Van Elementary School fourth-grader Jazmin Kittle, 9, center, pockets her money and gets ready to shop for charity Friday at the Big Lots store in Tyler. Students who are blind and visually impaired from around East Texas were given the opportunity to shop for other children in need with the toys being donated to the local Toys For Tots program. Andrew D. Brosig/Tyler Morning Telegraph

There have been several business closures, as well as new openings and expansions, in the Tyler area so far in February.

Among them:

Crema Coffee Co.

Crema Coffee Co. is set to open its second location in downtown Tyler on Wednesday. The new shop will be located at 110 N. College Ave., Suite 103, in the Plaza Tower.

The expansion comes three years after the family-owned coffee shop opened its first location, at 2251 Three Lakes Parkway Suite 107, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The downtown location will offer the same menu and services as the original shop while integrating into the existing business community.

Hours will be 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.

Crema Coffee Co. can be reached at 903-630-2624, with additional details available at cremacoffeetyler.com.

Regal Tyler Rose Theater

The Regal Tyler Rose theater, located at 1250 S SW Loop 323 SW, has permanently closed. Workers confirmed the closure took place on Thursday, Feb. 6.

The closure follows the Tyler City Council’s approval of a zoning change in December, allowing the theater space to be converted into office and clinic space for Bethesda Health Clinic.

Namaste Tyler Indian Restaurant

Namaste Tyler Indian Restaurant, located at 2301 S Broadway Ave, Suite A4 in Tyler, will soon announce its grand opening.

Follow their updates on Instagram at @namastetyler and on their Facebook page, Namaste Tyler, for more information and details.

UR Brand Social

Katelynn Lockwood has launched UR Brand Social, a business focused on helping companies thrive through social media marketing.

With seven years of experience working with both large and small businesses, Lockwood said she is committed to offering custom marketing packages to help brands stand out in an over-saturated market.

Lockwood expressed deep gratitude to her family, friends and business partners, especially her husband, for their support throughout her journey. She also acknowledged the impact of the experiences and knowledge gained over the years in shaping her business.

Looking ahead, Lockwood is excited to expand her venture, with plans for a brick-and-mortar location in Canton.

For more information, visit www.urbrandsocial.com or follow on Instagram @urbrandsocial.

Wallis Dermatology Associates

After more than 33 years, Wallis Dermatology Associates announced the groundbreaking of its new office location in Tyler. This expansion marks the practice’s third office location in East Texas, furthering its commitment to providing expert dermatologic care to the area and surrounding communities.

The Tyler location is set to open in fall 2025. Wallis Dermatology Associates team is honored to return to the community to continue providing exceptional skin cancer and dermatology care to patients.

The new 5,300-square-foot office is located at 2365 Three Lakes Parkway in Tyler and will feature board-certified dermatologists, fellowship-trained Mohs surgeons and a Medical Spa Clinic focusing on cosmetic services.

For more information about Wallis Dermatology Associates, to schedule an appointment at one of our Longview or Marshall locations please visit Wallisderm.com or contact 903-757-3881.

Glo Tanning

Glo, a national skincare, tanning, and wellness franchise, is set to open a new location in Tyler on March 8.

The business will be located at 1501 W. Southwest Loop 323. Glo offers a variety of technology-based wellness and skincare treatments, including red light therapy, hydro-massage, and full-body rejuvenation services. The company has expanded to more than 100 locations nationwide and aims to provide a high-end spa experience focused on skincare and relaxation.

“We’re excited to bring Glo’s unique wellness and beauty experience to the Tyler community,” said Quinn Cooper, one of the local owners. “Our goal is to provide an environment where clients can enjoy top-tier skincare, tanning, and wellness services all in one place.”

More information is available at www.glotanning.com or by calling 945-800-4439.

Big Lots

Big Lots is closing two locations in Tyler: 1421 S. Beckham Ave. and 4400 S. Broadway Ave. Both stores will remain open until everything is gone or until the end of the month.

Customers can take advantage of storewide discounts, including 30% off upholstery and 40% off all other furniture, including mattresses and box springs. All items in-store are at least 30% off.

Additionally, customers can save more with bulk discounts: 10% off purchases of 10 items or 20% off purchases of 20 items.

The stores will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. For more details, call (903) 595-0388 or visit BigLots.com.

A-MAX Auto Insurance

A-MAX Auto Insurance held a grand re-opening celebration at their Tyler location on Feb. 14. The event welcomed customers to the newly revamped space with a fun-filled, free party for all.

The celebration brought together friends, family and neighbors for an afternoon of fun and an opportunity to win great prizes. The event took place at 532 S Broadway Ave, in Tyler

A-MAX Auto Insurance is a leading provider of auto, home, commercial, motorcycle, Mexico tourist and other insurance services.

For more information, contact A-MAX Insurance Services Inc. at 800-921-2629 or via email at info@amaxinsurance.com. Visit their website at amaxinsurance.com.