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

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Millions of daffodils, a daring 925-foot tower rescue, and a 49th annual car show + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

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📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Seasonal fun for families: Spring in East Texas kicks off with fun runs, concerts, and festivals. Mrs. Lee’s Daffodil Garden near Gladewater has opened with millions of daffodils. Some events charge fees benefiting nonprofits — get all the details.

Inside a perilous operation: Longview Fire Department released the names of two firefighters seen in rescue video after a balloon collision left two stranded 925 feet up a communications tower, a carefully choreographed effort — read the full story.

Cultural highlights across the region: Spring in Texas brings festivals. Freedom Rides at Gregg County Historical Museum continue through March 27. Tyler Museum of Art celebrates 55 years. Palestine hosts music and train rides — explore upcoming East Texas events.

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.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Sip, dine, and bid for kids
• Shop local at Longview Mall pop-up
• Hunt eggs for surprise savings

💎 This week’s top finds

A calm-green reset: Need a midweek breather? Longview Arboretum & Nature Center offers unhurried paths, shady nooks, and just enough color to nudge your brain into vacation mode. Stroll slowly, silence the mental pings, and feel your shoulders settle back where they belong.

Petals for every mood: Casa Flora Flower Shop blends timeless roses with lively seasonal stems, and crafts custom designs when you want a little extra. Perfect for birthdays, pick-me-ups, heartfelt thanks, or those oh-no-I-forgot-the-anniversary moments. Fresh, lovely, and easy to love.

Old-school comfort, no fuss: Lizzy’s Diner nails that cozy hometown vibe with classic breakfast plates and reliable diner staples that hit the spot. When the week needs simple, satisfying fuel and a friendly reset, this low-fuss stop delivers comfort without the noise.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 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.

🌅 Lovely Sunset @ Painting with a Twist | Friday (3/20) at 7:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for a sunset on canvas. Whether you’re coupled up or delightfully single, friendly artists guide you step by step through every brushstroke, no talent required. It’s low-pressure, high-charm, and the kind of creative unwind that makes this town feel like home.

🦞 DU Crawfish Boil @ Maude Cobb Convention Center | Saturday (3/21) at 5:30 AM – Grab a roll of napkins and hit the annual Gregg County DU Crawfish Boil for spicy mudbugs, cold drinks, and small-town bragging rights. Expect raffles and a live auction, bid on things you didn’t know you needed, and snag tickets early, white shirts optional.

🚗 49th Annual LeTourneau University Automotive Society Car Show @ LeTourneau University | Saturday (3/21) at 9:00 AM – Texas weather called an audible, so the 49th Annual LeTourneau Auto Society Car Show now rolls into March 21. Expect classics, hot rods, JDM, and the usual parking-lot diplomacy. Spectating is free, preregister your ride for a free t-shirt, and proceeds support missions.

🦋 2026 Blooms & Butterflies @ The Green | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Ready to trade your winter weeds for blooms and butterflies? This family friendly event has plant sales, arts and crafts, and vendors, plus enough small talk to last till fall. Shop pretty things, appease the kids, and fund Zonta Club of Longview scholarships and grants.

🛍 Sip and Shop Pop Up @ Longview Mall | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Parking-lot retail therapy at Longview Mall by JC Penney and Chuck E. Cheese, with actual charm. Sip something cold, browse a crowd of local vendors, and pretend you only came for batteries. Easy in, easy out, real people, real finds; vendors, snag a spot: https://square.link/u/vSLZsBG0?src=sheet

🀄 Mahjong & Mimosas @ The Event Center on Alpine | Saturday (3/21) at 10:00 AM – Mahjong & Mimosas is pouring bubbly and dealing tiles for a spring fundraiser where brunch, beginner-friendly lessons, and zero-pressure play meet. Learn with Mahj in the Pines, linger for the chance auction and good gossip, all benefiting Greater Longview United Way across Gregg County.

🎨 Paint with a Purpose @ Painting with a Twist | Sunday (3/22) at 3:00 PM – If you’ve been meaning to trade small talk for small brushes, here’s your sign. Paint a 100 Year Tree, take it home, and feel smug knowing 50% supports the Northeast Texas Association of Paralegals. All supplies, instruction, and a 16×20 canvas included, no gift certificates.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Longview report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 83°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 48%

A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Some of the storms could be severe. Partly cloudy, with a low around 34. Northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

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Tomorrow – High: 50°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 1%

Sunny, with a high near 50. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 30.

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