Good morning, Longview.

East Texas country singer Neal McCoy recited the Pledge of Allegiance at the White House Wednesday morning, marking 10 years of a daily tradition seen live on Facebook.

He partnered with Allied Flag — releasing a limited-edition flag in autographed boxes — to celebrate this milestone.

Tuesday's boys basketball district games saw Overton beat Carlisle 66 to 30, Kilgore top Cumberland Academy 95 to 52 and Sabine rally past White Oak 52 to 34; Overton will host Alto and Kilgore face Carthage on Friday + Carlisle has a bye.

The Overton Lady Mustangs beat Carlisle 40-33 on Tuesday in District 22-2A action, with senior Ashby Croswell scoring eight crucial points; Kilgore dispatched Cumberland Academy 59-12 and Sabine overcame White Oak 42-26—Kilgore will face Carthage on Friday.

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.

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.

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.

Freeze Your Fanny Cycling Event

10 AM – 3 PM — ORR PreOwned Longview — Registration fees apply — Participate in a multi-distance cycling event supporting local athletes with intellectual disabilities.