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**Maxine Darst Flatt, Longtime Tyler Community Figure, Dies at 90** TYLER, Texas — Maxine Darst Flatt, a beloved Tyler resident known for her extensive community involvement and dedication to her family, passed away Monday, November 10, in Tyler. She was 90 years old. Born in Tyler on January 20, 1935, to Robert and Minnie Dee […]

Tyler, Texas – Sonia Mary Yazbeck Murad, a long-standing and cherished member of the Tyler community, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 97. Mrs. Murad, known for her extensive community involvement and vibrant spirit, leaves behind a legacy of service and dedication. Born on March 20, 1928, in Galveston, Texas, to […]

**Tyler Mourns Passing of Kamron Taylor, 25** TYLER, Texas — Kamron Justin Taylor, a cherished member of the Tyler community and a Chapel Hill High School alumnus, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2025, in Tyler. He was 25 years old. Born on December 1, 1999, Kamron was the son of Michael Ray and Amy […]

**Rare Northern Lights Dazzle East Texas Skies Amid Extreme Geomagnetic Storm** **EAST TEXAS** – East Texans experienced a truly spectacular and rare celestial event last Friday, May 10th, as the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, painted the night sky with vibrant hues. The stunning display, typically only visible at much higher latitudes, was a result […]

**Tyler Witnesses Large Protest Against Smith County's ICE Partnership** TYLER, Texas – Hundreds gathered in downtown Tyler on November 11, 2025, to protest Smith County's new 287(g) agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Demonstrators assembled outside the Smith County Annex, located at 200 E Ferguson St, Tyler, TX, where the Commissioners Court convenes, […]

East Texas high school football teams launch into the playoffs this week, with numerous matchups scheduled across the region beginning Thursday, November 9th. Teams from 6A to 6-Man divisions are set to compete for a spot in the next round. **Thursday, November 9th Games:** In **6A**, the Longview Lobos (8-2) will host Dallas Skyline at […]

**Tyler ISD Voters to Consider $375 Million Bond on May 4, No Tax Rate Increase Projected** TYLER, TX – Tyler Independent School District voters will head to the polls on Saturday, May 4, to decide on a $375 million bond package split across two propositions. The district projects no tax rate increase if the bond […]

Major Crash Closes Highway 69 Northbound Lanes Near Tyler Northbound lanes of Highway 69, just north of Tyler, were completely shut down for nearly three hours Monday afternoon following a major vehicle crash near FM 724. The incident occurred on May 13, 2024, causing significant traffic delays. The collision began around 1:19 p.m., prompting first […]

**Tyler Honors Veterans with 10th Annual Parade** TYLER, Texas – The Watkins-Logan Texas State Veterans Home hosted its tenth annual Veterans Day parade on Thursday, November 9, honoring the brave men and women residing at the facility. Approximately 140 veterans gathered on the front porch and lawn to watch the community celebration. Among those honored […]

**ICE Conducts Targeted Enforcement Operations in Smith County, Tyler** **TYLER, Texas –** U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, specifically from the ERO Dallas Field Office, have been actively conducting targeted enforcement operations in Smith County, including areas in and around Tyler, effective November 6, 2025. These operations are a direct partnership with the Smith […]