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Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Longview will hold Martin Luther King Jr. celebration events starting Jan. 15 at Magrill Plaza with a service, jazz reception at the Community Center, and parade and festival on Jan. 17, and celebrations conclude on Jan. 19 with a community march and interfaith service. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ The Longview News-Journal announced printed Sunday comics and coupon inserts will end in January 2026 due to supplier issues, though the e-Edition will keep digital comics. The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will offer free tax help at Alpine Presbyterian Church (135 Hiett Lane) from Feb. 2, with appointments starting Jan. 19. Longview News-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lady Lobos won 10-1 over Braswell at the Mesquite Invitational on Thursday, with early play sparking a scoring spree — they take on North Mesquite today at 1:00 p.m. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ The Kilgore Bulldogs defeated Whitehouse 4-0 in Tuesday night's non-conference game with key plays by Martinez & teammates, and they face Chapel Hill at 7 p.m. today at their home stadium as part of the Pine Tree tournament. Kilgore News Herald
- ➤ Carthage players Jett Surratt + K.J. Edwards earned MVP honors after leading the Bulldogs to a perfect 16-0 season and a second Class 4A Division II state title as coaches unveiled the District 8-4A All-District Football Team for the 2025 season. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Kilgore Lady Bulldogs began the season with a 2 to 1 win over Mount Pleasant. They compete in Sulphur Springs from Jan. 8 until 10 and in Terrell from Jan. 15 until 17, with district play on Jan. 20 against Sabine + coach Garcia aims to build a strong season. Kilgore News Herald
- ➤ The Kilgore College Lady Rangers won an 89-37 game against the Western Gulf Red Gales at Masters Gymnasium (their home court) on Wednesday and will host Blinn for their Region XIV Conference opener Saturday. 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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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.
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