Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Longview.
New Beginning Faith Ministry held its annual Back-to-School Giveaway & Health Fair on Saturday at its building on Caddo Street, giving free school supplies, clothing, haircuts and health screenings to between 400 and 600 families.
The free Downtown Live concert series returns Sept.
4 to Heritage Plaza on the corner of Green and Methvin streets. The event will feature a weekly performer, food trucks & vendors, and attendees are asked to bring a chair.
Governor Abbott proposed limiting screen time in K-12 classes, saying that reduced device use improved participation and grades after last year's ban on cellphones; the Legislature will consider his plan next year.
Texas dove hunters have a statewide season opening on Sept.
1, excluding Central and North zones, reflecting a change from previous schedules. Experts report record counts and heavy rains may lead to a superb season in South Texas while the Panhandle sees lower numbers.
West Rusk Raider football finished last season 7-4 with a first-round playoff loss and is aiming to build on its summer run to the Division 3 championship game at the Texas 7 on 7 State Championships as it prepares for a season starting Aug.
28 at Tatum.
Texas Tech placed J’Koby Williams and Kenny Johnson on the annual Paul Hornung Award Watch List Monday — the two were selected from 39 athletes for their versatility on the field.
Williams, a Beckville High alumnus, and Johnson, a new Red Raider, are expected to boost their teams’ play.
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