Longview, TX news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Longview, TX on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Child killed in W. Loop 281 crash; Driver arrested in hit-and-run. Also: Longview ISD's Lobo Band earned its 77th consecutive First Division rating at competition; Longview's Airgas plant earned national recognition for workplace excellence and safety. Weather: Mostly clear and pleasant today with highs near 84°F and light winds.

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A child died from injuries sustained in a crash on W. Loop 281 in Longview on Saturday.KLTV.com · Oct 20, 5:38 PM

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Driver arrested for hit-and-run after striking a pedestrian on a Longview sidewalk.KATU · Oct 20, 6:17 PM

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Longview's Airgas plant earned national recognition for workplace excellence and safety.Longview News-Journal · Oct 20, 5:44 AM

Culture & arts

Longview ISD's Lobo Band earned its 77th consecutive First Division rating at competition.Longview ISD · Oct 21, 12:20 AM

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