For a generation of Texans, the mall wasn't just a place to shop. It was where friends met, movies were watched, games were played and weekends disappeared.
You might be paying more than your neighbor for the exact same groceries or rideshare without even knowing it. Companies are using your data to decide your price.
The former Painted Tree location in Tyler is reopening as The Collective Boutiques, bringing back the marketplace shopping experience with new ownership this fall.
A simple shopping trip turned into a quiet realization: many East Texas stores feel understaffed. Long lines, empty registers, and overworked employees are becoming familiar sights.