Good morning, Longview.

The Kilgore Improvement & Beauty Association announced July winners by naming Harry Crouse’s home as Yard of the Month, Layne’s Chicken Fingers as Commercial Beauty Spot, and Rachel Brian’s house for its striking caladiums, while Bloomtown Flowers earned a People’s Choice plaque for its patriotic window display.

Pine Tree ISD board cut property taxes for the 2026-27 school year, setting the rate at $1.0727 per $100 valuation—nearly 10 cents lower than last year.

The district will address an $800,000 deficit through careful spending and cost-cutting while keeping a 20% homestead exemption to aid families.

Longview High School has renovated its cafeteria, adding indoor, air-conditioned dining space & cafe-style seating.

Students will use the updated facility when classes resume Monday after a ribbon cutting held Friday.

Young athletes suffering knee injuries are advised to stop playing if they experience severe pain, swelling, instability or difficulty bearing weight.

UT Health East Texas Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Institute offers a walk-in clinic (Monday through Friday from 7:15-8 a.m.) for evaluations to help ensure a safe return to play.

Pine Tree hosted an initial scrimmage against Center at Pirate Stadium on Friday, Aug.

14. Pine Tree's #23 led the team during the season opener (a key match) that set the tone for upcoming games.

At Friday's volleyball tournaments, the Longview Lady Lobos won pool play matches at the Duncanville Tournament — posting strong stats against El Dorado, Life Waxahachie, and Beaumont United.

Other local teams competed in games at Central Heights and Garland tournaments as they showcased competitive play for the season.

UIL announced its state football championship schedule — featuring Division I and II matchups — at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, with games set from Wednesday, Dec.

16 through Saturday, Dec. 19.

Two top Class 4A teams scrimmaged Friday night at Eagle Stadium in a 7-7 tie as coaches noted strong plays and areas to fix.

Lindale held a Meet the Eagles event (showcasing its new videoboard) and will scrimmage at Athens on Thursday while Gilmer hosts Henderson.