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Congregation Beth El urges unity after deadly terror attack in Australia at Hanukkah event
Tyler’s oldest synagogue is urging “all of humanity to reject hatred” after the deadliest domestic terror attack in ...
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LIST: Republican, Democratic Primary candidates in Smith County solidify spots on 2026 election ballot
With the primary elections coming up on March 3, Smith County candidates solidified their places on the ballot ...
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Cornyn: Affordable Care Act ‘unaffordable,’ ‘political consensus’ needed to address health care costs
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said recently during an event at East Texas Baptist University that as the end ...
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David Stein announces reelection campaign for Smith County Republican Party Chairman
David Stein last week announced his intention to run for reelection as Smith County Republican Party Chairman, seeking ...
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Despite booming sales, Kilgore tree farm closes after 40 years
KILGORE — Four years ago, James and Mary Robinson put the last Christmas tree they would ever plant ...
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Adult, child severely injured after crash on Toll 49 in Smith County
SMITH COUNTY, Texas — An adult and child have severe injuries after a crash between a vehicle and ...
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Moore: The life of a loofah
During a visit to a friend’s garden, I noticed some vines on the fence that had the most ...
Education
Tyler ISD students earn national recognition in Optimum’s Hispanic heritage essay contest
More than 1,400 students across the country entered Optimum’s 18th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest — but ...
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Bible Verse of the Weekend: Dec. 13-14, 2025
“But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will ...
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Free evening shuttle launches in downtown Tyler
As of Friday, Dec. 12, visitors to Downtown Tyler have a new, free way to get around the ...
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City of Tyler librarian position is vacant
The librarian position is vacant at the Tyler Public Library, the city confirmed Thursday. Ashley Taylor previously served ...
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Tyler mayoral candidates Hene, Nix, Wynne address priorities during Smith County Republican Club panel
Three City of Tyler mayoral candidates addressed 2026 campaign priorities during a panel hosted by the Smith County ...
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Shops at The Hill showcases Chapel Hill High School student talent through Christmas marketplace
Laughter and exciting conversations echoed through the Chapel Hill High School’s Christmas decorated hallways as guests stocked bags ...
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Folk, rock music icon Bob Dylan to perform at UT Tyler Cowan Center on April 29, 2026
Legendary singer and songwriter Bob Dylan is bringing his “Rough and Rowdy Ways” Tour to The University of ...
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Abbott wants to put limits on city government spending
FORT WORTH — Gov. Greg Abbott, as part of his reelection campaign, wants to make it harder for ...
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Bible verse of the day: Dec. 12, 2025
“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the ...
Elections
Kristen Hardin-Sigler announces campaign for chair of Smith County Democratic Party
Kristen Hardin-Sigler, president of the Smith County Young Democrats, announced her campaign for chair of the Smith County ...
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Smith County discusses road bond projects as watchdog group calls for audit of spending, reporting
After over an hour and a half of discussion over taxpayer concerns regarding the Smith County Road Bond ...
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Scarborough: Tyler’s nonprofit community is unique
If you’ve lived in the Tyler metro area for any length of time, you already know we’re a ...
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Teen taken off life support after suffering serious injuries in hit-and-run on Fifth Street in Tyler
Family members have elected to take the 19-year-old bicyclist, who was injured in a Sunday hit-and-run in Tyler, ...
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Downtown Tyler business True Vine on the Square set to close
Downtown Tyler business True Vine on the Square is set to close this weekend. The downtown taproom will ...
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Tyler community steps up to fulfill Angel Tree wishes for area seniors, homebound residents
Volunteers with the Salvation Army of Tyler spent Wednesday morning handing off gift-filled bags to caregivers during a ...
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Ryan Nichols won’t face Moran in GOP primary, apologizes to East Texans
The deadline for candidates to file in the March primary for local, state and federal offices was Monday. ...
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Tyler City Council moves forward with utility, pedestrian and historic preservation projects
The Tyler City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved multiple zoning changes as well as two higher cost contracts, ...
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Candlelight, caroling, and Christmas Eve services across East Texas
From small-town chapels to city congregations, churches across East Texas are preparing to host Christmas Eve and Christmas ...