Good morning, Longview.

Gregg County child advocates gathered Tuesday at the courthouse — where Judge Tim Womack read a proclamation — to recognize National Child Abuse Awareness Month and call for more community support and volunteer training.

On Tuesday, city officials, lawmakers, and residents commended Longview firefighters for rescuing two people from a hot air balloon stuck on a radio tower — the rescue on Feb.

28 drew national attention. The ceremony at the Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center honored the brave efforts of the local team.

The News-Journal is relocating its editorial, advertising and business offices with updated contact details now provided for payments at P.O.

Box 1792 in town, subscriber services at 903-237-7777 and the main office at 903-757-3311. The move is ongoing.

Tyler Legacy defeated Longview 9-2 in District 10-6A baseball on Tuesday night at Mike Carter Field, with strong pitching from Jaden Davis and timely hits by the Red Raiders.

Legacy is scheduled to return to Longview at 7 p.m. Thursday as weather permits.

The Sabine Lady Cardinals finished third at the District 16-3A Golf Tournament at Oakhurst Golf Club in Bullard on Tuesday, with Avery Rutland’s rounds (88 and 90) earning her overall district champion status and advancement to regionals on April 15-16 while the Sabine boys also reached regionals on April 13-14.

Wiley University is launching Women’s Flag Football to broaden athletic opportunities for female student-athletes.

Recruitment begins immediately and the team will reach varsity status by the 2027–28 season (a major new step in university sports).

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!

4-8 p.m. — Longview Arboretum and Nature Center — $10 Adults, Kids under 12 FREE — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, dancing, and tasty tacos.