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Tyler
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tyler Patrolman's Association raised over $10k to help more kids take part in a Christmas shopping spree — a $100 trip with first responders where children choose their own gifts in December. CBS19
- ➤ United Way of Smith County rebranded its online giving campaign from Tyler Gives to Give United on Tuesday, December 2 to help support 27 local nonprofits that serve families with youth education, food access and financial help. Donations made on December 2 were matched up to $100,000 by Express Employment Professionals and United Way — marking the organization’s 85th annual fundraising effort. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Lillie Russell Memorial Library in Lindale will host Santa’s Bake Shop — the event invites local families to enjoy holiday treats while supporting a good cause. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler Salvation Army is asking community members to adopt 980 angel tags—still on trees at Tyler and Lindale—before Saturday. Captain Kristin Coriston said the organization relies on local support for this effort. CBS19
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Tyler is running a Giving Tuesday campaign to help local families get food, shelter and emergency support — every dollar donated stays in the area. CBS19
- ➤ SPCA of East Texas featured Buckwheat—a 7‑week‑old kitten from the Our Gang litter rescued at 3.5 weeks—in its Tuesday Tails column in Tyler. The nonprofit needs volunteers to bottle feed and foster cats and dogs, with adoption by appointment Tuesday through Saturday at 3393 W. Grande Blvd. CBS19
- ➤ The SPCA of East Texas, which cares for over 100 animals daily, said it may cut services or close its shelter if it does not receive enough donations by Giving Tuesday. The nonprofit faces a six-figure budget shortfall and, after helping 865 animals this year, is asking the community for support — every donation counts — to keep its rescue program running. CBS19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BBB Wise Giving Alliance urged donors to research charities for Giving Tuesday by checking websites and state records — the tips included verifying charity names and financial details — according to president Art Taylor. The advice was published on Tuesday, December 2 and aims to help donors give wisely during the holiday season. Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Chapel Hill High School, a student-led Shoes for Kids event celebrated its 29th annual run by providing new shoes and an unforgettable day for 200 children — a milestone that highlights the school's ongoing effort to support youth. CBS19
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kilgore’s Bulldogs beat Little Cypress-Mauriceville, Stafford and Bridge City by a combined score of 137 to 14 in the playoffs and will face Fort Bend Crawford in state quarterfinals soon. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler High Raiders beat Tyler Legacy boys basketball team 72—66 and showed strong teamwork in a close game. CBS19
- ➤ The Lindale Eagles edged out the Whitehouse boys basketball team by a score of 47—45 in a close game. CBS19
- ➤ Tyler High fell 66—36 to Texas High’s girls basketball team in a game where the visitors dominated from start to finish. CBS19
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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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Angela Owen Live Comedy Show
7-10:15 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Tickets from $74 — Enjoy a night of laughs with the talented Angela Owen in Tyler, TX.
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Holiday Lights in the Garden
5-8 p.m. — Tyler Rose Garden — Free admission — Experience a spectacular holiday display of twinkling lights and festive music in a beautiful garden setting.
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