Tyler at a Glance
The live music scene in Tyler, Texas is hitting a high note. Here are some of the most popular places to find live music in the Rose City!
The live music scene in Tyler, Texas is hitting a high note. Here are some of the most popular places to find live music in the Rose City!
Visit Tyler is in our 2nd year of the “Rose City Ambassador” program, aimed at giving high school students the opportunity to earn community volunteer hours. The volunteer program is open to all high school students residing in Smith County who enjoy working with people.
Megan Magill was born and raised in Tyler, Texas. She grew up with a love for dance, theatre, and music and had a dream of making it to New York City and fulfilling her desire and passion to become a Broadway actress and star. Megan was on the verge of her big breakthrough moment when…
FRESH 15 is a one-of-a-kind 15k race here in Tyler and is growing in popularity nation-wide. Each year, racers from all over the nation descend on Tyler to this popular event. This year was one of the best races yet. It also had a unique human-interest story involving former Tyler Police officer Abby Rodseth. Abby…
East Texas is known for turning out talent, and now we’re proud to have Fritz Hager III representing Tyler on American Idol. F3 is currently in the top 10 contestants, and will be continue competing to stay on the show. In this episode, Cindy and Holli catch up with Fritz about growing up in Tyler,…
Spring is here in Tyler, Texas. Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and Tyler is alive with the Azalea and Spring Flower Trail and tons of other events and activities that make this season great! Join Holli and Cindy as they visit with Visit Tyler Vice President of Tourism and Servicing, Susan Travis. You will…
Do you ever just want to get away to your favorite place but not have to take a day to get there? There is a place right here in Tyler’s own backyard that offers the amenities, view, and serenity of a getaway to Seaside or another resort location. High Hill Development is creating an oasis…
Downtown is the heart and soul of every city. It is vital to preserve the history of your town but to also make way for new and innovative things. Join Holli and Cindy as they visit with Tyler Main Street Director Amber Varona. You will hear about all the exciting things that are happening in…
Arts are an important part of any healthy vibrant community. The Arts bring many benefits to a city. Join Holli and Cindy as they visit with East Texas Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Robin Hampton and ETSO Music Director Richard Lee. Find out what they are bringing to Tyler and East Texas and what their feelings…
Studies show that for every $100 spent at a small business, $48 stays in the community. The holidays are just around the corner, and it’s more important than ever to shop small this season. On this episode, Holli and Cindy visit with Anthony Cortez, Event Coordinator at one of Tyler’s local treasures: The Potpourri House.…
Did you know with the advances made in technology, creatives are able to build their business right here in Tyler? Many creative business owners are doing just that. On this month’s episode, the Rambling Roses catch up with a Cory Fourniquet, local business owner and YouTube creator for GT Garage Talk. We learn what it…
Rose Season is just around the corner and with that comes the 88th Annual Texas Rose Festival! Join Holli and Cindy as they visit with Jacob Climer, Costume and Set Designer, and the new designer for the Texas Rose Festival. Jacob will share his background with us, and his approach to designing this year’s costumes…
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