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Be A Part Of These 13 East Texas Weekend Events
These weekend events will keep East Texans busy, happy, and full. From a pancake breakfast in the morning to a wine tasting event in the late evening, there's a lot of cool things happening around town.
AMC Stubs Members Can See Movies For Half Price
AMC Theaters will offer 50% off movie tickets for Stubs members starting July 9. The deal is valid nationwide, including locations in East Texas.
Tyler's Red Lobster Gets New Life as Buffet Hot Spot
The former Red Lobster in Tyler will soon become El Chino Buffet, a Chinese-Mexican fusion concept from the owner of Ohayo Sushi. Opening later this summer.
Jack in the Box Plans Major Closures by Year’s End
Jack in the Box plans to close 200 underperforming restaurants by the end of 2025—some in East Texas could be on the list. Here's what we know so far.
You’ll Laugh At These East Texas Hotel Rituals
East Texans shared what they do in hotel rooms that they never do at home—and the responses range from hilarious to downright strange.
A Texas Roadhouse Favorite Is Now In Grocery Stores
Texas Roadhouse’s honey cinnamon butter is now available in grocery stores—East Texans can finally take the famous flavor home!
Donate Pet Food, Adopt a Dog Free in Tyler
Adopt a dog for free from Tyler Animal Services in May with a 40lb pet food or litter donation—support the Pet Food Bank & save a life.
First Baptist Church Mixon Doors Vs Rogue Billy Goat
A billy goat broke glass doors at an East Texas church after mistaking his reflection for a rival. Repair cost: $1600. Humor cost? Priceless.
You Thought It Was Illegal In Texas? Think Again
Some things just feel illegal—like picking wildflowers or riding in the back of a pick-up truck, but in Texas, many are surprisingly legal.