Happy weekend, Tyler! In today’s happening-today edition: Bitcoin mining backlash, a Juneteenth celebration, and a tropical 5K + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Community support in action: East Texas Food Bank received a 15,000-pound meat donation from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, helping partners across East Texas while rising meat costs squeeze families -- read how it will help.
Bitcoin mining proposal faces scrutiny: Vulcan Core plans a 12-megawatt Bitcoin mining center at a former Tyler auto shop, drawing backlash. The Planning and Zoning Commission will weigh a special use permit July 7 -- see what the commission decides.
Groundwater plan advances: Smith County commissioners approved backing a regional groundwater conservation district and named Judge Neal Franklin to a committee, while FY 2027 budget estimates showed a $3.4 million general fund increase -- see the budget details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Oysters and a nightcap: When your week needs a low-key win, slip into Black Pearl for oysters on the half shell, rich bisque, and classic cocktails that feel like a secret handshake. It’s the cozy downtown perch where catching up with a friend somehow turns into a whole evening.
Local golf glow-up: Tyler Golf is the low-stress spot to tune up your swing, check out gear that fits your game, and sneak in a weather-proof round without the crowd. Think helpful humans, not hype, and a setup that makes practice actually fun... your future fairways will thank you.
RV life, upgraded: Woodland Creek RV Park gives you laser-leveled concrete sites with full hookups, spotless private showers, on-site laundry, reliable WiFi with optional upgrades, and a shaded dog park split for big and small pups. Quiet, well-kept, and close to Tyler essentials, it’s an easy, no-drama home base this week.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🧵 Serger 100 Class @ Sew Much Fun with Melissa | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Got a serger giving you side-eye from the closet? Cathy will walk you through 3 and 4 thread stitches, tension, painless color changes, and what to do with those wild thread tails. Beginner friendly, practical, and $30, with a rental machine if you need one.
🎉 Juneteenth Celebration @ Veretta and Jesse E. Rider Fine and Performing Arts Centre | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – Juneteenth at The Market Place on MLK brings LES BBQ, live music, and local vendors to the Empowerment CDC Complex in North Tyler, so pace yourself. Think oxtails, community pride, and the kind of vibes that make you hug neighbors you barely know.
👨 Father's Day Popup @ PARTY LLOONS 7553 FM-14 TYLER,TEXAS 75706 | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – Celebrate the dads, stepdads, and father figures at a relaxed Father’s Day pop-up that feels like a backyard chat without the mowing. Local energy, friendly faces, and the acceptable amount of dad jokes, plus zero pressure to fix the sink.
🐶 Meet Me at the Spot x 903 Studio Pet Portrait Minis @ 903 Studio | Saturday (6/20) at 2:00 PM – If your dog thinks sit is a suggestion, let Noreen Nartia capture them in a 15-minute mini at 903 Studio with Meet Me At The Spot, every package 50% off. Clean backdrops, personality, and you can jump in too, leash, treats, and dramatic squeakers encouraged.
🐾 Paint Your Pet @ Pinot's Palette - Tyler | Saturday (6/20) at 3:00 PM – For anyone whose camera roll is mostly fur faces, this class turns one into art, and supports Pets Fur People. Send a good photo, they put it on a 16x20 canvas, and artists guide you. One pet per canvas, even if your herd objects.
🚗 Old School Cruise Night @ Manny's Tex-Mex Cafe | Saturday (6/20) at 6:30 PM – Tyler’s going full throwback with an old-school cruise, a rolling showcase of chrome, rumble, and proud owners happy to talk shop. Bring your ride or just wave from the curb, kids gawking, grown-ups swapping stories, and the route mapped out like the good ol’ days.
🏃 The Big Kahuna 5K, 10K @ Rose Rudman Park | Sunday (6/21) at 7:00 AM – Race day in Tyler means luau vibes at The Big Kahuna, a tropical 5K or 10K with a Kids Dash and 1 Mile for the stroll-inclined. Leis, medals, music, and a cold treat, because nothing says East Texas like a lei and a victory selfie. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Tyler report Weather forecastToday — High: 89°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 48%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 102. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Tomorrow — High: 92°F — Low: 78°F — Precip: 9%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 78. This house is wildThis 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath Tyler showpiece delivers 4,514 square feet of modern luxury on a premier corner lot. Quartzite counters, a huge island, custom built-ins, and layered lighting set the tone, while the upstairs bonus room with kitchenette adds bonus hangout space. Outside, a covered patio, outdoor kitchen, fireplace, pool, and spa make entertaining effortless.
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