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Tyler's Dave & Buster's Is Coming. But When?
Dave & Buster’s in Tyler still has plenty of East Texans wondering the same thing: when can we finally go inside and play? The planned entertainment venue at The Village at Cumberland Park has been in the works for a while, but there is still no confirmed public opening date. Here's w...
Which Fair Animal Is Your East Texas Town?
County fairs bring out the best in East Texas. This tongue-in-cheek look at local towns and their animal matches is pure fun.
Want a New Tree? Fall May Be the Time to Plant It
Fall may be an excellent time to plant a new tree in East Texas, even after a hot, dry summer. Here's why and what you need to know about watering.
This Texas Football Team Won't Finish Its Season
High school in Texas can be tough. I remember putting a lot of pressure on myself in high school to try to figure out what I wanted to do after graduation. But the one thing that always made me try hard in school wasn't because of my future, it was because if my grades weren't to a certain standard than I wasn't allowed to put on the pads and play football...
These Are the Most East Texas Work Excuses Ever
We all know that life is different here in East Texas. And most of us enjoy it that way. We don't want to be like Dallas, Houston, and definitely not like Austin. While each of those locations can be fun to visit, life in East Texas is a little slower and to me that is more enjoyable...

New Texas Safety Rules Now Apply to Big School Events
New Texas safety requirements for extracurricular activities took effect September 23, including written security and medical plans for larger school events.

Are East Texans Seeing More Panhandling Lately?
Panhandling in Tyler has sparked a conversation after a local TikTok creator shared a video about an interaction that made her uncomfortable. Christena said she recently gave a man $5 at a fast-food drive-thru but was uneasy about being approached at her vehicle...

This New Tyler Boutique Has More Than Women's Clothing
Local entrepreneurs are sharing one stylish space at The Collective Boutiques in Tyler, each running their own booth with unique finds.

Study Names the Snobbiest Places in Texas
A new ranking reveals the snobbiest cities in Texas using data like income, home prices, education, and amenities across the state.

Will East Texas Get a Good Fall Color Show This Year?
Some East Texas trees are already showing fall-like colors, but drought and extreme heat may be to blame. Here's what that could mean for this year's fall foliage.
Which Coffee Drink Is Your East Texas Town?
East Texas towns all have their own personalities, and so do the coffee drinks we order every morning. Some are bold and no-nonsense, others are sweet and fancy, and a few are unapologetically boujee. So, naturally, I decided to match East Texas towns with coffee-shop orders and yes, somebody is probably going to get offended...
Drones Are Delivering Food in Texas. Would You Try It?
Drone food delivery in Dallas-Fort Worth is expanding, giving some customers the option to have restaurant meals flown directly to their homes. Companies including DoorDash, Wing and Flytrex are already operating in parts of the Metroplex, while new rooftop drone docks are being installed...
