Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Animal control supervisor Saylor Knox, named 2025 Leader of the Year, is changing pet care through a focus on owner education and proactive follow-up.
On Nov. 4 he secured a stray puppy on Avalon Avenue and will follow up with owners to ensure pets are vaccinated, micro-chipped, and spayed/neutered.
The Salvation Army is urging East Texans to give with joy by donating online and through noncash options to support food, shelter and emergency aid during the holiday season.
Captain Robert Coriston said donations help provide ongoing relief for families in need — from emergency assistance to long-term support.
🎭 Culture
A Kilgore church is hosting a free gospel music celebration on New Year’s Eve at Faith Tabernacle Church (1309 E.
Texas 31) with doors opening at 8 p.m., live music starting at 8:30 p.m., and the event ending at midnight. The gathering offers a lively option for community fun.
Longview firefighter Jacob Ledkins published his book 'Road to Emmaus' on Easter Sunday to show that Christ appears in both the Old Testament & New Testament by using biblical scripture and ancient language meanings to help readers see a unified story of faith.
🎓 Education
Texas schools have shown improvement in degree completion while low-income students still face challenges, with data from the state tracking gaps (for example, only 15% of students in the Houston district earn credentials compared to 25% statewide).
New bonus funding laws may offer needed support for these students.
🏈 Sports
Three Kilgore High seniors join 36 teammates as part of the 39-player ETCA team for the 2026 Bayou Bowl.
Kickoff is at 1 p.m. on Jan. 3 at Barbers Hill Stadium in Mont Belvieu, where the game gives graduating players one last chance to compete.
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