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Tyler
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025
Good morning, Tyler. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hunger for Love hosts its annual Christmas Under the Bridge event under the Gentry Parkway bridge, where community members enjoy food, games and music to share holiday cheer and help neighbors in need. The event marks 15 years of fostering connection and hope in Tyler. CBS19
- ➤ Travelers at Tyler Pounds Regional Airport enjoy extra holiday cheer today as therapets provide comfort to those waiting to board flights (adding a heartwarming touch to busy holiday travel). CBS19
- ➤ The SPCA of East Texas hosted Tuesday Tails with Cash and is now seeking volunteers to bottle feed and foster cats and dogs. Community members are encouraged to support these efforts at the local facility. CBS19
- ➤ Therapet donated 2,300 pounds of dog food to Meals on Wheels East Texas, ensuring over 400 clients' pets will be fed for months — a boost that supports local pet owners and strengthens community resources. CBS19
- ➤ Families gathered for the fourth annual free Santa photos at Plaza Tower in downtown Tyler on Dec. 22, where children enjoyed a festive photo session — complete with candy canes and holiday decor by Mande Ramsey Interior Design. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Goudarzi & Young Law Firm continued its annual holiday ham giveaway by handing out Bear Creek Hams to families in need, supporting local households during the season. CBS19
- ➤ East Texas is celebrating the holiday season with festive attractions running through December and into early January, featuring drive-thru light parks, family train rides and ice skating at local venues. Tyler residents can visit locations like the Rose Garden and Discovery Science Place (details vary by venue). Tyler Morning Telegraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UT Tyler School of Medicine students will begin classes on Jan. 5 in the new Medical Education Building, a 250,000 sqft, five-story facility off South Beckham Avenue + East Lake Street, after faculty moved from the Health Science Center; anatomy and simulation sessions will transition in the spring. Tyler Morning Telegraph
- ➤ Sabine ISD freshman Thomas Hawthorne will continue a family legacy by performing in the Pasadena Rose Parade, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather; his participation highlights a multigenerational tradition in the arts. CBS19
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts advise holiday travelers to take precautions in crowded areas (such as airports and indoor gatherings) to reduce virus exposure during peak travel season. Tyler residents are encouraged to follow these simple guidelines as they prepare for holiday trips. CBS19
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Twenty Tyler restaurants are open on Christmas Day, offering diverse menus from steakhouse to breakfast dinnertime; visitors can dine at spots such as Saltgrass Steak House & IHOP, with many options available from morning hours to evening meal times. Tyler Morning Telegraph
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ East Texas native Haynes King was named the 2025 Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award winner after a standout season as Georgia Tech's quarterback, confirming his local roots and impressive skill. CBS19
- ➤ East Texas sports fans have put forward a wish list for 2026 that includes state championship rings + new stadiums, aiming to boost local athletic opportunities across the region. CBS19
- ➤ Whitehouse ISD has hired Brett Gilchrist as its new head football coach and he will start on Jan. 5. The 5A Division I coach is known for his team-first style and will work to boost the team's performance. CBS19
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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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Marshmallow Pop Making
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Tyler Public Library — Free entry — A sweet family activity creating tasty marshmallow treats.
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Live Music Night with Los Huracanes Del Norte & Friends
7-10 p.m. — LaFe Disco Tyler — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of regional music with Los Huracanes Del Norte and more.
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Sy-5K
5:50-7:45 p.m. — Rose Rudman Park — Registration fee applies — Experience a science fiction themed run with both 5K and 2 mile options.
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Lego Challenge Club: Marble Run
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Tyler Public Library — Registration required — Construct a fun Marble Run and enjoy creative free play.
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