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03/20/2024

VOTING IS UNDERWAY in the 2024 Best of East Texas Readers' Choice Awards! VOTE ONCE PER DAY for your favorites at news-journal.com/contests!

03/20/2024

Smith County Republican Club will host U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz at its annual Presidents Dinner at 6 p.m. Saturday at Hollytree Country Club in Tyler.

Senator Ted Cruz headlines Smith County Republican Clubs Presidents Dinner on March 23, 2024, 6 p.m. Tickets available at smithcountyrepublicans.org.

03/20/2024

A Longview couple has assumed operations of the Dickey's Barbecue Pit restaurant in Tyler.

Dickey's Barbeque Pit in Tyler originally closed down after former owner developed health issues. New owners stepped in and made improvements and hope more people will come in.

03/20/2024

The Union Pacific Railroad's first female president was honored during a ceremony in Marshall on Feb. 28.

President Beth Whited — the first female to serve as president in Union Pacific Railroads’s 161-year history — was honored in Marshall on Feb. 28, with day named in her

03/20/2024

Longview Regional Medical Center is holding its second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive through March 25 to benefit Longview Community Ministries.

03/20/2024

Superintendent James Wilcox has announced his intention to retire, and district trustees hired JG Consulting, which is based in Georgetown, to guide the search for his replacement.

Fewer than 20 people attended a town hall meeting Tuesday to discuss the search for a new superintendent for Longview ISD. Most of the people there were either school board

03/19/2024

Get ready for a rant and rave — it won’t be the first and probably won’t be the last from this column. Though there appears to be nothing to be done about it (if you have suggestions, please let me know.)

Get ready for a rant and rave — it won’t be the first and probably won’t be the last from this column. Though there appears to be nothing to be

03/19/2024

Assumed names filed in Gregg County from March 11-15:

03/19/2024

VOTING IS UNDERWAY for the UGLY PATIO photo contest at news-journal.com! There's a $500 GIFT CARD to Office Barn up for grabs for the photo that receives the most votes! The winning photo and top ten runners up will also be published in the print version of the Longview News-Journal. Summer living is great and and OFFICE BARN has a new line of patio furniture to spruce up your deck, patio or porch!

03/19/2024

CONGRATULATIONS to all of the 2024 ET VARSITY BEST PREPS nominees (check out full list at etvarsitybestpreps.com)! Just a reminder that there is a PHOTO SHOOT today from 4-7 p.m. at Mobberly Baptist Church Elevation Center for all student athletes nominated by their coaches to be part of this award and recognition program presented by Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, Orthopedic Clinic, Longview!

03/19/2024

Liven up your lunch at T Blanco's Mexican Cafe!

From sizzling fajitas to mouthwatering tacos and enchiladas, our menu promises to liven up your lunch.
Join us at T. Blanco's and take your lunch to the next level.

https://tblancos.com/menu/

03/19/2024

Get ready for a FREE edition of the Longview News-Journal and the Search for the Sun contest!

Read our special FREE Solar Eclipse e-Edition on April 8th and Search for the Sun to enter to win a great prize!

www.News-Journal.com/eEdition

03/19/2024

Arthur Carter, a candidate for the District 1 Longview City Council seat, will give voters an opportunity to meet him Friday.

03/19/2024

An East Texas man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to murdering a Longview teen.

03/19/2024

Former Longview Mayor William Y. "Bill" Rice II was remembered this week for his faith, kindness, sense of humor and service to Longview.

03/19/2024

An award-winning local TV news anchor will be the keynote speaker during a March 28 event in Longview for East Texas women.

03/19/2024

Judgments from March 4-8 in Gregg County civil court.

Cases disposed from March 4-8 in Gregg County civil court. Cases that end in an “A” were considered in the 188th District Court; “B” in the 124th District Court; and

03/19/2024

Divorces granted March 4-8 in Gregg County Civil Court:

Disposed from March 4-8 in Gregg County Civil Court:

03/19/2024

VOTING STARTS TODAY for the UGLY PATIO photo contest at news-journal.com! There's a $500 GIFT CARD to Office Barn up for grabs for the photo that receives the most votes! The winning photo and top ten runners up will also be published in the print version of the Longview News-Journal. Summer living is great and and OFFICE BARN has a new line of patio furniture to spruce up your deck, patio or porch!

03/18/2024

Stories about poor children rising from terrible circumstances to happiness and success are perennial favorites.

03/18/2024

Lawsuits filed March 4-8 in Gregg County civil court.

Cases filed from March 4-8 in Gregg County civil court. Cases that end in an “A” were filed in the 188th District Court; “B” in the 124th District Court; and

03/18/2024

CONGRATULATIONS to all of the 2024 ET VARSITY BEST PREPS nominees (check out full list at etvarsitybestpreps.com)! Just a reminder that there is a PHOTO SHOOT tomorrow (Tuesday, March 19) from 4-7 p.m. at Mobberly Baptist Church Elevation Center for all student athletes nominated by their coaches to be part of this award and recognition program presented by Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, Orthopedic Clinic, Longview!

03/18/2024

Here’s a look at commercial and large residential building permits issued by the City of Longview or applied for from March 1-8:

03/18/2024

Question: What is the annual earning for a middle class family?

QUESTION: What is the annual earning for a middle class family?

03/17/2024

There's a $500 GIFT CARD to Office Barn up for grabs for the UGLIEST PATIO! TODAY IS THE LAST DAY to SUBMIT YOUR UGLY PATIO PHOTO at news-journal.com/contests for a CHANCE TO WIN! Voting starts tomorrow! Summer living is great and and OFFICE BARN has a new line of patio furniture to spruce up your deck, patio or porch!

03/17/2024

Folks from all over visited an antique mall in Tyler for a semiannual vinyl expo.

The semiannual Tyler Vinyl Record Expo offered community music lovers options of vinyl collections by a dozen vendors.

03/17/2024

Jean Davidson says her husband John never met his sister. Ardyth Davidson was a seventh-grader when she and almost 300 other students and faculty members were tragically killed in an explosion that destroyed their school 87 years ago.

Jean Davidson says her husband John never met his sister. Ardyth Davidson was a seventh-grader when she and almost 300 other students and faculty members were tragically killed in an

03/17/2024

Marriage licenses filed from March 4-8 in the Gregg County Clerk’s Office:

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Longview Chamber of Commerce's Candidates Forum

Live stream of the Longview Chamber of Commerce's candidate forum with mayoral candidates Temple Carpenter and Kristen Ishihara; District 1 candidates Arthur Carter and Jim Cogar; and District 2 candidates Natasha Harrell and Shannon Moore.

2023 ETX View 40 Under Forty Winners Announcement

It's finally time! The winners of the 40 Under Forty awards have been chosen by you, the East Texas community, as the brightest stars in 40 different industries across the region. Winners are also prominently spotlighted in ETX View Magazine's 40 Under Forty keepsake magazine that publishes Friday, Dec. 22. Awards will be delivered to winners after the holidays, or can be picked up during TylerPaper and Longview News-Journal business hours.

Posados Cafe

The story of Posados Cafe is definitely one you don't want to miss. Hear how Richard Molpus' journey filled with setbacks and triumphs has led him to where he is today.

SIG/Ramey Insurance

Thank you, East Texas, for voting me, SIG/Ramey Insurance, the Best Insurance Agent 3 years in a row!

UNITE Leadership 2023 is Almost Here!

UNITE Leadership 2023 is almost here with very special guests... Tim Tebow and Earl McLellan! Tim Tebow will share his personal stories of how he faced challenges, overcame them, motivated others, and impacted his community. Earl McLellan, the Senior Pastor from Shoreline City Church in Dallas, Texas, will be joining us live and in person at the LeTourneau University Belcher Center on September 14, 2023 to share his testimony. This conference is one you don’t want to miss! Get your tickets here: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/5722649/unite-leadership-2023-longview-belcher-center?country=US&language=en

RCB Gardens in Longview!

From fresh produce, to succulents, florals, and everything you need to grow your dream garden, RCB Gardens has it all! Come and see what it means to feel empowered to grow your own garden, and to find a great team of people who can help you make it happen.

Necole's Learning Academy

Necole's Learning Academy-Garland & East Texas is located in Longview, Tyler, Jacksonville and Garland, Texas. Classes are offered in person and online. Self Paced, Healthcare Courses starting as low as $725. Affordable Payment Options available. A few of the courses offered are Medical billing and coding, Dental assistant, X-Ray, Veterinary Assistant and more. Finish in as little as 6-12 weeks. Nurse Aide(CNA) $725 Medication Aide $800 Pharmacy Technician $950 Phlebotomy Technician $950 EKG $950 IV Certification $250 Physical Therapy Aide $950 Clinical Medical Assistant $1,800 REGISTER NOW ON OUR WEBSITE: Www.necoleslearningacademy.org Call us: 📲: 903-284-0718 (Tyler Location) 📲:903-424-1146 (Longview Location) 📲903-284-6327 (Jacksonville Location) 📲469-399-0587 (Garland Location)

Please consider supporting the Morris Roberts Local Journalism Foundation (https://www.easttexasgivingday.org/mrljf), and other local nonprofits, today on East Texas Giving Day.

Gregg County’s 150th Celebration!

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East Texas Food Bank

The East Texas Food Bank fights hunger and feeds hope across 26 counties. Our food pantries, programs and distributions assist thousands each year. Learn more at EastTexasFoodBank.org today.

East Texas Food Bank

The East Texas Food Bank fights hunger and feeds hope across 26 counties. Our food pantries, programs and distributions assist thousands each year. Learn more at EastTexasFoodBank.org today.

Are you looking for the perfect gift? Santa has a great idea for you!

East Texas Food Bank

Hunger affects 1 in 6 East Texans, including 1 in 4 children. The holidays are so tough for our neighbors in need, but with your help we can change that. Support the East Texas Food Bank and your gift goes to work immediately to provide meals for children, families and seniors. Learn more and donate at EastTexasFoodBank.org.

Gallery of Lights Wins Best of East Texas!

The Gallery of Lights is more than just a lighting store. Come visit our showroom on Gilmer Rd. in Longview and find everything you need to create the spaces you envision for your home. Thank you to everyone that voted for us this year in Best of East Texas. It is an honor to serve our community.

UNITE Leadership Conference is BACK

🚨 UNITE Leadership Conference is BACK! With keynote speakers, Dr. Caroline Leaf and Dharius Morshun Daniels.🚨 Our focus of this year's conference will be on building relationships 🤝 and improving mental health 🧠. 🎫 Get tickets for ONLY $36 at https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8233975/unite-leadership-2022-longview-belcher-center?country=US&language=en&utm_source=MRobertsDigital&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=2022.

UNITE Leadership Conference with Dr. Leaf

🚨 UNITE Leadership Conference is BACK! With keynote speaker, Dr. Caroline Leaf.🚨 Our focus of this year's conference will be on building relationships 🤝 and improving mental health 🧠. 🎫 Get tickets for ONLY $36 at https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/8233975/unite-leadership-2022-longview-belcher-center?country=US&language=en&utm_source=MRobertsDigital&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=2022.

Parkview on Hollybrook Wins Best of East Texas!

Parkview on Hollybrook has been voted the winner in the Assisted Living, Independent Living and Retirement Community categories for Best of East Texas!