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Longview
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Educators say the new state ban on cellphones has improved classroom focus and face-to-face conversation as fewer than 1% of students had their devices confiscated in the first week—teachers now report a decrease in distractions and social drama. Longview News-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ House lawmakers stalled Senate Bill 6, which would have banned THC products that contain more than 0.3% delta-9 THC—leaving hemp-derived products legal under current rules during the special session. Legislators may revisit the issue if they reconvene after the holiday as the session nears its end. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ Francisco Garcia Casique, a 24-year-old barber who once lived in Longview, was deported to El Salvador and later returned to his home country as part of a government exchange, and his mother said he has rejoined his family and is healing from his experiences—he never had a criminal record. His return follows months of immigration hearings and family marches that supported his reunion. Longview News-Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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