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Why are there mushrooms in my yard and can I get rid of them? Tyler experts weigh in
Walking out to his yard over the past three weeks, Tyler resident Jon Seal noticed the abundance white-capped ...
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Fall fun in East Texas: Pumpkin patches, festivals, and trunk-or-treats
Pumpkin season has arrived, and East Texas is ready to celebrate. Fall festivals, pumpkin patches, and Halloween happenings ...
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Smith County approves new positions for animal control staff
TYLER, Texas — Smith County commissioners on Tuesday approved a new pay structure for animal control staff in ...
Crime
Tyler man charged with intoxication manslaughter in deadly crash
A drunk driver killed a Tyler woman in a car wreck Wednesday morning, authorities said. Jeremiah Munoz, 31, ...
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East Texas teen sentenced to 25 years for 2024 Tyler murder on US Highway 69
An 18-year-old was sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to shooting a 20-year-old man and ...
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Texas Rose Festival returns for 92nd year with full schedule of petals, pageantry and community spirit
The anticipation of the elaborate beading and stitching of magnificent colorful ballgowns, blooming roses, the crowing of the ...
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Former lawmaker sues East Texas water district, claims board broke state law
A former state lawmaker is suing the agency that manages a major East Texas lake, saying the organization ...
Crime
Tyler man sentenced to 30 years for brother’s 2023 murder
A Tyler man who said he was “hearing voices” that said to shoot his brother was sentenced to ...
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Tyler’s Rose City Fiesta celebrates heritage, culture
Tyler celebrated heritage and culture Saturday at Bergfeld Park during Hispanic Heritage Month. Rose City Fiesta was hosted ...
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Bible verse of the day: Oct. 14, 2025
“Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.” (Psalm 34:14)
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Pedestrian dead after crash on Van Highway near Tyler loop
A pedestrian struck by a vehicle has died after a crash on Van Highway Monday morning just outside ...
World
Hostages freed, prisoners released, as Trump hails ‘golden age’ in Mideast
REIM, Israel — Israelis and Palestinians cried, cheered and gave thanks Monday as Hamas militants released the last ...
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East Texas Yamboree returns to Gilmer this week: What to know and where to go
It’s the sweetest time of the year in East Texas: The East Texas Yamboree returns Oct. 15 to ...
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Grassroots America to host energy policy speaker Molly Vogt on Oct. 14
On Tuesday, Oct. 14, Grassroots America will host Molly Vogt, the Texas Director of American Energy Works, to ...
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Meet featured adoptable pets at SPCA of East Texas Oct. 13-19, 2025
Cookie is a mellow, 9-year-old DSH mix looking for her second chance at a forever home. She’s calm, ...
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Lifestyle
O’Brien: Triteleia ‘Queen Fabiola’ among the beauties up for grabs at Smith County Master Gardeners sale
If you’re looking to brighten up your garden this spring, Triteleia ‘Queen Fabiola’ is a top pick. These ...
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Bible verse of the day: Oct. 13, 2025
“Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, keep your tongue from evil and ...
Crime
2 injured in shooting, stabbing at Lindale area club
One person was shot and another was stabbed Sunday morning at a Lindale club, authorities said. Around 1:30 ...
Crime
Police: Deadly Tyler shooting began over ‘stolen purse’
A Tyler murder suspect accused of killing a man and injuring a woman told police the man was ...
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Bi-annual Hiway 80 Sale set Oct. 17-19, continuing 23 years of ‘treasure hunting’
On Oct. 17, 18 and 19, customers will pick through all kinds of goodies once again when vendors ...
Texas
Texas GOP censures five lawmakers, rejects banning anyone from primary ballot
The Texas GOP has voted to censure five of its own in the Texas House yet stopped short ...
Faith
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Kilgore celebrates 90 years
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Kilgore marked 90 years of faithful service to the local community with praise ...
Faith
Data shows violent acts in houses of worship are rare but deadly
On Sept. 28, at least four people were killed and eight others injured during a Sunday service at ...
Lifestyle
Sperry: Planning to bring houseplants inside? Here’s what to know
Dear Neil: I have several nice houseplants growing in pots beneath large shade trees in my landscape. I’m ...
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Grant: From Bulbs to Blooms sale is a fall tradition for East Texas gardeners
As summer fades and cooler weather returns, gardeners across East Texas begin to think about fall planting, and ...