Saturday, April 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill Industries of East Texas in Mineola is hiring a Production Associate who will greet customers and handle donated items. The job pays $10.25—$12.30 per hour on a day shift with rotating weekends and evening work. KETK
- ➤ Kelly Hall, president and CEO of the Longview Chamber of Commerce, said that Texas faces a childcare crisis that leads to worker shortages—forcing many small business owners to experience absences and lost business opportunities. The Employers for Childcare Task Force has filed four bills to ease childcare costs and offer tax credits that will support working families. Longview News-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gregg County sheriff's office reported that Mykos Chandler went missing after leaving his Kilgore home on April 11 while traveling from the Longview Amtrak Station to Poplar Bluff — he was expected to arrive early on April 12 and anyone with information is urged to call the sheriff at 903-236-8400. KETK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Special education students shone on April 17th at Lobo Stadium during Longview ISD's Special Education Track and Field Day. About 130 students from all campuses except East Texas Montessori Academy took part while Lobo football players + the Lobo Choir + the Viewettes performed. Longview News-Journal
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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.
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Longview Symphony Orchestra Concert
7 PM — Belcher Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of classical music performed by the Longview Symphony Orchestra.
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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.
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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.
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Monster Energy Recon Tour
11 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Ingram Park — Free entry — Experience thrilling BMX action as athletes showcase their skills in a fun, community-focused event.
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