Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Longview.
🏘️ Community
The Deep East Texas A&M Club will host its annual Muster on April 21 in Longview at The Event Center on Alpine (2023 Alpine Road) to honor Aggies lost in the past year.
The event will include a roll call, local student scholarship awards and a meal with guest speaker Brad H. Tidwell.
Longview father Daniel Boulware turned his life around after a drug relapse and losing part of custody by joining Buckner Longview’s Fatherhood EFFECT program.
He will begin pursuing a certificate in substance abuse counseling at Kilgore College in August and aims to regain shared custody of his daughter.
The library will host Puzzle Swap Day on April 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—community members should bring complete, gently used jigsaw puzzles to exchange or donate.
Registration is not required but bring a puzzle if you plan to take one home.
💼 Business
Between April 7th and 11th, ten business assumed names were filed in Gregg County by local entrepreneurs — including Lakeport Roofing, La Rosa Negra Tattoo, Hollywood Nails & Spa Longview, Dripping Lilies Hair Salon, All Appliance Repair, Liberty Bankers A B Life, Liberty Bankers Life American Bankers, ETX By Lds, Grace and Grain, and DHS Davis House Services.
🏥 Health
Texas public health officials reported 20 new measles cases Tuesday, raising the state's total to 561 over the past two and a half months and resulting in 58 hospitalizations and 2 deaths among unvaccinated children.
The outbreak began in January in Gaines County and has now spread to 23 counties and nearby states, with 4% (less than 25 cases) currently infectious.
🎉 Longview Events
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City of Longview Job Fair
3-7 p.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Free entry — Explore job opportunities in various City departments and the skills needed to succeed.
Guthrie Creek Open Pickleball Tournament
8 AM – 8 PM — Guthrie Park — Proceeds benefit the local pickleball community — Enjoy spirited competition at the fifth annual tournament hosted by the Longview Pickleball Club.
Longview Symphony Orchestra Concert
7 PM — Belcher Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of classical music performed by the Longview Symphony Orchestra.
One-Night Event with Kevin and Kathi Zadai
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Breakthru Church — Free entry — Experience an evening of fellowship and inspiring teachings.
Annual Mobberly Family Services Rummage Sale
8 AM - 2 PM — Longview Exhibit Center — Supports local community services — Browse unique finds at this beneficial charity sale.
📣 Longview Announcements
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Easter Sale 20% OFF Donated Items
Get 20% OFF on all donated items, including new cabinets, building materials, furniture, and appliances. Now through Saturday, April 19.
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