Good morning, Longview.

Longview police arrested driver Susana Granado (49) on Wednesday after a hit-and-run injured a student outside Clarence W.

Bailey Elementary at approximately 7:34 a.m., and the student, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, was released today.

Award-winning blues artist Wes Jeans+blues band Tommy Katona and Texas Flood will headline a benefit concert at Memorial City Hall in Marshall on Aug.

23 to support the Serenity Club recovery programs. He said the show+which supports local recovery efforts will mark his first performance at the renovated venue, offering fans a chance to enjoy homegrown blues.

New Alto ISD Superintendent Derrick Conley greeted students and parents with high fives and mailed personalized notes on his first day yesterday—he brought 30 years of experience from Pine Tree ISD in Longview.

He said the warm welcome showed the community’s pride and set a positive tone for the school year.

Opponents of the $7 billion Marvin Nichols Reservoir project in Northeast Texas scored a win when a meeting on August 13 in Pittsburg saw Region D agree with Region C to study piping water from Toledo Bend to Dallas—though the reservoir option will remain a future possibility.

After more than two weeks without a quorum in Austin, East Texas lawmakers said they are ready to resume work on flood relief, redistricting, and groundwater issues—calling for consequences against absent colleagues.

The next session is scheduled for Friday, and if quorum is not met, Governor Abbott will end this special session and call a new one.

Today, a local water board in Camp County met in Pittsburg and voted unanimously against the proposed Grand Saline Creek Reservoir that would have flooded thousands of acres for Canton—residents welcomed the decision while the board will send a letter of opposition to the TCEQ.

Former Lobo King, King, now with Georgia Tech, has spent his nights inside Bobby Dodd Stadium to study film and rest after long preseason work as he prepares for his NFL tryout and his 36th game on Aug.

29. His coaches praise his dedication—saying he is one of the toughest players they have seen—because his hard work helps him improve every day.

The Overton Mustangs, who earned back-to-back 10-win seasons under AD and head coach Scotty Laymance, will start their season on Aug.

29 at Alba-Golden while ranked No. 23 in state polls — they lost to Grapeland last season and expect tough games against Carlisle and other rivals — the team is ready to take on the challenge.

Longview FGHT Prayer Brunch

10 AM - 12 PM — Holiday Inn Longview - North by IHG — Free entry — A morning of prayer, fellowship, and delicious food awaits participants.

Gregg County Fair

6-11 p.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — $6 General Admission — Experience the vibrant community spirit at the annual Gregg County Fair with fun activities for all ages.

Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon

8 AM – 12 PM — Paul Boorman Trail Park — Registration required — Compete in a variety of races and earn your medal at this local running event.

Barrels & Brews with ShopOrama

10 AM – 5 PM — Maude Cobb Convention Center — No tickets needed to shop — Enjoy craft brews, live music, and unique shopping for a great cause.