Good morning, Longview.

The Longview News-Journal and Tyler Morning Telegraph won 18 awards at the Texas Press Association contest on Wednesday, June 24.

The papers were recognized for excellence in feature writing, sports coverage, page design, and more that highlighted their strong local journalism.

SWEPCO is boosting power generation and capacity as it seeks 3,000 megawatts through proposals due July 29 & marks a major concrete pour milestone at its Hallsville Natural Gas Project.

The new plant is set to begin operations in December.

Big Sky STEM Labs is hosting a three-day STEM camp at the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center for children ages 8 to 16 to learn robotics, programming, and drone piloting; the camp continues today and includes outdoor engineering challenges (the first such program in Longview) to boost local STEM skills.

The Texas State Board of Education gave preliminary approval to a biblical reading list required in Texas public schools starting with the 2030-31 school year.

The pared-down list includes 13 readings (one for each grade except kindergarten) and was approved after a Tuesday vote in Austin following extensive public testimony.

More than 300 players gathered for The Zone Photo Shoot II at Whitehouse High School’s C.L.

Nix Wildcat Arena on Tuesday, June 24 — the event featured 35 teams and 348 players in a follow-up to last week’s debut shoot.

Multiple high school basketball teams will compete in the TABC Boys Basketball Showcase from Friday through Sunday at venues in Duncanville, Mansfield + Cedar Hill.

Longview's Lobos will play at Cedar Hill High School with other local teams scheduled for games during the tournament.

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.

East Texas Comic Con Year 3

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — Tickets available soon — Celebrate fandom with special guests, vendors, panels, and cosplay.

Longview Kennel Club Dog Show

July 24-26 — Longview Kennel Club — Spectators welcome — Experience top-notch canine competition with the finest purebred Labrador Retrievers in a prestigious show.

Longview Kennel Club AKC Dog Show

8 AM - 5 PM — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Entry information not specified — Attend the All Breed Show showcasing the best dog breeds in the region.