Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of July.
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📰 Economy
SWEPCO is moving key equipment to the future Hallsville Natural Gas Plant by transporting one generator today from Tenaha, with another generator scheduled for Monday and a turbine for Wednesday.
Drivers on U.S. 84 + FM 699 + U.S. 59 + FM 2625 + FM 3251 should expect brief traffic delays along the routes.
🎓 Education
Local children took part in Buckner International’s free summer camp program at Spring Hill Baptist Church where they learned sports, Bible study and character lessons.
A few spots remain for the final week from July 13-16 (after-school sessions will begin fall and spring).
📰 Real Estate
Longview's historic Finch House, built in 1898, faces a relocation as its 18-foot height above Cotton Street complicates future use.
New owner Ken Oden is exploring options to move the structure - a challenge due to low railroad overpasses and overhead lines.
🏈 Sports
Kilgore College has added cheerleading as an official NJCAA sport — a new KC Cheer program led by head coach Shawn Mosley.
The press conference to debut the team is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 14 on the second floor of the McLaurin Administration Building.
Former Mineola High School star Dawson Pendergrass will return as Baylor’s starting running back after missing the 2025 season due to foot surgery.
Coach Dave Aranda said he brings leadership and energy to help ignite the offense.
🎉 Longview Events
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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.
Ninja 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:00 a.m. — Paul Boorman Trail Park — Registration required — Sprint through scenic trails in a race designed for all fitness levels.
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