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Hi Longview, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Globe of Death stunt show, coyote sightings spike, and Seven Point Seafood and Bar + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Longview protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Hospitality group broadens footprint: Seven Point Seafood and Bar will open later this year at Brookwood Village after the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved permits, as the Longview-based company announced more investment plans — get all the details.

Local dining and healthcare updates: Tyler’s Twelve Kitchen + Cocktails plans Longview spot at former Flying Burger and Seafood, with an addition expected in August. Luckycharm Primary Care has opened temporarily on North High Street — get all the details.

Spike in urban wildlife activity: In recent weeks, increased coyote sightings around Longview have neighbors on alert. City officials are reminding residents to secure pets during mating season after multiple calls and one frightening report — learn how to protect pets.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• Experience the Globe of Death stunt show
• Play cornhole for East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance
• Experience Ballet Magnificat’s The Call
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Mediterranean craving, handled: Tiba Grill – Longview keeps weeknights lively with shareable mezze like hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, and stuffed grape leaves, plus gyros and hearty bowls that taste fresher than your fridge’s “I’ll cook later” plan… the kind of dinner that makes staying in feel upgraded.

Closet glow-up, sustainably: Elite Repeats & Boutique curates gently loved women’s and men’s pieces, from denim and workwear to jewelry, handbags, and footwear, so you can refresh your look without sticker shock. Coffee in hand, wander the racks, then leave feeling good about standout finds that keep quality clothes in circulation.

Movie night upgrade: Skip the couch and hit Film Alley Longview for recline-and-dine seats, an ST-Immersive screen, and scratch-kitchen bites delivered to your seat. After credits roll, keep the fun going with duckpin bowling or the arcade… a solid midweek reset without the fuss.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🪁 Longview Kite Festival @ Lear Park Athletic Complex | Wednesday (3/11) at 12:00 PM – Lear Park is swapping goalposts for sky art, so grab a lawn chair and let the wind do the hard work. It’s the City’s free kite fest with arts, crafts, and local eats, and yes, BYO kite, sunscreen, and smug weather optimism.

🥞 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser @ St. Andrew Presbyterian Longview | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 AM – If your skillet has had enough, let St. Andrew Presbyterian Church flip pancakes and pour coffee, all benefiting One Love Longview. Suggested donation is $5 for kids, $10 for ages 13 to 103, at 2500 McCann Rd, pay at door or snag tickets at givebutter.com/pancake-breakfast-fundraiser-crqdmm.

🚘 Glossed & Grounded Car Show @ Duarte’s Detailing & Ceramic Coating | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from chores and ogle chrome at the 2nd annual Glossed & Grounded car show. Expect vendors, food trucks, music, raffles, giveaways, and an indoor showroom, and your registration goes 100% to charity. Show up, stroll, maybe win something, feel virtuous.

🎤 Colt and the Old 45s @ Longview Museum of Fine Arts | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Craving the good stuff? Colt and the Old 45s hit LMFA’s old-bank digs with a 12-piece wall of horns and harmonies, ripping through the ’60s, ’70s, and beyond. It’s $30, BYOB and snacks, and yes, you’ll hum along before song two.

🛍 Local Vendor Event @ Drug Emporium | Sunday (3/15) at 8:00 AM – Feel like supporting local without trekking all over town? Drug Emporium and Vitamins Plus are packing the place with 100+ Longview vendors, food trucks, free samples, and deep discounts, so browse, chat up the makers, and leave with something you didn’t know you needed.

🧶 Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop @ Painting with a Twist | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Painting with a Twist is hosting a chunky blanket workshop where you actually finish something, take it home. Step-by-step help, four skeins included, extras $12, colors like Ivory, Teal, Burgundy. Consider it self-care that doubles as home decor, with sizes from lap throw to twin.

💃 Ballet Magnificat: The Call @ Faith Center at First United Methodist Church | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 PM – Skip the couch and head to First UMC’s Faith Center off Whaley for Ballet Magnificat’s new work, The Call, inspired by Elisabeth Elliot. It’s free, open seating, and uplifting, the kind of beauty that sneaks up on you. Bring a friend, and your quiet shoes.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Longview report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 74°F – Low: 62°F – Precip: 40%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 74. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southeast wind around 0 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 50%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

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