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Good morning, Tyler! In today’s edition: New Year’s baby, 40 years of life-saving flights, Ryan Goodcase stand-up, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
A meaningful name and milestone: Tyler’s first baby of 2026, Zinnia Hendrix, was born at UT Health Tyler on New Year’s Day, weighing 9 pounds and measuring 21.5 inches, to parents Elizabeth and Devon — read the full story.
Warmth woven into service: Seniors at The Hamptons of Tyler craft hats for those in need, delivering 154 to Hiway 80 Rescue Mission Dec. 19, with Christus Mother Frances NICU donations planned this month — get all the details.
Milestone in emergency care: UT Health East Texas AIR 1, East Texas’ first air ambulance service, recently celebrated 40 years of life-saving flights, with four helicopters serving communities across the region — learn more about the program.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
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🫶 We got your back
Farewell to a local favorite: Tyler’s only Corner Bakery Cafe has closed after more than a decade. Open since 2011, it was known for Chicago-style fare. Owners Robert and Kandi Owens are retiring and thanked the community. There are no other East Texas locations. The closest option is in the Dallas area. Get all the details.
Burrito fix, found: When the craving hits, Taqueria El Lugar – 5th Street serves an El Burrito loaded with melted white cheese, beans, and rice, simple and satisfying for any midweek slump. Barbacoa and lengua are on deck, too, so you can switch it up without thinking too hard.
Stargaze without freezing: Swap backyard chills for the immersive dome at Earth & Space Science Center at TJC, where laser shows, seasonal sky tours, and hands-on exhibits turn science into a night out, minus mosquitoes. Ideal for a quick reset between errands or a low‑key, genuinely educational family plan.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🎨 Day Dreaming Paint and Sip Workshop @ Pinot’s Palette | Friday (1/9) at 4:00 PM – This $25 matinee paint and sip is letting us play hooky like responsible adults, swapping spreadsheets for brushstrokes and a glass of something friendly. No experience needed, just a steady sip, a dreamy vibe, and the satisfaction of making something that isn’t an errand.
🎤 Ryan Goodcase @ Rose City Comedy | Friday (1/9) at 7:00 PM – Think you’ve seen every comic with a Netflix clip? Catch stand-up from Ryan Goodcase, the San Francisco Comedy Competition winner with the dry wit, viral bits, and yes, those Bed Bath and Beyond ads, telling stories sharper than his jawline. Smart, fast, and funny.
🏃 Color Run 5K @ Tyler Rose Garden | Saturday (1/10) at 9:00 AM – Run Tyler’s Color Run 5K is splashing the route with rainbow powder while you jog, walk, or perfect the dignified shuffle. It’s cheerful chaos, easy on the pace, and ideal for locals who enjoy cardio, community, and washing technicolor out of their socks.
🍷 Waterlilies, Monet Style Paint and Sip Workshop @ Pinot’s Palette | Saturday (1/10) at 12:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to channel your inner Monet without booking a flight to Giverny, this paint and sip is it. We’ll swirl, splatter, and toast our way through waterlilies, embrace happy accidents, and leave with wall-worthy art, or a good story.
🔍 Night Mysteries @ Pinot’s Palette | Saturday (1/10) at 3:30 PM – Tyler’s got a paint and sip with a moody title, Night Mysteries, and the only thing you’ll be solving is which wine pairs with your masterpiece. Low pressure, high fun, and conveniently local, so no I-20 trek, just laughs, brushes, and bragging rights.
🥞 Sean Fuller @ Texas Music City Grill & Smokehouse Tyler | Sunday (1/11) at 12:00 PM – Trade your usual Sunday chores for brunch with Sean Fuller, complete with live tunes, strong coffee, and the kind of lingering you only admit to friends. No cover, just clinking glasses and a reason to order that second Benedict. Consider it self-care, local style.
🎨 Love in Bloom Paint and Sip Workshop @ Pinot’s Palette | Sunday (1/11) at 2:00 PM – Girls night at a paint and sip means your wine gets braver as your brush does. We’re tackling a swirling tree of love, code for pretty colors, forgiving shapes, and zero judgment when your branches look like broccoli. Bring your besties.
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📻 Tyler report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 61°F – Precip: 43%
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 72°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 44%
A chance of rain showers before 7am, then a chance of rain showers and patchy fog between 7am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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