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Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twenty years ago, East Texans came together to support New Orleans evacuees after Hurricane Katrina hit by offering shelter, supplies, and aid that helped families rebuild their lives in the area—stories from residents like Kelly Manning Byrd and Jeff Ebersole show how local kindness made a lasting difference. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ The Tyler Morning Telegraph and Longview News-Journal run a weekly photo page that shows readers' Best Shots from Sept. 12-18 — email your photos for a chance to be featured. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ On Saturday night, a group of East Texans gathered at Longview Mall for the third vigil honoring slain political activist Charlie Kirk, known for speaking his truth with compassion even if it offended people—participants said his legacy would inspire ongoing respectful debate. Longview News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kilgore College’s Board of Trustees meets today at noon in the R. E. “Sonny” Spradlin Jr. Executive Board Room at the McLaurin Administration Building—this meeting marks the start of the search for a new president as Dr. Brenda S. Kays prepares to retire effective Feb. 28, 2026. Kilgore News Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Expert Neil explains that fungal conks on mature live oaks may signal serious internal decay and advises homeowners to have a certified arborist inspect the tree before winter storms arrive—he also offers guidance on managing garden nematodes, using herbicides near water wells, and choosing the best trees for local landscapes. Longview News-Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials confirmed all swimming pools, including in-ground, above-ground, and hot tubs over 18 inches deep, must be fenced with a backup alarm required if no separate fence exists. Longview City Council will review plans for new fire apparatus on Thursday at 5:30 p.m.—fire chief Greg Grimes explained that the department needs to replace five front-line engines and one ladder truck to address high call volumes. Longview News-Journal
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Neal McCoy Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Belcher Center — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy a night of country tunes with Neal McCoy in Longview.
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