Good morning, Tyler.

Brookshire Grocery Co donated over $100,000 worth of ham & fresh produce to stock East Texas food pantries, providing much-needed support for local families.

Ronda Paulson, founder of Isaiah 117 House, shared her journey to launch a Piney Woods home for foster children at Oak Crossing Event Center on Dec.

2. The nonprofit aims to keep siblings together and offer a stable home — it still needs funds and land to start construction.

The SPCA of East Texas featured Garland on Tuesday Tails and now needs local volunteers to bottle-feed animals and foster cats and dogs (volunteer opportunities remain open).

True Vine on the Square, a community staple since 2020, will close its doors this Saturday after exhausting efforts to stay open.

Smith County recorded new assumed business names filings from Nov.

26 to Dec. 4, including Garcia Lawn Full Service, Wright Place Solutions, Padgett Masonry, Roberts Investments, and several others—showing a trend of fresh business identity in the area.

Holli Jones has been named the new coordinator at Smith County Animal Shelter following a department restructuring (she brings extensive animal care expertise) to boost shelter services.

Energy experts with ERCOT — the state's power grid manager — are meeting today to address growing electric loads on the grid and outline strategies to maintain stable power for local households.

A micro-preemie is now thriving after 99 days in the NICU following an emergency C-section at 28 weeks when Sage Sowels’ routine checkup revealed life-threatening pre-eclampsia.

Hospital officials say the baby’s recovery brings hope to local families.

Tyler residents debate whether a real or artificial Christmas tree fits their holiday plans as the season is in full swing, noting differences in cost, upkeep, and nature impact (a key factor for many families).

Tyler Legacy defeated back-to-back champions Martin's Mill on Tuesday in a spirited girls basketball game that highlighted local talent.

The Tyler Lions beat Marshall 67—60 today at Tyler High, marking a strong win for the school team.

This result boosts their momentum as the season unfolds.

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.

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.

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.