Arts And Entertainment

Theatre Longview brings ‘Shakespeare in Love’ to stage

From staff reports Theatre Longview is presenting “Shakespeare in Love,” the stage adaptation of the Academy Award-winning film,…

Lifestyle

‘Urban Tree Stress’: Upcoming lecture by Luke Alfaro set in Tyler

East Texas is known for its towering trees, but urban trees face a unique set of challenges that…

Lifestyle

McGinnis: Heart-shaped plants to celebrate Valentine’s Day

Have you ever seen a Valentine growing in a garden? They’re gorgeous! I’ve often heard my garden friends…

Education

Kids’ Kaleidoscope Preschool awards several teachers with in-house grants

To encourage creativity and innovation in the classroom, Kids’ Kaleidoscope Preschool at Pollard United Methodist Church recently awarded…

Local

Tyler expands recycling program to accept more plastics

From Staff Reports Tyler residents will soon have more opportunities to recycle, thanks to a new agreement between…

Local

Texas Senate panel approves $140,000 property tax homestead exemption

AUSTIN — Proposals to cut property taxes by raising the Texas homestead exemption to $140,000 cleared a key…

Local

Smith County approves law enforcement upgrades

The Smith County Commissioners Court took action this week to enhance law enforcement operations and pursue life-saving grant…

Business

Tyler couple operates bakery, flower shop under same roof

Tucked in a little neighborhood off East 5th Street in Tyler, a bakery and a flower shop thrive…

Business

Building permits: Jan. 30-Feb. 6, 2025

Commercial and large residential building permits issued by the city of Tyler: Skye Homes Inc., 3521 Star Road,…

Business

Business Names: Feb. 3-7, 2025

Assumed names filed in Smith County: Rickey D. Allen doing business as Home Perfect Maintenance & Service Kurt…