Good morning, Longview.

Friends of the Longview Public Library continue their book sale today from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with Friday specials offering boxes for $2 and bags for $1 — library staff advise using side entrances after a cracked glass panel from an ice fall.

On Wednesday, SWEPCO donated 11 pallets of refrigerated food (milk, bacon, cheese, and boxed lunches) to nonprofit Newgate Mission on Mobberly Avenue in Longview.

The donation helped feed over 200 people daily after Winter Storm Fern increased the mission's need for meals.

Longview ISD began construction on its new bond-funded Early Childhood Learning Center on Melba Street yesterday.

The 79,000 sqft facility with over 30 classrooms is designed for children from 6 weeks to 4 years old — it will expand early learning and help ease local childcare waitlists.

Spring Hill’s Lady Panthers rallied in the second quarter to beat the Kilgore Lady Bulldogs 48-25 at Panther Gymnasium on Wednesday, improving to 23-6 overall while Kilgore dropped to 15-11.

In the boys game, Kilgore edged the contest with a 43-30 win as Spring Hill fell to 5-17.

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.

Summit Volleyball Club - East Texas Volleyball Tournament

7 a.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Entry fees vary — Compete in the thrilling Series #2 East Texas Volleyball Tournament hosted by Summit Volleyball Club.

Jordan World Circus – Longview, TX

5:30 p.m. — Longview Rodeo Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling circus acts and fun for the whole family.

Big Tech Industry Tours & Showcase

8:30 – 11:30 AM — Visit Longview Marketplace — Free entry — Explore how major technology companies manufacture their products through engaging tours.