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Sunday, January 4th, 2026
Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Longview country singer Neal McCoy will mark his 10th anniversary of saying the Pledge of Allegiance by appearing on Fox & Friends today at 7:50 a.m., on NewsMax Tuesday at noon, and at the White House on Jan. 7 at 10 a.m. as he launches limited-edition flags. Longview News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The local library will host a Tai Chi class led by Paul Gerald on Jan. 9 with two sessions (seniors/modified from 9:30-10 a.m. and traditional from 10-11 a.m.); sign up by calling (903) 237-1351 or via Facebook. City of Longview
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local gardening expert Neil from Sperry Gardens advises gardeners to divide iris beds every 3-4 years (fall is ideal) to boost blooming while sharing tips on selecting shade-friendly shrubs and pruning fruit trees for healthier growth. Longview News-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Overton Mustangs beat New Summerfield 55-25 in the opening District 22-2A play on Friday. Christian Hall led with 15 points as the team prepares to face Carlisle Tuesday. Kilgore News Herald
- ➤ Kylie Weeks scored 22 points+with four assists and helped drive the LeTourneau women's basketball team to a 79-66 win over Centenary on Friday night inside the Gold Dome, avenging an earlier loss. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Division I state champion Decatur earned top honors on the Blue Bell + TSWA Class 4A All-State Volleyball Team for the 2025 season when TSWA members on Jan. 3 named Stormi Snider coach of the year and Ava Green player of the year. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ LETU (7-3, 2-0 SCAC) men's basketball team held off Centenary 80-75 on Friday night at the Gold Dome, with Max Frels scoring 18 and Jackson Mayes 22 points. The YellowJackets will play Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton Monday at 7 p.m. Longview News-Journal
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HERPS Longview Exotic Reptile and Pet Expo
10 AM - 5 PM — Longview Exhibit Center — Admission details unavailable — Explore a wide range of reptiles and exotic animals with educational activities for all ages.
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Longview Deals and Resolutions Auction
10 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. — Alliance Auto Auction Longview — Free entry — Explore 400 units from top dealers and kick off the new year with amazing deals.
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Longview 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Electric Cowboy Longview — Entry fee not specified — Enjoy a community-focused 5K as part of the Healthy Initiative in Longview.
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