Good morning, Longview.

Longview PD arrested 28-year-old Dominique Johnson in Kilgore—he is charged with the murder of Isaiah Ross, who was fatally shot on Melba Street around 9:18 p.m. on Saturday.

The annual East Texas Annual - Perennial Plant Trial will be held on June 26 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center in Overton so local gardeners and landscapers can explore new annual and perennial plant varieties.

Participants can visit the field trial from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and the container trial from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with no fee for attendance.

Longview Public Library will be closed all day on June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday—local officials encourage residents to explore available city events on that day.

Longview City Council will vote Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall on appointing Greg Grimes as the new fire chief—he was recommended after a national search led by City Manager Rolin McPhee.

Grimes, with 25 years at the Allen Fire Department, is set to succeed former chief J.P. Steelman, who retired in March.

Pathstones Counseling Center on Gilmer Road offers low-cost counseling—charging a flat fee that can drop with income proof—and uses volunteer counselors to provide mental health services to those who cannot afford private therapy.

The nonprofit seeks additional volunteers and donations to support its extended hours and plans for a new building as demand grows.

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.

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.

MotoXtreme Circus Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Longview Rodeo Arena — Tickets from $10 — Experience an action-packed performance with thrilling circus acts.

On-Site Tour at Parkview Independent Living

9 AM - 7 PM — Parkview Independent Living — Free entry — Explore a vibrant community offering exceptional amenities and activities for seniors.

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.

East Texas Comic Con

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — Tickets available soon — Show and meet special guests, browse vendors and artists, participate in panels, and showcase your cosplay skills.

City of Longview Fireworks & Freedom Celebration

4-10:30 p.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a free concert and the biggest fireworks show in East Texas.