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Longview
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning, John Clark’s family received an overdue Bronze Star at Mobberly Baptist Church after his wife’s perseverance corrected his military records—honoring his combat service and giving his loved ones closure. Longview News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UIL released official district alignments Monday for 2026 and 2027 sports seasons. Longview will remain in District 10-6A (with eight teams), while Hallsville enters District 6-5A Division II, Pine Tree stays in Class 4A Division I, and Spring Hill moves to a district that includes two-time defending state champion Carthage. Longview News-Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longview residents can join the Tree-Mendous Adoption Meeting today at 5:30 p.m. at Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center, where a $1.2 million grant will fund planting 5,000 trees + providing 750 free tree giveaways along with tree care training to restore our local canopy. Longview News-Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LeTourneau athletes set records over the weekend as Victoria Wilson broke her pentathlon mark at the Washburn Open in Kansas and teammates posted personal bests at the McNeese Indoor II meet. The team will head to Houston for the FasTrak Collegiate Classic on Feb. 7. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ The 86th annual East Texas Golden Gloves Boxing Tournament will be held at the Longview Exhibit Center from Feb. 19-21, with weigh-ins on Feb. 14 at 1212 South Mobberly Avenue. Tickets will be sold at the door. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ LeTourneau splits its basketball series with Austin College as the men’s team won 82–69 Saturday (Jackson Mayes scored 20 points and joined the 1,000-point club) while the women’s team lost 72–57. LeTourneau will host Concordia Texas on Tuesday. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Kilgore College sports teams earned conference wins this past weekend, with the men's Rangers winning on Saturday with a buzzer beater against Coastal Bend and the women's team securing an overtime victory over Paris. The softball team won two close Sunday games at KC Commons and will host future contests. Longview News-Journal
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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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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