Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Longview. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gregg County Courthouse cafe staff, led by Albert True, is collecting donations this holiday season to provide bicycles for children and supplies for animal shelters. Longview News-Journal
- ➤ The Spay It Forward program, aimed at assisting low-income families in Gregg County with pet spaying and neutering, received a total donation of $65,000 from Longview PAWS and Gregg County. City of Longview
- ➤ Goodwill Industries in Kilgore, Texas, is seeking a Retail Lead with duties including customer service, safety inspections, and assistance in meeting sales goals, requiring a high school diploma or GED and offers $11.50 to $13.80 per hour. KETK
- ➤ Longview to host Wreaths Across America ceremonies, laying wreaths on veterans' graves to honor their service, with participation from local funeral homes and the community. Longview News-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three individuals were sentenced for a 2021 ATM robbery at City National Bank in Yantis, Texas, with the restitution set at $32,958.80. KETK
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The year's final ArtWalk in downtown Longview offered a free self-guided tour showcasing a diverse range of artists and performers, including a special exhibit of psychedelic blotter art. Longview News-Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Weekly youth programs at the library will pause December 16 to January 5 for a holiday break. City of Longview
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The East Texas Council of Governments received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association for fiscal year 2023, marking their 23rd consecutive year of excellence. Kilgore News Herald
- ➤ The Longview City Council voted 3-2 against buying a downtown parking lot for Heritage Plaza expansion, citing budget concerns. Longview News-Journal
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Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings Concert
Experience a live, multi-sensory musical event featuring Christmas carols performed by the Listeso String Quartet, set in the enchanting ambiance of candlelight.
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Matthew Marcus McDaniel Live Performance
Matthew Marcus McDaniel will perform live at Tia Juanita's Fish Camp in Longview.
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An Evening with The Hopeful Few
Enjoy a night of American Classics and original music performed by a local husband-wife duet at Tia Juanita's Fish Camp.
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Christmas Party & New Board Member Introductions - December Quilt Guild Meeting
The December meeting of the Country Patches Quilt Guild includes a Christmas party and introductions of new board members, held at Winterfield United Methodist Church.
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Matthew Marcus McDaniel Live at Tia Juanita's Fish Camp
Matthew Marcus McDaniel will perform live at Tia Juanita's Fish Camp in Longview.
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Longview Trail Runs - Winter Event
The Longview Trail Runs features a series of trail races including 5K, 10K, 15K, and 20K, taking place in Longview, Texas during the winter season.
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Danny Funderburk Ministries Concert at Woodland Hills Baptist Church
Danny Funderburk, a renowned Gospel music artist, will perform at Woodland Hills Baptist Church, showcasing his distinctive voice and talent shaped by nearly five decades in the industry.
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