Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
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🏘️ Community
A Celebration of Life for Brent Taylor, who died last week at age 81, will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church in downtown Longview, with a reception in the Cook Foyer to honor his 43 year radio career and his impact on local football.
Charles Taylor and Rev.
Dr. Evan Dolive were named as the 2026 Unity Honors recipients to be celebrated at a luncheon on Feb. 25 at the Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center (100 Grand Blvd). The awards recognize their efforts to boost community unity and support.
🎓 Education
Gregg County agricultural students participated in the expo at the Longview Fairgrounds on Jan.
8 and 9, showcasing animals, mechanical projects and home economics competitions. Top winners were announced across livestock and ag mechanics contests.
🏈 Sports
On Tuesday, the Spring Hill Lady Panthers defeated Pittsburg 8-0 as Kaylee Londeau scored three times and Kambree McDaniel added two goals.
Monday, the Tatum Lady Eagles beat Tenaha 2-0 with Avery Fields-Polk scoring twice; Tatum will visit Diboll on Friday.
The Lady Lobos beat the North Forney Lady Falcons 59-44 on Tuesday to move to 17-4 overall and 3-2 in District 10-6A play; they will host Royse City on Friday.
The Longview Lobos beat the North Forney Falcons 68-60 at Lobo Coliseum on Tuesday, Jan.
13 to even their district record at 2-2 (overall 18-6). The Lobos will visit Royse City on Friday.
Former Lobo football players Jalen Hale and Taylor Tatum have chosen new college teams for the upcoming season.
Hale is headed to SMU from Alabama + Tatum will join Michigan after leaving Oklahoma.
The Tatum Lady Eagles defeated Crockett on penalty kicks after regulation ended tied 2-2 on Tuesday.
Miranda Alvarez gave Tatum a 1-0 lead and Avery Fields-Polk scored early in the second half while Dayana Miller made three key saves during the shootout.
Beckville’s Adyson Davis was chosen for the Texas Girls Coaches Association All-Star Volleyball Games and will play for the Red team in Arlington from July 16-18.
She led the Ladycats last season with top service numbers (57 aces, 203 kills, 313 digs) during a 35-win campaign.
🎉 Longview Events
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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.
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.
Daddy Daughter Valentines Dance
6-8 p.m. — City of Longview Parks and Recreation — $30 for dad and daughter duo, $10 for additional kids — Enjoy a delightful evening of dancing, laughter, and light refreshments with your little lady.
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