Longview, TX news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Longview, TX on Saturday, October 17, 2026: State eyes property tax elimination; city leaders worry. Also: Longview Christian girls varsity volleyball plays Monday 10/19 against an away team; watch live on NFHS Network; East Texas veterans travel to Washington D.C. on Brookshire's 22nd annual Heroes Flight to honor their service. Weather: Saturday brings partly cloudy skies, highs near 67°F with light winds.

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Headlines

Longview Christian girls varsity volleyball plays Monday 10/19 against an away team; watch live on NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 17, 3:58 PM

News & local government

Longview leaders expressed concern about a state proposal to eliminate property taxes, raising questions about city funding.Longview News-Journal · Oct 17, 5:45 AM

Safety & emergencies

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle on West Marshall in Longview earlier this week.KLTV.com · Oct 16, 5:19 PM

Sports

Longview High School football player Tre Hamilton earned player of the week honors as team shows resurgence this season.cbs19.tv · Oct 16, 6:51 AM

Culture & arts

Longview native May Cobb's novel is being adapted into an Apple TV series, bringing her work to streaming audiences.cbs19.tv · Oct 16, 12:08 PM

Community & volunteering

East Texas veterans travel to Washington D.C. on Brookshire's 22nd annual Heroes Flight to honor their service.KLTV.com · Oct 16, 4:08 PM

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