Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
Good morning, Longview.
🎓 Education
Gov. Greg Abbott announced 52 Job and Education Grants worth more than $14 million to help East Texas schools and colleges buy equipment for career training programs that will prepare over 6,500 students for high-demand careers.
The Texas Workforce Commission is now accepting applications for the 2026 JET program+ funding is provided every two years by the Legislature to support training in fields such as welding, automotive service and nursing.
📰 Finance
The Better Business Bureau has released holiday budget tips to help locals plan for rising prices by reviewing income and tracking expenses.
The advice recommends setting spending limits and shopping early—like using Black Friday deals—to avoid extra debt.
🏛️ Government
The Longview Housing Authority received 1,685 housing voucher waitlist applications during a special four-hour evening online window on Thursday, Nov 6—working families applied with help from the Public Library.
This strong turnout highlights the urgent need for affordable housing and will guide the city's ongoing Housing Action Plan.
📰 Lifestyle
Lake Bois d’Arc in Fannin County has been open to the public since April and offers anglers enhanced fish habitats with features like brush piles and stocked brood ponds that have produced 9-pound bass.
Local visitors can enjoy three public boat ramps, picnic areas, and lodging options—a draw for bass, crappie, and catfish fishing that is quickly making the lake a favorite spot.
🏈 Sports
On Friday, the Longview Lobos beat the Royse City Bulldogs 52—24 at Lobo Stadium with strong play from Johnny Hamilton and key teammates.
Head coach John King said the Lobos played differently this season and will face Rowlett in the playoffs next Friday—aiming to extend their success.
LeTourneau men's soccer team advanced to the SCAC Tournament semifinals after Bridge Mwambukiri scored a golden goal in the 100th minute for a 1-0 win over Concordia Texas on Thursday at the Round Rock Multipurpose Complex.
They faced Texas Lutheran in the semis on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Kilgore College is set to host Northeastern Oklahoma today at 1 p.m. at R.E.
St. John Memorial Stadium in its 46th meeting with the rivals—Kilgore leads the series 24-21 and a win could boost its playoff hopes while NEO prepares to leave its conference after this season.
Desmond Williams and Ja’Karius Timmons led the Pine Tree Pirates to a 43 to 21 win over Palestine on Friday as they finished the regular season with a 6 to 4 record and secured a playoff spot.
Williams scored touchdowns on offense, defense and special teams — Timmons rushed for three scores — helping the Pirates finish strong while Palestine ended at 1 to 9.
The Tatum Lady Eagles ended their playoff season with a 25 to 17, 25 to 23, and 25 to 22 loss to the Ponder Lady Lions in the 3A-DI Region II semis on Thursday.
The team made a 9 to 3 run in the final set—though strong plays by Ponder sealed the win—and their coach praised the players for fighting hard all season.
🎉 Longview Events
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Longview Mall Christmas Tree Lighting
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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.
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