Good morning, Longview.

Kumori Sushi Bar & Grill is now open at 1442 McCann Road in Brookwood Village and the Lobo Store moved to The Platform at 1017 McCann Road; a gas station at H.G.

Mosley Parkway will remodel in August while broadband provider Sparklight has invested nearly $29 million to boost connectivity.

Texas Bank & Trust hosted its 44th annual photography contest on Sunday at its main branch on E.

Whaley St. where over 400 photos were submitted and 48 received awards; the display will run until July 9 with People’s Choice ballots available.

Kilgore College and American Dining Creations announced a new campus dining partnership beginning July 1 that will refresh dining options, update retail experiences and introduce digital menu tools for students, faculty and guests (more details on locations and hours will follow).

Longview recycling will return this week after a pause for updates at Northeast Texas Regional Materials Recovery Facility.

Only plastics labeled (Nos. 1, 2, 5) will be accepted in curbside bins, while paper and cardboard remain recyclable, mayor Kristen Ishihara said.

The Piney Woods TimberHogs beat Meridian Blues 21-7 on Sunday (in Mid America League action) as Trey Clark drove in four runs with two hits and the team scored seven times in the first inning; they face Fort Smith today.

Former Brownsboro High School standout Khyra Garrett signed with the University of Memphis on Monday, June 29 to play basketball as the program begins its first season under head coach Hana Haden.

Garrett starred in her state championship run and spent two seasons at National Park College.

Wiley University announced an immediate national search for a new head women’s basketball coach after DeWitt Mandley left for a role at William Penn University.

It seeks a leader who will guide the historic program to new tournament and academic successes.

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.