Good morning, Longview.

Graciously Broken Ministries unveiled its new Shelter Care Stabilization Center on July 13 in a former church on FM 968 to help women overcome addictions and other challenges — including those who are pregnant or have children.

The center offers a 35-40 day stay with six rooms and an outdoor playground where women receive support until they move on.

Steve Barnhart—owner of the long-standing Putt-Putt Golf and Games—is selling the family-run business for $500,000 with a requirement that the buyer keeps it open and restores its charm.

Blue Sky Realty Group said they have received many calls and messages, showing that the community values this iconic local attraction.

Brookshire Grocery Co. began hiring over 250 people on July 14 for its new Fresh by Brookshire's store in Longview—applicants must visit the Workforce Solutions East Texas building at 1905 W.

Loop 281, Suite 40—and the more than 66,000-square-foot store is under construction and will open later this year. A longtime mall family opened Toy Rush at Longview Mall, a toy store with interactive play areas and toys for children up to 15, managed by Jaisha Bashir.

A water hearing is set for today at 1 p.m. in Austin to review a proposal for transferring groundwater rights that could affect several East Texas communities - locals may submit comments electronically as officials and representatives raise concerns about potentially draining regional water resources. Several East Texas lawmakers have already voiced strong opposition to the permit application that seeks to allow high-capacity groundwater usage.

Bags & Bling Bingo Night

5:30 p.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Individual tickets $50, tables for eight $400 — Win luxury handbags, boots, and jewelry while supporting Habitat for Humanity.

Dog Dock Diving Trials

8 AM — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Free entry — Watch canine athletes jump and dive for the prize in exciting dock diving competitions.

LONGVIEW Trail Runs - Summer

7-10 a.m. — Maude Cobb Convention Center — Buy Tickets — Participate in exciting trail races including 5K, 10K, 15K, and 20K.

Garden Yoga and Sound Bath Experience

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Longview Arboretum and Nature Center — $15 for Members, $20 for Non-Members — Experience a soul-nourishing blend of Vinyasa yoga and immersive sound therapy beneath majestic pines.