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.
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...
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...
Parkside Development in Tyler continues to take shape as construction moves forward on the 92-acre project along South Broadway. The development is planned to include shopping, restaurants, walking trails, green space, a social gathering area and live music, giving Tyler another major destination as the city continues to grow...
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...
Coffee is a big deal for many of you. There are a ton of options to pick up a cup on the way to work. Rumors are swirling that a new coffee option is coming to Lindale next year.
It is officially spooky season here in East Texas. We know that for sure because whenever you go to the store there are Halloween decorations everywhere, that also means lots of Halloween candy which is not such a bad thing. But since it’s spooky season, I wanted to get into some of the nonsense and come up with rankings for which East Texas towns most likely to survive a zombie apocalypse.
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There are certain brands that are iconic here in Texas, and one of those must be Blue Bell Ice Cream. When you compare Blue Bell to other ice cream, there are not many that are even in the same category; their ice cream just tastes better. And recently I was able to make a stop at the Blue Bell factory in Brenham, Texas, and it’s an experience that every Texan should have.
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Texas is investigating Hanes and Fruit of the Loom over concerns about potentially harmful chemicals in children's underwear. Here's what parents need to know right now.
We are greeted by Big Tex every year as we walk into the State Fair of Texas. What you may not know is that he got his start as a Santa greeting folks in Kerens.
Sometimes it feels like living in East Texas is almost like being on a television show. There are so many good and questionable things that could get millions of viewers to tune in from all over the world. It’s a special place to live and let's be honest sometimes it feels like these television producers are all out of ideas, so I thought I would help with coming up with a list of ideas that could
While Texans might not always agree on everything, the safety of kids, especially at school is very important. Which is why I think everyone in East Texas will agree that it’s a good thing that Jacksonville ISD has now approved purchasing a weapon detection system.
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The couple is already discussing marriage, but a conversation in couples counseling has her taking a closer look at his comments about her higher income.
Tom Cruise reportedly had Oscar hopes riding on 'Digger,' but the film's disastrous debut has left the actor facing a very different awards-season reality.
A 650-acre property on Lake Palestine near Tyler has been secured for a future Texas state park, with plans for trails, camping, day use and lake access.
Texas is moving to change a tax rule involving fees charged by delivery apps, online marketplaces, ride-sharing services and other platforms. Here's what it means for you.
It’s amazing how we get older and dream of the “good ol’ days”. Texas just like most places seemed like it was a safer place to live, although that might be because we didn’t have social media and there wasn’t so much negativity getting our attention all the time. But there were things we learned b...