Elections
Early voting begins Tuesday: Here’s what is on the Smith County ballot for Republican, Democratic primaries
Early voting begins on Tuesday and lasts for two weeks through Feb. 27 for the 2026 Republican and ...
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Crime
1 man dead, 1 man charged with murder after ‘road rage’ incident in Tyler
A man is dead and another is charged with murder after a road rage incident in Tyler turned ...
Education
UT Tyler surprises 20 East Texas seniors with honors scholarship
The University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler) delivered big news to several high schools across East Texas ...
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Junior League of Tyler’s Mistletoe and Magic event breaks fundraising record as group announces 2026 theme
The Junior League of Tyler said its 47th Mistletoe and Magic: Lone Star Holiday event held in November ...
Downtown Redevelopment
Under new ownership, legacy continues at Rick’s on the Square — a downtown pillar
At the corner of South Broadway and West Erwin Street is a downtown staple held up by warm ...
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Paxton, Abbott set to make Tyler stops
Two conservative leaders are set to be in Tyler next week for public events. PAXTON RALLYING IN TYLER ...
Business
Tyler’s strong manufacturing industry highlighted at Tyler Economic Development Council event
The Tyler Economic Development Council (TEDC) hosted its quarterly investor breakfast on Wednesday, featuring a panel of three ...
Education
Smith County Youth Expo showcases student work, responsibility
BULLARD — Months of early mornings, daily feedings, and hands-on building have led East Texas students to the ...
Education
Mobile STEM lab sparks curiosity, creativity at EJ Moss
LINDALE — Fifth graders at Lindale ISD’s EJ Moss Intermediate dove into hands-on engineering challenges this week as ...
Elections
TJC calls for $167.3 million bond in May, proposes new facilities and upgrades
Tyler Junior College is asking voters to consider funding construction projects and facility improvements through a $167.3 million ...
News
UT Tyler music professor nationally recognized as accomplished composer
Dr. Kyle Gullings, a professor of music at The University of Texas at Tyler, was awarded Finalist Honorable ...
Columns
Scott: Cat Distribution System sent love at unexpected yet welcome time
It is well known that I love dogs. It is also well known that I often come across ...
Local
Bible verse of the day: Feb. 12, 2026
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. ...
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Bethesda Health Clinic reveals details about future clinic center, announces Greater Works Campaign
With construction noises drifting in the background, Bethesda Health Clinic announced its public phase of the Greater Works ...
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Union Pacific clears homeless camp ‘Tent City’ in Tyler; fire marshal investigates possible arson in area
A longtime homeless encampment near downtown Tyler is being cleared. Union Pacific Railroad, which owns property where people ...
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Tyler addresses downtown culvert collapse, water plant emergency and new senior housing plans
The City of Tyler will be addressing structural stormwater damage to a building and underground drainage pipe in ...
Crime
2 teens injured in shooting on W. Gentry Parkway in Tyler
Two teenagers were shot multiple times on W. Gentry in Tyler. According to Tyler Police spokesperson Andy Erbaugh, ...
Local
Tyler fire officials investigate rash of fires near ‘Tent City’
Tyler fire officials are investigating after three small fires broke out late Tuesday night near “Tent City” area, ...
Local
Bible verse of the day: Feb. 11, 2026
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: ...
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Smith County expands animal services, approves Road Bond Program audit bidding
Smith County will be receiving low-cost pet spay and neuter services by the Animal Protection League and a ...
Local
Founder of Tyler’s Potpourri House has died
A who founded one of Tyler’s longtime restaurants has died. Carol Ann Ellsworth, founder and president of The ...
Health
Days after announcing purchase of Titus Regional hospital, Christus Health opens new ER in Mount Pleasant
MOUNT PLEASANT – In one week’s time, Christus Health went from having no emergency rooms in Titus County ...
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Smith County Business Names: Jan. 29-Feb. 5, 2026
Smith County issued the following assumed business names from Jan. 29 to Feb.5, 2026: Huan Carlos Arteaga and ...
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City of Tyler Building Permits: Jan. 29-Feb. 5, 2026
The City of Tyler issued the following commercial and residential building permits from Jan. 29 to Feb. 5, ...
National
EXPLAINER: Why video of a masked intruder is such a game-changer in the Nancy Guthrie investigation
The video fills in a key gap in the timeline authorities have provided about the hours before and ...