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Saturday, May 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ East Texans gathered at Lake Palestine Resort on Friday to remember the 2024 tornado and raise funds for victims of the early May tornado in Frankston. The resort donated 10% of its kitchen and bar sales to help local families rebuild (a clear show of community support). KETK
- ➤ The Gregg County Historical Museum will host the Underwater Science and Subs Summer Camp for kids ages 8 to 13, offering hands-on underwater science sessions each morning from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. from June 24 to 27 + only 25 spots are available at a cost of $100 per child. Kilgore News Herald
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Braum's filed plans to build its third store in Longview at 1420 W. Loop 281 — near Dutch Bros Coffee and across from Milano's Ristorante. The filing says construction will start in August and be finished by February 2028 at a cost of $800,000. Longview News-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gregg County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Morgan Brady Smith, last seen on Wednesday at his Longview home wearing jeans and a white-sleeve collared shirt, and his black 2007 Honda Coupe (with a missing front bumper and license SFX3672) is noted—anyone with information is urged to call 903-236-8400 or 911. KETK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pine Tree High School held its graduation last Thursday at Pirate Stadium in Longview as seniors received their diplomas. Valedictorian Sophia Nix and salutatorian Laurelise Beakley led the class honors—marking a proud academic milestone. Longview News-Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longview water rights activists urged state lawmakers to oppose a proposed reservoir and water sale from Lake O’ The Pines because the projects could take homes, farms, and forests and harm local industries. The reservoir plan, which may use eminent domain and be finished by 2050, has locals calling for better conservation steps — they want safer options for East Texas water. Longview News-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City offices, Longview Transit, and the Public Library are closed in observance of Memorial Day, with the library closed from today through May 26 and transit resuming on May 27. A Memorial Day ceremony will be held weather permitting from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Plaza at Teague Park (the compost site will be closed on May 26 and 27, resuming on May 28), and water or sewer emergencies should be reported at 903-236-3030. City of Longview
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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.
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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.
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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.
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MotoXtreme Circus Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Longview Rodeo Arena — Tickets from $10 — Experience an action-packed performance with thrilling circus acts.
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9 AM - 7 PM — Parkview Independent Living — Free entry — Explore a vibrant community offering exceptional amenities and activities for seniors.
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Jr. Robotics: VEX GO Camp
8 AM – 12 PM — LeTourneau University — Cost varies — A hands-on robotics camp where young campers explore STEM concepts and build their own robots.
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