts a pet adoption event, holiday shopping, chili cook-off, SpongeBob musical and toy drive — giving everyone a chance to join in the fun. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ The Tyler Hispanic Business Alliance hosted its 2025 Hispanic Achievers and Business Leaders Awards ceremony at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center on November 20th (in Tyler) to honor Hispanic business owners and community leaders for their achievements, including Junior’s Taqueria winning Restaurant Business of the Year. City officials and local members attended the event (featuring a luncheon and seven award categories) as the organization highlighted the growing influence of Hispanic entrepreneurship in our region. Tyler Morning Telegraph
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews battled a large industrial facility fire while Pleasant Retreat United Methodist Church in Tyler opened its doors to evacuees—providing safe shelter for affected residents. CBS19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cody Johnson, a Sebastopol native—Groveton High School graduate, won the CMA Male Vocalist of the Year for 2025 and his win spotlights his success as a leading East Texas country music artist. CBS19
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New economic data shows that paychecks are not stretching as far as they once did — a sign that many Tyler families will face higher holiday costs. Rising prices and tighter budgets may force locals to reduce spending this season. CBS19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ East Texas healthcare officials are training local professionals and investing in new clinics to improve access in rural areas—this work includes recruiting students and expanding telehealth services to help patients get care closer to home. UT Health and Christus Health plan to build more facilities and offer virtual care so families do not delay getting treatment. CBS19
- ➤ A deadly horse virus outbreak is causing event shutdowns statewide—horse owners in East Texas are taking extra precautions to safeguard their animals. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The San Augustine Wolves defeated the Waskom Wildcats 36—24 in the second round of Texas high school football playoffs, advancing the Wolves and ending the Wildcats' season. CBS19
- ➤ In Tyler, the Arp Tigers edged the Daingerfield Tigers 29—28 in a close second-round playoff high school football game. The win advances Arp to the next round in the 2025 Texas season. CBS19
- ➤ In the second round of the Texas high school football playoffs, the Lindale Eagles faced the Fort Bend Crawford Chargers. The Fort Bend Crawford team won the game 35-20. CBS19
- ➤ The Overton Mustangs beat the Goldthwaite Eagles 47-13 in a second-round playoff game of the 2025 Texas high school football season — the win boosted their chances to advance. CBS19
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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.
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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’.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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