Good morning, Longview.

Daniel, a kind foster child who loves sports, is featured by Heart Gallery East Texas as he waits for a forever family; the program raises adoption chances for overlooked youth from less than 1% to 60%.

Michael Hingson, who escaped the World Trade Center with guide dog Roselle on Sept.

11, recounted his survival story Friday at Kilgore College (a talk that emphasized a focused mindset and teamwork). He now inspires others by showing that blindness is no barrier to success.

Horaney’s Feed and Seed in downtown serves loyal Longview customers with gardening, pet supplies and reclaimed furniture after more than 80 years of family-run service (located at 301 W.

Methvin St.). Loyal buyers appreciate hands-on advice that competes with online and big-box stores.

Local high school football teams celebrated standout wins in several games – Marshall recorded a 42-7 victory over Garland and Gilmer edged Kilgore on Friday.

Other matchups featured strong rushing performances and close scores as teams prepare for upcoming district contests.

Athens Hornets edged Pine Tree Pirates 50-48 on Friday (a game highlighted by special teams plays and 521 total offensive yards) and now remain undefeated at 3-0 while Pine Tree prepares for district play.

The Spring Hill Panthers celebrated homecoming with a 57-14 win over Mabank on Friday as quarterback Brody Proctor led the charge (completing 7 of 9 passes for 100 yards) to improve their record to 2-1, and they will host Gladewater next.