Texas Monthly just released its 2025 list of the Top 50 BBQ joints. Three East Texas pitmasters earned spots—and two North Texas joints hit the Top 10.
A Tyler woman says she noticed a man openly recording her with his phone while she browsed a store’s beauty aisle. Here’s what happened and what to do if you're ever in a similar situation.
Tyler’s new El Chino Chinese–Mexican fusion buffet lowered prices after online feedback, showing how East Texas restaurants adapt to customers and rising food costs.
East Texans share their favorite Christmas traditions, from caroling to gift-opening to “bag day” for pets. Holiday traditions, Texas Christmas, and family memories highlighted.
A Texas truck driver reports a possible Bigfoot sighting in East Texas, describing a tall, dark, hairy figure along State Route 1253. Bigfoot, East Texas, sighting, report.
Texas Christmas weather forecast shows rain likely and only a small snow chance, according to the Farmer’s Almanac. Texas holiday weather, Christmas forecast, and snow chances explained.
Texas has revealed its most searched holiday drink for 2025, and it’s not the warm, cozy classic you’d expect. Here’s the festive favorite surprising even me.
Some East Texans say Black Friday crowds were lighter this year, possibly due to tighter budgets or a shift to online shopping. How was your experience? Email tara.holley@townsquaremedia.com