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Saturday, May 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Longview Parks and Recreation will host Splash Day at Ingram Pool on June 7 from 12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.—charging $1 for all ages as families enjoy water slides and poolside fun to kick off the 2025 season.  City of Longview
  • The East Texas Food Bank released its 2025 Map the Meal Gap numbers showing that 1 in 5 adults and 1 in 4 children did not have enough food, totaling nearly 44.6 million meals. The group warned that proposed SNAP cuts will force changes in its operations and may increase local costs (an estimated extra $87 million per year for Texas).  KETK

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Concert Under the Stars Sock Hop Party

    7:30-11 p.m. — Kokomo Theatre — Snack bar available — Enjoy a night of 50's themed music and classic films under the stars.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • Wholesale Market Tradeshow

    1-10 p.m. — 1604 E Whaley St, Longview, TX — Free entry — Experience unbeatable deals at the ultimate indoor bargain shopping event.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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  • Great Texas Balloon Race & Festival

    7 PM – 11 PM — Longview Convention Complex — Check website for costs — Witness stunning balloon flights and enjoy musical entertainment throughout the festival.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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  • iTRI365 - Up & Away Run & Ruck

    1-3 p.m. — 1016 McCann Rd, Longview, TX — Entry fee applies — Experience a charitable run and ruck amidst the stunning Texas Balloon Race while supporting local recovery services.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB
  • ReStore Manager

    Seeking PT ReStore Associate who is hard working, energetic, responsible, with a clean driving record and can drive a 16' box truck. Our schedule is Tue-Sat, 9AM-5PM (mandatory Saturdays). Applications available at 907 McCann Road, Longview.

REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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