Good morning, Longview.

Pine Tree ISD hosted an event on Thursday at the Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center where Pirates of all ages showcased their talents, displayed projects, and met district staff - a job fair also provided information on employment opportunities.

On Friday, Feb. 13, the THSCA honored local coaches including Longview High's Oscar Wilson, who earned an assistant Coach of the Year award, and released its Super Elite Teams for the 2025 season + named standout players from East Texas schools.

Longview Police Department extends Project 365 into South Longview along the I-20 corridor (between Estes Parkway and South Eastman Road) to improve community quality until National Night Out in October.

A public meeting is set for Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Rollins Addition Church of Christ.

LeTourneau softball fell 11-4 to Austin College Friday afternoon at the Joyce Family Athletic Village.

The team will face McMurry in Abilene Feb. 20-21.

The Longview News-Journal review outlines the 2026 high school baseball season with team profiles—including the Lobos led by coach Robert Ellis and key player Dameion Kennedy—and notes records, returning players, and areas for improvement across district teams + plans for the upcoming season.

Chapel Hill Lady Bulldogs beat Spring Hill 35-33 Friday at Sabine High School & will open playoffs at 6 p.m. Monday against Brownsboro at UT-Tyler.

Former Lobo coach Pat Collins, who won a national championship with Northeast Louisiana and led the Lobos from 2000 to 2003 to a 27-20 record, died early Friday at 84; he was inducted into the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame in 2015.

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.

Western Invasion - Longview

7:50 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. — Stragent Dog Park — Entry Fee Required — Challenge yourself with a unique 10K race in the heart of Longview, Texas.