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🌱 How a major Longview shelter expansion could soon double its beds

Longview, Texas Patch AM: a 5 min read

Coffee in hand, Longview? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a major Longview shelter expansion could soon double its beds
  • How Longview plans to light up East Texas for July 4
  • Should Longview’s new athletic facility be named for Trent Williams?

Also on today's calendar: 2026 Great Texas Balloon Race - Saturday and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 76.
  • Sunday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Land clearing begins for Hiway 80 Rescue Mission's new women's shelter in Longview (kltv.com) — Land is being cleared in Longview for Hiway 80 Rescue Mission’s expanded women’s shelter, which will roughly double capacity and add more private, family-friendly units. About $6 million is already raised for the first phase, with work expected to take six to eighteen months and additional fundraising underway for a dining hall and a Tyler expansion.
   

2. Longview Hosting East Texas' Biggest Fireworks Show On July 4 (knue.com) — Longview is planning what it calls East Texas’ biggest fireworks show for America’s 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4 at the Longview Convention Complex. Starting at 6 p.m., families can enjoy live music, contests, kids’ activities, vendors, and indoor cooling space before a free, choreographed fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m.
   

3. Longview ISD considering naming new athletic facility after Trent Williams (ketk.com) — Longview ISD is asking residents whether its new multi-purpose athletic facility should be named for NFL star and Longview High graduate Trent Williams. Community feedback is open through June 22, ahead of a board decision in late July, while Williams continues supporting Longview youth programs and families in need.
   

4. Longview council approves plan to address city worker pay gap (kltv.com) — Longview City Council has approved a $2.1 million plan aimed at closing a significant pay gap for most city workers without raising taxes next fiscal year. A recent study showed about 80% of staff earn below market averages, especially civilian employees, and leaders say the move is key to reducing turnover and retaining talent.
   

5. Texas Homeowner Grabbed His Camera After Spotting A Floating Branch. And What He Recorded Defies Easy Explanation (operationsports.com) — A Longview homeowner’s video of a seemingly floating tree branch over his house has turned into a viral mystery, spawning theories from fairy traps to UFO glitches. Experts and skeptics point to simple smartphone editing tricks, but the clip still has millions debating what’s real and what’s digital illusion.
   

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💬 Chatter

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    Hello, I need assistance in locating my lost dog on Amos Road. I am offering a reward for her safe return. Last July, my dad was hospitalized, and… (Nextdoor Country Club/Lansing Switch)
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    I would be happy to come and thin them out. I’m looking for established plants to transplant into my property near a creek bed. Photo added to make… (Nextdoor Judson)
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  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for Equipment Operator - Sanitation in Longview. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Longview here.

Ok Longview! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Longview

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