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This New Tyler Bagel Shop Is Getting People Talking
Tiger's Eye Bagel Company is a new locally owned bagel shop in Tyler's Mosaic District, and it is already getting plenty of attention from people looking for a fresh breakfast option in East Texas. The shop specializes in handcrafted bagels with some seriously tempting flavors making their way around social media...
Pop's Pizza Parlor Is Coming to Downtown Tyler
Pop's Pizza Parlor is coming to downtown Tyler, with plans to open at the former True Vine Brewing Company location on North College Avenue. The new 1,848-square-foot pizzeria is expected to be completed in January 2027, giving downtown visitors another option when they're looking for pizza...

Buc-ee's Just Got Some Surprising News in a National Ranking
Buc-ee's may have a devoted following in Texas, but a new customer satisfaction study puts several convenience store chains ahead of the beloved beaver. Here's how it ranked nationally and across the South.

Miss Jury Duty in Texas? Here’s What Happens
Texas jury duty rules, fines, penalties—missing jury service could lead to fines or jail time. Learn what happens if you skip.

Here is Where You Claim Your Big Lottery Winnings in Texas
Playing the Texas Lottery can be a lot of fun. It's even more fun if you win big. How do you claim those big wins in Texas?

If East Texas Towns Had Their Own Exit Signs
As you drive down the highway in Texas, it's amazing some of the signs you will see. Some of them are funny; others are just the quick truth. I was contemplating at work recently, if East Texas towns were highway exit signs, what would they say to give a quick snapshot as far as what to expect in the town...

Tyler Is Getting Its First Nick the Greek Restaurant
Nick the Greek is bringing authentic Greek street food to Tyler this October, and it's the first location East Texas has seen from this growing chain.

Top of the Boot Music Festival: Win VIP Passes
You could win VIP passes to the Top of the Boot Music Festival in Natchitoches, Louisiana, October 16–17. The two-night country music festival features Lee Brice, Dylan Scott, Flatland Cavalry, Ian Munsick, Rodney Atkins and more, with music running from 4–11 p.m. both nig...

These 5 Popular Tyler Restaurants Have Something in Common
You may know FD's, Javi's, Twelve, III Palms and Villaggio del Vino, but did you know they're all connected? Here's the story behind award-winning Mandoline Hospitality and its Tyler restaurant family.


