Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of July.
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🎓 Education
The Overton/New London Food Pantry said it received grant funding to supply Pre-K to fifth-grade school supplies for three local districts ahead of the school year.
Supplies will go to Leverett’s Chapel, Overton, and West Rusk schools (additional funding is pending).
Dr. Tim Sceggel, LeTourneau’s Vice President for Athletics, was named chair of the CCCU Athletics Commission on Thursday, July 16.
He has driven initiatives that led to conference championships and high academic standards at LeTourneau.
🏥 Health
Blood donations are urgently needed as Carter BloodCare faces critical shortages.
Donors can visit the Tyler center or join a drive at Patterson Tyler Hyundai in Tyler today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.—helping save lives with a quick process.
🏈 Sports
Lyrik Rawls joins Arizona State after standout seasons at Oklahoma State and Kansas (with fellow East Texans on board) to boost the Sun Devils, who open their 2026 season on Sept.
5 in Tempe.
Former Spring Hill player Corbin Broyles hit a key double during TJC Night on Wednesday at Mike Carter Field, helping the Tyler Knockouts win 12-2 and move to 17-6.
The team will host Community Heroes Night on Monday at 7 p.m.
The Rangers are switching direct-to-consumer streaming services as they move broadcasts from Victory+ to BZZR at Friday’s game at Atlanta amid financial concerns.
Existing subscriptions will be transferred while cable and satellite broadcasts remain unchanged.
🎉 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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