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Hey Longview, hope your week’s off to a good start! Jeep club’s storm response, free pet microchips, tulips and concerts at the arboretum, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Growing support for local youth: Martin House Children’s Advocacy Center has broken ground on a larger Longview facility, tripling space for therapy and forensic interviews. The project has 94 percent of its $6.2 million secured — get all the details.
Community heroes in motion: East Texas Jeep club was recognized for winter storm help as the Bucking Jeeps Storm Crew made over 200 trips, keeping Longview Regional running and earning gas gift cards — read the full story.
Seasonal festivities take center stage: After last year’s Bright! drew nearly 3,000 visitors, Longview Arboretum and Nature Center will showcase tulips, Lunch and Learn, April concerts and Easter fun, plus a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta — check out the full lineup.
Coalition wrestles shifting goalposts: East Texas broadband expansion is advancing, but Longview-area plans face hurdles as reduced federal dollars, changed criteria, and shorter application windows fuel competition among rural counties, ETCOG officials say — see what’s complicating broadband funding.
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.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
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.
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🫶 We got your back
Boost your pet’s safety: Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center is offering free pet microchips all February. Gregg County households can chip up to two pets, Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., at 303 H.G. Mosley Parkway. A quick way to help lost pets get home. Get all the details.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Multi-agency network answers calls: Longview’s HEPTA Coalition is collecting Bibles and blankets through the end of February to support trafficking survivors. The group is preparing for an operation in March. Donations are accepted at Pine Tree Church of Christ’s front office, and the office can arrange pickup if needed. See how to donate.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Gear upgrade, anyone?: Family-owned since 1965, Mundt Music in Longview stocks guitars, drums, keyboards, pianos, band instruments, PA systems, and sheet music. They also handle A/V installs, so you can fix, replace, or finally start that project you’ve been talking about. Solid, local, and ready when inspiration hits.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Slurp-worthy noodle fix: If the weather can’t decide and neither can you, Fun Noodle Bar serves steamy bowls, hand-pulled noodles, and shareable bites that warm you up without slowing you down. Ideal for a midweek reset… big flavor, zero fuss.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster | Wednesday (2/11) at 11:00 AM – Cousins Maine Lobster is parking at HTeaO, so skip the airport and let Maine come to Longview. Lobster rolls, bisque, chowder, and whoopie pies, paired with a cold HTeaO tea, no coastline required. Order on the app, skip the line, thank yourself later.
❤ Rock Your Red Luncheon @ Hilton Garden Inn-Longview | Wednesday (2/11) at 11:00 AM – This annual luncheon puts women’s heart health center stage, and your best red gets a rightful outing. Expect good company, practical takeaways, and the gentle reminder that self-care pairs nicely with dessert. Grab a seat while they last at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christus-good-shepherd-rock-your-red-luncheon-tickets-1967649128511?aff=oddtdtcreator.
❤ “Love Local” Valentine’s Event | Thursday (2/12) at 10:00 AM – Skip the last-minute big-box scramble, and swing by Gypsy Rose for the Love Local Valentine’s event. Score cards, candles, and goodies from hometown makers, support small businesses, and leave with a gift that says I thought of you, not I grabbed it by the register.
This weekend
🛍 Valentines Day Pop Up Shop @ Heritage Plaza | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Skip the gas-station roses and do Valentine’s right. This local pop-up packs gift baskets, flower arrangements, perfumes, soaps, and more, with pretty backdrops for photos you will actually frame. Shop local, snag something thoughtful, and call it romance.
🦉 Valentine’s Family Paint @ Painting with a Twist | Saturday (2/14) at 12:00 PM – Trade candy hearts for paint splatters at Painting with a Twist, where you and the kiddo create a keepsake you might hang. Supplies, instruction, aprons, and a 16×20 canvas are included, and you can bring snacks, and nonalcoholic drinks. Ages 5 and up, maximum memories.
🐻 Squishy Animals @ Painting with a Twist | Sunday (2/15) at 2:00 PM – Round up the kids, the grandkids, and your inner Picasso for a pick-your-critter squishy animal painting session with friendly local artists guiding step by step. Zero pressure, laughs, and minimal mess at your house. Leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, and an urge to book again.
🎭 The Thorn | Sunday (2/15) at 3:00 PM – This concert-theater hybrid brings cinematic storytelling, soaring music, and goosebump moments to the Belcher Center. Skip the grocery-store bouquet and take your sweetheart, your church crew, or your favorite neighbor instead. A proper night out, minus the drive to Dallas.
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📻 Longview report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 6%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 75°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 19%
A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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