Good morning, Longview.

Local nonprofits & businesses will host back-to-school events from Aug.

1 to Aug. 15 in Longview and Marshall, offering free school supplies, food and fun activities. Community members can enjoy scavenger hunts, teacher events and health fairs at venues like The Platform, Port Caddo Baptist Church and local malls.

Longview police began wearing cowboy hats on duty after their uniform policy changed in June + Chief Anthony Boone said the new style gives better shade and rain protection and has sparked positive community feedback.

The 56th M&P Texas State Open will begin Tuesday at The Cascades Golf & Country Club in Tyler—bringing together past PGA Tour winners Sean O’Hair, Kevin Stadler and local competitor Sung Kang in a contest for a $200,000 purse.

Trevin Sonnier was named the new head baseball coach at Tyler Junior College by Athletic Director Doug Wren on Friday; he brings nearly a decade of collegiate coaching experience (from Howard College and Abilene Christian University) as he replaces Brett Doe.

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.