Good morning, Longview.

The Longview Lobo Band will honor veterans, active duty military and first responders at the annual Honor America event at Lobo Stadium on Saturday, November 8—gates open at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. The event features local band performances and a fireworks show while veterans and active duty receive free entry and tickets sold online cost $5.50.

Communities across East Texas are honoring veterans with parades, ceremonies, raffles, and car shows starting today and continuing through mid-November—local nonprofits, businesses, and schools are hosting various events including breakfasts and remembrance luncheons to recognize those who served. These events are set in cities such as Longview, Athens, Bullard, and Tyler, providing diverse opportunities for veterans and the public to celebrate their contributions.

The East Texas Brewer’s Guild will host Home Bierfest 2025 from noon to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Oil Horse Brewing Co. (101 W.

Tyler St.) in downtown Longview where local home brewers will offer various beers and compete for awards.

LeTourneau University is building a new 120,000-square-foot athletic dome—one of the first air-supported indoor facilities in Texas—that will host regional and national track meets on a 200-meter hydraulic track with seating for up to 2,000.

Officials said the dome will also include classrooms, offices, and extra sports amenities, and construction is set to finish in June 2026.

UT Tyler softball alumna Sam Schott was named NCAA Woman of the Year by the NCAA on Wednesday, making her the first from her school to earn the honor and recognized for her excellence in sports+academics and community service.

Kilgore College beat Grayson College 89 to 68 on Tuesday at Masters Gymnasium—Kaiden Myers scored 19 points as three teammates posted double-digit scores to improve the team's record to 3 to 0—and the Rangers will play a 2 p.m. road game at Southern University-Shreveport on Saturday.

Today, high school football teams across East Texas are set to play at various fields, including Hallsville vs Mount Pleasant at 7:30 p.m. at Sam Parker Field and matchups in White Oak, Brownsboro, Henderson, and other communities, with previews highlighting key players and recent results that may impact district titles and playoff spots — a packed night for local football.

Tyler All Saints running back Emerson Hadnot was named as one of six Built Ford Tough Texas High School Football Players of the Week for Week 10 on November 6—he carried 15 times for 225 yards and scored five touchdowns in a 69-0 win over Dallas Shelton while keeping his team unbeaten at 3-0 in district play.

Today, Overton faces Cushing at 7 p.m. at J.F.

Whitaker Stadium with a win poised to secure the fourth seed playoff spot — today, West Rusk meets Arp at 7:30 p.m. at Bill Herrington Tiger Stadium in a 34th meeting that could shift both teams' season outlook.

Three regular season football games will take place today as Longview meets Royse City at Lobo Stadium at 7:30 p.m., Pine Tree faces Palestine at Pirate Stadium on West Loop, and Spring Hill plays Pittsburg at Pirate Stadium in Pittsburg at 7 p.m. Fans expect closely matched contests with similar records and tight finishes+ key players ready to make an impact.

Longview Mall Christmas Tree Lighting

2-6 p.m. — Longview Mall — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive tree lighting, local vendors, and family fun.

Peppermint Land Holiday Expo

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Longview Exhibit Center — Free entry with RSVP — Celebrate the festive season with shopping, food, and enchanting holiday characters.