Good morning, Longview.

RHE Hatco, Inc. closed its Longview facility on Feb.

27 and laid off 68 workers after finding that the needed repairs cost far more than planned—employees received 60 days’ notice pay.

The Kilgore High School Student Council received top honors Feb.

24 from the Texas Association of Student Councils — awards were given in Pride and Patriotism, Energy and Environment, Drugs, Alcohol, Safety and Health, and Community Service. The council was also named Outstanding Student Council and Sweepstakes Student Council for Texas — a recognition of its strong leadership.

Fire forecasters from Texas A&M and the National Weather Service warn Northeast Texas faces high wildfire risk due to dry, windy weather that will persist through March 19—Tyler has very high risk while Longview has high risk, and residents should avoid outdoor burning and activities with open flames.

Longview City Council awarded a $7.6 million contract to local road-paving contractor East Texas Bridge, Inc.—which will widen Reel Road into a four-lane concrete road with sidewalks and drainage improvements—to begin this summer and run for 14 months to ease traffic congestion.

Darrin Morris Band Live

6:30-10:30 p.m. | Crossing Creeks Country Club | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening of live music with the Darrin Morris Band in Longview's scenic country club.

Longview PRCA Rodeo

7:30-9:20 p.m. — Longview Rodeo Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo action while supporting a good cause with every ticket purchased.