Good morning, Longview.

Former Lobo Trent Williams held his annual free football camp for kids on Saturday, June 13 at Lobo Stadium (young athletes trained and worked out during the event).

Local arts contributor Jane Johnston Akins, who helped found the Longview Museum of Fine Arts in the 1970s, died June 5 at home at 96; her work lives on in the museum as it expands into the historic former Longview National Bank building as a regional arts destination.

The University of Arkansas recognized students for earning a spot on its Spring 2026 Chancellor’s List by achieving a 4.0 GPA and completing 12 credit hours; local honorees come from Henderson, Kilgore, and Mt Enterprise.

Chancellor Charles Robinson praised their hard work and set a high standard for academic success.

Food columnist Barbara Richardson McClellan shared cost-saving grocery tips and a three-bean salad recipe to boost protein intake in Longview.

Her column published Sunday, June 14, advises shoppers to avoid buying on an empty stomach and to shop smartly.

On Saturday at 7 a.m., the annual Up & Away Run & Ruck saw hundreds of runners take to Longview’s trails as balloons soared overhead for the Great Texas Balloon Race & a portion of the proceeds benefited Bush-League Pinch Hitters.

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.