Lifestyle
Pets Fur People Appoints Kat Cortelyou as New Executive Director
Passionate animal advocate brings over a decade of leadership experience to the East Texas nonprofit.
UT Tyler and East Texas Youth Orchestra Partner to Expand Music and Education
The university and youth orchestra formalize a partnership to make the Cowan Center the official home of ETYO.
Tyler Church Hosts Monthly East Texas Food Bank Distribution
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints provides fresh produce to local residents.
Crime
Man Sentenced to 37 Years for Fatal Smith County Crash
Jeremiah Munoz pleaded guilty to murder after a deadly 2025 collision.
Tyler Man Jailed After Alleged Domestic Violence Shooting
Adrian Scott charged with multiple counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly shooting woman multiple times
Judge Extends Probation for Patrick Mahomes' Father Pat Mahomes Sr.
Mahomes Sr. avoids jail time after alcohol monitor violation, must complete counseling and community service.
Politics
Supreme Court Ruling Could Mean Tariff Refunds for Businesses
Rep. Sessions calls for Congress to be involved in how refunds are handled.
Smith County Seeks State Funding for Road Maintenance
Counties urge Texas lawmakers to allocate more motor fuels tax revenue to local road projects
Rep. Jasmine Crockett to Campaign in Tyler Ahead of Primary
The Democratic U.S. Senate candidate will hold a 'Pull up to the Polls' event on Friday.
Sports
UT Tyler Patriots Sweep Titles at Emerald Coast Collegiate Golf Tourney
Freshman Lucy Kate Smith earns individual medalist honors as team wins by 11 shots.
Cayuga's Wilfong, Van's McCurley Earn Weekly Baseball Honors
Wilfong named Pitcher of the Week, McCurley selected as Hitter of the Week by Tyler Morning Telegraph
Fairfield Women's Basketball Clinches Third Straight MAAC Title
Stags punch ticket to NCAA Tournament with 51-44 win over Quinnipiac
Business
Brookshire Grocery Company Named Top Workplace for Women in U.S.
Retailer recognized for fostering an inclusive culture and providing advancement opportunities.
Smith County Sees Surge in New Business Names
Over 30 new assumed business names registered in Smith County, Texas in a two-week period.
Zil Money CEO Sabeer Nelli on Building Scalable Business Infrastructure
Nelli recognized that expertise alone is not enough to scale a fintech platform beyond 100,000 customers.
