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Tuesday, December 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A charity car parade featuring over 40 sports cars led by local physicians and business leaders rolled into the East Texas Crisis Center on Saturday — donating supplies for victims of violence. The drive marked their 14th year giving and their first support for the center.  CBS19
  • BBB Central East Texas warns holiday shoppers about package delivery scams and advises verifying tracking numbers and personal details on official websites. The organization recommends contacting customer service directly to confirm any unexpected delivery messages.  Tyler Morning Telegraph
  • Caldwell Zoo is hosting holiday themed weekend events this month that feature live choir performances and visits from Santa Claus (a festive treat for local families).  CBS19
  • Child Protective Services is delivering holiday presents to hundreds of local families today — Kevin Reece noted the outreach will give children a little extra cheer this season.  CBS19
  • SPCA of East Texas is hosting an adoption event from Dec. 15-21 at its location on W. Grande Blvd. in Tyler — the center is featuring friendly cats and dogs like Saffron, Zarina, Dahlia, Sergio, and Calipso, all spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.  Tyler Morning Telegraph

CULTURE NEWS

  • Holiday lights have returned to the Tyler Rose Garden today — lighting the park with colorful displays and festive charm as families enjoy the seasonal magic.  CBS19

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sabine Elementary reopens today after Monday’s evacuation due to a gas smell that cancelled classes—officials confirmed the investigation cleared the school for students.  CBS19

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Sen. Cornyn spoke at ETBU graduation ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 13, & said rising health care premiums in Texas reached an unsustainable 18 percent. He urged lawmakers to shift federal health funds to tax-free savings for patients & rural hospitals as the Affordable Care Act credits end.  Tyler Morning Telegraph

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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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.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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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.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Marshmallow Pop Making

    5:30-6:30 p.m. — Tyler Public Library — Free entry — A sweet family activity creating tasty marshmallow treats.

    Wed, 1/14/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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