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Hey Tyler!
It’s starting to feel a little more like spring has actually arrived.
The 67th annual Azalea Trail kicks off this Friday with a ribbon-cutting, and between the Tyler Azalea Run, the Arts & Crafts Fair at Bergfeld, and a packed weekend of live music and outdoor fun, there's no shortage of reasons to get outside.
Let's get into it!
Tyler Lowdown
Azalea Trail kicks off this weekend — 67 years and blooming
Tyler's 67th annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail opens Friday, March 20, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. at Pyron Garden, 212 West Dobbs. The trail — which stretches more than 10 miles — runs through three weekends, ending April 5, and draws thousands of visitors to Tyler each year. Read more
Tyler's historic crape myrtles are budding at their new home
Ten crape myrtle trees rescued from the now-demolished Tyler Square are beginning to bud at Tyler Junior College, where they were transplanted over several days last December. The trees, estimated to be up to 70 years old, were saved through a community effort spearheaded by John Soules Sr., who didn't want them discarded during the city's downtown improvement project. Watch
Marshall's water crisis — and the neighbors showing up for each other
A major water main break left Marshall businesses temporarily shuttered this week, with downtown shop owners leaning on one another to get through. Ruggenbach Brewery owner Texas Ruegg stepped up in a big way — boiling water in his brew kettles and handing it out free to neighboring businesses and anyone in need. "We're all mom and pop stores here in downtown. All locally owned. Family owned," Ruegg said. "We're in a unique position as a brewery to be able to do this kind of thing." Read more
Tyler man runs 100 miles — one prayer at a time
Tyler resident Joey Brewer is lacing up for a remarkable feat this weekend — a 100-mile run through Tyler he's calling the "All Glory to God 100 Miler," which he describes as an act of worship and faith. The route loops through downtown, South Broadway, and the Legacy Trails, starting at midnight Saturday, with the community invited to join him along the way to run, pray, and reflect. Read more
Tyler Real Estate Corner
From local market expert Jamey Whitley
REALTOR® - Associate Broker - Shilling Real Estate Co.
903-520-1559
homeseasttexas.com
Tyler is kicking off the spring market with more inventory and steadier demand. Active listings are up roughly 15% year-over-year, with inventory sitting around 6-6.5 months, giving buyers more options than we’ve seen the past couple of years. Prices remain stable overall, with median list prices in the mid-$300s, depending on the mix of inventory.
Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, averaging 60–70 days on market, as buyers take more time and compare options more closely. Well-priced homes are still moving, while those that miss the mark are sitting longer, requiring adjustments for future tenants.
If you’re curious what your home might sell for in today’s market, you can get a quick estimate here.
Here are a couple of my favorite listings this week:
Listing Courtesy of Shilling Real Estate
Listing Courtesy of Newberry Real Estate
Listing Courtesy of Dwell Realty
Listing Courtesy of Better Homes and Garden Real Esate I-20
Tyler Events
Thursday, March 19
Apache Belles Spring Show
TJC Wise Auditorium | March 19 | 4:00 PM | Learn more
Trivia Night
True Vine Brewing Co | March 19 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
Trouble in Mind (Theater Play)
Tyler Civic Theatre Center, Tyler | March 19 | 7:30 PM | Learn more
Living the Legacy
1530 John Carney Dr, Tyler | March 19 | 11:30 AM | Learn more
Faculty Career Fair
Tyler Junior College Central Campus, Tyler | March 19 | 3:00 PM | Learn more
Tyler-Smith-Wood County Area Special Needs Easter Party
1301 W Erwin St, Tyler | March 19 | 5:00 PM | Learn more
Wine 101
The Grand Room at Kiepersol, 21556-B Merlot Ln, Tyler | March 19 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Business After Hours
ETX Brewing Company | March 19 | 5:30 PM | Learn more
Friday, March 20
Trouble in Mind (Theater Play)
Tyler Civic Theatre Center, Tyler | March 20 | 7:30 PM | Learn more
BINGLOW – Benefiting the Lillie Russell Memorial Library
156 Blackberry Blvd, Lindale | March 20 | 5:00 PM | Learn more
Friday Night “FLORAL” Fun! (Centerpiece)
105 E Duval St, Troup | March 20 | 6:30 PM | Learn more
Wade Bowen
Blackhawk Creek Grill & Venue, Whitehouse | March 20 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
67th Annual Azalea & Spring Flower Trail — Official Ribbon Cutting
Pyron Garden, 212 West Dobbs St., Tyler | March 20 | 10:00 AM | Learn more
Photography 101
Tyler State Park, Tyler | March 20 | 3:00 PM | Learn more
Star Party
Tyler State Park, 789 Park Road 16, Tyler | March 20 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
Spring Equinox Hike
Lake Tawakoni State Park, Wills Point | March 20 | 2:00 PM | Learn more
Pokémon Parent's Night Out
8926 S. Broadway Suite 172, Tyler, TX | March 20 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Live & Local Music- Frio River Band
Fresh by Brookshire’s | March 20 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Parents Night Out- Nerf Night
Inspire Gym United | March 20 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Fleetwood Journey
Stanley’s Famous Pit BBQ | March 20 | 8:00 PM | Learn more
Saturday, March 21
Trouble in Mind (Theater Play)
Tyler Civic Theatre Center, Tyler | March 21 | 7:30 PM | Learn more
Tyler Azalea Run
Bergfeld Park, Tyler | March 21 | 8:00 AM | Learn more
Dessert Dash 5K/10K
Rose Rudman Park, 450 Shiloh Rd., Tyler | March 21 | 9:00 AM | Learn more
Azalea Arts & Crafts Fair
Bergfeld Park | March 21–22 | Sat 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM | Learn more
Barks 'N' Rec
Tyler State Park | March 21 | 10:00 AM | Learn more
Folklore Hike
Tyler State Park | March 21 | 1:00 PM | Learn more
Guided Birdwatching Hike
Mission Tejas State Park, 120 State Park Road 44, Grapeland, TX | March 21 | 8:30 AM | Learn more
TJC Apache Belle Alumni Spring Show Reception
1400 E. 5th St, Tyler | March 21 | 4:00 PM | Learn more
Rumble on the Rooftop III
Fair Plaza Parking Garage, 208 S College Ave, Tyler | March 21 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Dead Poets Society — Film Screening
Liberty Hall, 103 E. Erwin St., Tyler | March 21 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
Brunch at ETX Brewing Co.
ETX Brewing Co., 221 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler | March 21 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM | Learn more
Easter Egg-stravaganza Hunt
Painted Tree Boutiques | March 21 | 11:00 AM | Learn more
Happy Birthday, Bach!
Fine Arts at First Presbyterian Church of Tyler, TX | March 21 | TBD | Learn more
Bass Pro Tyler Car Show
Bass Pro Shops | March 21 | 8:00 AM | Learn more
Sourdough Workshop
Gillett Farmstead | March 21 | 10:00 AM | Learn more
East Texas Writers Guild - “Polish Your First Five Pages” Workshop
Historic Azalea District | March 21 | 2:00-4:00 PM | Learn more
The first of five writing workshops running through June!
Live & Local Music- The Haggerty’s
Fresh by Brookshire’s | March 21 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Saturday Night Live Music with The Chiltons
The Grove | March 21 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
T-Shirt Quilt 2-Part Class Sew
Much Fun with Melissa | March 21 | 1:00 PM | Learn more
Lord of the Rings Mordor Map Challenge
Longview Symphony | March 21 | 2:00 PM Learn more
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Sunday, March 22
Trouble in Mind (Theater Play)
Tyler Civic Theatre Center, Tyler | March 22 | 2:30 PM | Learn more
Diamond Rio LIVE in Concert
Blackhawk Creek Venue, Whitehouse | March 22 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
Azalea Arts & Crafts Fair (Day 2)
Bergfeld Park, 1510 S. College Ave., Tyler | March 22 | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM | Learn more
Paddling 101
Daingerfield State Park, Daingerfield | March 22 | 10:00 AM | Learn more
Brunch at ETX Brewing Co.
ETX Brewing Co | March 22 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM | Learn more
Tuesday, March 24
Whiskey Tuesday, Live Music with Gary Patrick at The Grove
The Grove | March 24 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Wednesday, March 25
Trivia Night with Dr. Factenstein
ETX Brewing Co | March 25 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
Thursday, March 26
Taste of Tyler
W.T. Brookshire Conference Center | March 26 | 6:00 PM | Learn more
Trivia Night with Dr. Factenstein
True Vine Brewing | March 26 | 7:00 PM | Learn more
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That's a wrap for this week, Tyler!
Whether you're strolling the Azalea Trail, catching live music, or just finding a reason to get out and enjoy the season — we hope you make the most of it. If someone in your life would love staying in the loop on all things Tyler, send this their way.
Support local, enjoy the bloom, and we'll see you in your inbox next week.
Eric
From Tyler
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