Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of June.
Good morning, Longview.
Longview enjoyed the annual Bill Bussey Balloon Glow as pilots ignited burners on grounded balloons Friday night, and the festival continued Saturday at the Longview Convention Complex with an opening ceremony at 8:45 p.m., a glow at 8:50 p.m. and a drone show.
The city is reviewing tree placements on Mobberly Avenue that may affect new sidewalks and power lines in its $7.5 million Complete Street project.
City Engineer Zack Shaner said the arborist will be consulted and work delayed until cooler weather (trees were planted under a grant requirement).
Longview's Georgia Scott (Trinity School of Texas junior) ran the 800 meter race at the NCAA Outdoor Championships yesterday in Eugene, setting a school record of 2:00.90 and earning second team All-American honors with a fourth-place heat finish and 13th overall ranking nationally.
On Friday, June 13, Piney Woods rallied for a 3 to 1 win over the Niners at City Park.
Brance Farrell had two hits and teammates sparked the comeback, and games are set for Saturday and Sunday.
Jr. Robotics Camp
1-5 p.m. — LeTourneau University — Cost info not provided — Kids will learn to design and program robots using LEGO WeDo Science in a fun and collaborative environment.
HERPS Longview Exotic Reptile and Pet Expo
10 a.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — Admission varies — Explore a vast range of exotic reptiles and take part in educational activities for all ages.
Eagle 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon in Longview
5K, 10K, and 13.1M — Paul Boorman Trail Park — Registration required — Compete in a scenic race on Independence Day.
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