Tyler city leaders are partnering with the Blue Zones initiative to study what changes are needed in the community, from more places to walk or bike to more healthy food options and help quitting smoking or vaping."It's something we're going to come alongside the Blue Zones initiative to promote these opportunities where people in East Texas, especially Tyler, can live longer, healthier lives," said Tyler Mayor Stuart Hene.

Tyler, Whitehouse reach readiness statusBlue Zones studies communities where people live longer, healthier lives.

Cities earn Blue Zones certification after a readiness review.