Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Longview.
🏛️ Government
County leaders in Upshur, Gregg and Smith counties proposed forming a regional groundwater conservation district to block planned commercial water drilling from outside groups.
Officials stated the new body would rely on fees from water companies (without adding property taxes) and be submitted for state approval soon.
🏈 Sports
Spring Hill’s Mason Barnes earned second team honors in Class 4A when THSBCA released the All-State teams on Tuesday, June 16.
The Panthers’ standout recorded a 1.02 ERA in 75.2 innings.
Eight LeTourneau student-athletes (including Zach Baker and Kaiden Schneider) were named to the SCAC Spring All-Sportsmanship teams after conference head coaches selected one athlete per team for their sportsmanship.
The awards were announced Tuesday, June 16.
Multiple area teams will compete in the 2026 TABC Girls Basketball Showcase in Bryan from Thursday through Saturday.
Longview’s Lady Lobos will play Plano East at Bryan High School on Friday before facing Coppell later that day and Pflugerville Weiss on Saturday at Legends Event Center.
🎉 Longview Events
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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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