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Top Tyler Shops For Your Christmas or New Years Dress

It is a girl's favorite time of year. Not only do we ladies get to give and receive gifts, we get to go shopping. One of the more fun holiday shopping excursions is to find the perfect Christmas party and New Years celebration dresses. But, where are the best places to look around town?

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The Sideshow Tragedy, Facebook
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The Sideshow Tragedy are Taking Over Tyler This Saturday

Austin's The Sideshow Tragedy are coming to Tyler on Saturday night, November 3rd. If you have not set  weekend plans yet, come out to the Coffin Shop in downtown Tyler. If you do have plans, change them. Here is a little peek at what is roaring our way. 

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It’s ‘National Cheeseburger Day’ — Who Has the Best Cheeseburger in East Texas? [POLL]

Today,Sept. 18, is 'National Cheeseburger Day.' Not sure why we have just have one day out of the year to celebrate the greatness that is the cheeseburger, but my hat is off to whoever is responsible for making it nationally recognized!

I would love to know who you think has the best cheeseburger in town? Click and take our poll. You may just decide where I go for lunch today!

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East Texas BBQ Joint Puts Tyler on ‘The Best BBQ Cities’ List [POLL]

When you think of award winning BBQ you most likely think of towns like Kansas City, St. Louis, Memphis or Austin. You may not think Tyler can stack up to those heavy hitters, but think again! Website Livability.com released a list of the 'Top 10 BBQ Cities' and Stanley's Famous Pitt BBQ on Beckham is one of the BBQ joints that helped Tyler make the list! In fact, Tyler is in the top 5 - thank you very much!

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Larry Williams Gives Directions to Motel 6 in Longview [VIDEO]

If you have never heard Larry Williams give to directions to Motel 6 in Longview, then you are about to become part of a special underground group that has had the privilege of being part of a local viral video that has been floating around before YouTube, or the Internet really, was common place.

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Ryan Pierse, Getty Images
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What is the Best Beer for Beating the Texas Heat? [POLL]

To quote Les Claypool from Primus, "I ain't nothin' special.  I'm your average kind of man.  I like a frosty barley-pop, and I'll drink 'em out the can." It doesn't matter to me if it's out of a can, bottle or keg. Ice cold beer has always been a staple for bea

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Things To Do This Weekend In East Texas

For those of us who have grown up in East Texas, we know that Tyler can be kind of dull on the weekends. But if you do a little research like we did, you'd be surprised at the things actually going on around town. So to spare you from sitting at home being a couch potato all weekend long, we put together a list of things going on around East Texas.

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DebMomof3, Flickr
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Best Bathrooms in Tyler

If you're anything like me, you avoid using public bathrooms at all cost. If you could - you would take your potty like this little one in the picture -- however, when the need arises, you have no choice to use the dreaded public restroom. Th

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Halloween Parties and Events in Tyler/Longview – Our Top Five

Candy, costumes, and more candy. Halloween is a favorite among kids. Dressing up as their favorite super hero or Disney channel star is a must. But we also want to keep it safe for the kids and even maybe a little something for the adults

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Best Places to Go Swimming in Tyler & Longview – Jeff’s Top Five

One thing is for sure, Summer is officially here!

The above normal temperatures we've been experiencing the past few weeks has had everyone heading for either the air conditioning, or the pool!

This got me to thinking about the top 5 places in East Texas to go swimming!

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Best Gifts To Give on Father’s Day – Our Top Five

Looking to get dad something a little nicer than a tie?  The following gift ideas may not necessarily be nicer, but they certainly show more thought!

When doing research for this post, I planned on searching the internet for cool gift ideas.  Little did I know, my first Google search would bring me to a one stop shopping ground!  The items at gifts.com are perfect!  I would appreciate getting any of them as a Fathers Day gift!  My personal favorites after the jump.

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Best Places To Take Dad on Father’s Day – Our Rockin’ Top 5

Father's Day is coming up on June 19th this year. Dad's can often times be tough to buy for. Sometimes it's because dad doesn't really want or need anything in particular. Another reason dear old dad can be tough to buy for is the price tag on the things they would love to have. Cars, lawn equipment, and things like hi-tech gadgets can be costly to say the least. I've put together a list of not only gifts to buy for dad, but also a few things you can do with him to let him know he's appreciated! More after the jump.

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