Drivers Urged to Avoid Front & Palace

TYLER — The traffic control box and pole at Front and Palace were struck by a semi-truck last night which knocked out the traffic lights. The traffic department has been on scene repairing the damage all night. The lights are still out and are not expected to be operational until sometime later morning. Stop signs have been placed on the intersection for traffic control. Motorists are advised to avoid this intersection if at all possible this morning.