Good morning, Longview.

The City of Longview held a family-friendly Juneteenth in the Park festival at Teague Park Thursday, featuring food and fellowship—community activities will continue Friday and Saturday.

St. Mary's Catholic School in Longview is switching to a traditional classical education model for 2025-26 with pre-K through third grade starting the new curriculum, and older grades will join the change over the next two years—enrollment is now open for interested families.

Longview ISD is mourning the loss of Jase Layperson, a fifth grader at Johnston McQueen Elementary, who died recently—his family has asked for thoughts and prayers as they cope with this tragic loss.

More than 650 high school football players from 67 area schools attended the Zone photo shoots, a preseason tradition hosted by the Longview News-Journal and Tyler Morning Telegraph, on June 10 at Spring Hill High School in Longview and Tuesday evening at Tyler Legacy where professional photos were taken for an exclusive magazine that will debut on Aug. 16. The magazine will have 150 glossy pages of team stats, schedules and player profiles—details set to help fans follow the season.

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.