Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Longview High School's Junior ROTC cadets were honored by local genealogical societies when Cadet Capt. Sage Pena and Cadet First Sgt. Alicia Hughes received scholarships under the guidance of their instructors (Major Roland Beasley and Sgt. 1st Class Jennifer Jackson).
The Junior League awarded $54,000 in grants to 11 nonprofits supporting women and children, strengthening community programs.
💼 Business
A senior living facility at 1408 Lago Trail — now known as Sodalis Longview — transitioned to new management from San Marcos, promising daily support and structured activities.
A lawn care app, GreenPal, launched locally with about 20 providers as March figures showed increased home sales and rising median prices.
🎭 Culture
LeTourneau University’s Belcher Center will launch a season of live events celebrating its 20th anniversary and the university’s 80th anniversary.
The schedule will include Andy Grammer on Aug. 30, Trace Adkins on Sept. 12, Crowder during October’s homecoming, and the Broadway show A Christmas Story in December.
🎓 Education
Four Overton ISD seniors will sign with colleges on May 14 at 8 a.m. in the high school gym + their signing marks a key milestone in their athletic careers.
The event is open to family, friends and community supporters celebrating local achievement.
LeTourneau University held two ceremonies on Saturday at the Belcher Center on campus, where graduates from seven schools received their diplomas.
LETU President Dr. Steven D. Mason presided while Amy Davis delivered an address (using skydiving as a metaphor for success).
🏈 Sports
Carolina Panthers signed undrafted rookie quarterback Haynes King, a Longview native and ACC Player of the Year, following the NFL draft.
King said he aims to succeed as a quarterback while staying flexible for his team’s evolving needs — a challenge he embraced at rookie minicamp.
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