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Longview officials are taking a stand against celebratory gunfire, launching a campaign to educate residents about its dangers and legal consequences.

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Longview officials launch campaign to combat celebratory gunfire ahead of New Year's Eve
Longview launches campaign to combat celebratory gunfire, emphasizing its dangers and legal consequences.
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January 25, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Longview is set to transform its community with a $1.9 million grant aimed at helping older adults modify their homes for safer living.

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Longview highlights CDBG and HOME investments, cites $1.9 million older-adult home-modification grant
City Director of Community Services Dietrich Johnston outlined uses of Longview's federal CDBG and HOME funds, including grants to Habitat for Humanity, façade and home-rehab programs and a three-year $1.9 million older-adult home-modification grant awarded in April 2025.
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April 29, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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Longview is taking a significant step toward enhancing community safety by applying for a $750,000-per-year grant to fund its GLOW mobile crisis response teams!

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Council allows application for SAMHSA mobile crisis partnership to continue GLOW response
Council authorized staff to apply for a four-year SAMHSA grant to support the GLOW mobile crisis and mobile integrated response teams; if awarded the city will return with an ordinance to accept funding and appropriate it.
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July 12, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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Matrix Design Group's housing study reveals Longview faces a significant housing shortfall and stresses the need for regulatory changes to boost affordable living options.

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Matrix Design Group presents Longview housing study; recommends zoning changes, land banking and incentives
Matrix Design Group presented a draft strategic housing plan based on survey and market data: nearly 600 survey responses, an estimated housing shortfall of roughly 560–1,056 units, and recommendations including zoning updates (ADUs, duplexes), development incentives and expansion of the city’s land‑banking work.
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June 1, 2026 at 10:51 PM
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Longview's proposed FY26'27 budget keeps property taxes steady while investing $3.6 million in employee pay and introducing a small sanitation fee increase—what's the full scoop on this financial strategy?

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Longview proposes FY26'27 budget with no property tax increase, employee pay investments and a small sanitation fee rise
City manager presented a $102.6 million general-fund proposal that keeps the property tax rate unchanged, invests about $3.6 million in employee pay (minimum 2% for most employees) and includes a 46'¢ sanitation rate increase to help cover market pay adjustments; council set calendar for further hearings in August and September.
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August 2, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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Longview's ambitious 2018 bond program is on track and on budget, overcoming pandemic challenges with innovative funding solutions and impressive project completions!

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City engineer says 2018 bond projects remain on budget despite pandemic delays
City Engineer Zach Shaner told the Longview City Council that most 2018 bond projects are finished or under construction and that interest earnings and grants have offset pandemic-related cost increases.
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July 12, 2026 at 11:17 PM
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Longview City Council just approved a major step towards enhancing student safety by supporting Longview ISD's formation of its own police department!

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Longview council backs MOU to support Longview ISD forming its own police department
The council authorized the city manager to execute a memorandum of understanding with Longview ISD so the district can form a school police department; councilors asked about campus coverage and arrest authority, which chief Anthony Boone confirmed would be licensed peace officers.
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March 8, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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Longview City Council just approved a groundbreaking Safe Haven newborn safety box at Fire Station 2, ensuring mothers in crisis have a secure and anonymous option for their infants.

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Longview council approves Safe Haven baby box at Fire Station 2; Hannah House to cover costs
The City of Longview approved agreements to install a Safe Haven newborn safety device at Fire Station 2 on Eastman Road. Hannah House Ministries will pay purchase, installation and maintenance costs; the device allows anonymous infant drop-off under Texas safe-haven law.
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March 8, 2026 at 12:44 AM
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Longview City Council just greenlit a game-changing $1 million investment that will not only retain 58 jobs but also create 50 new positions for the community!

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Council approves Chapter 380 incentive for Flanders project expected to create 50 jobs
Longview approved a Chapter 380 economic development incentive for Flanders CR Intermediate Inc., citing a capital investment over $1 million, retention of 58 jobs and creation of 50 new positions that pay above the county average.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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Longview is set to invest $2.7 million in vital city projects, from a new fueling station to urgent pool repairs—could this reshape our community's future?

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Longview staff outline $2.7M in proposed one-time projects including fuel station, city-hall remodel and pool repairs
City staff presented a set of one-time capital projects estimated at roughly $2.7 million including a municipal fueling station, City Hall/IT reconfiguration, Paula Martin Jones pool repairs (underdrains), development-services asbestos remediation, a community attitude survey and animal-shelter equipment replacement.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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Longview City Council is taking a significant step towards tackling homelessness by authorizing an application for a $6 million grant to enhance housing services, but questions remain on implementation and staffing.

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Longview council authorizes application for Texas PATH homelessness grant after extended Q&A
Council voted to authorize staff to apply for (but not accept) a five-year PATH grant (up to $6M) to fund housing navigation, one-time rental assistance and HMIS licensing; members sought more detail on staffing, match, monitoring and jail coordination before any acceptance.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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Longview's Housing Task Force is pushing for bold changes to tackle affordability, including an innovative ombudsman program and major zoning reforms to create 3,200 new homes in just five years!

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Longview housing task force urges ombudsman, zoning changes and expanded incentives to boost affordability
The mayor-appointed housing task force recommended an ombudsman program, coordinated behavioral-health partnerships, expanded SLIP incentives and zoning changes to allow duplexes and ADUs, aimed at producing roughly 3,200 attainable homes over five years.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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The Longview City Council just approved a major step forward by issuing $7.945 million in tax notes with an impressively low interest rate of 2.6829%!

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Longview council approves issuance and sale of 2025 tax notes after competitive bidding
Council authorized the issuance and sale of City of Longview tax notes (series 2025) after Hilltop Securities reported a successful competitive sale; winning bid from BOK Financial Securities produced a true interest cost of about 2.683% and a par amount of roughly $7.945 million.
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November 16, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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Longview City Council just approved a game-changing incentive package for Ninth Avenue Foods, promising to bring a staggering 80 million products to the community in just two years!

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Longview approves incentive package for Ninth Avenue Foods as company pledges major production investment
Council approved an economic development incentive under Texas Local Government Code chapter 380 to support Ninth Avenue Foods’ decision to locate a production facility in Longview; LEADCO and county partners are part of a broader package the city said will yield a rapid payback to the community.
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November 16, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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Longview City Council is taking bold steps to enhance community health by adding mental-health professionals and expanding its crisis response unit!

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Longview council approves grant-funded mental-health hires and COPS grant to expand multidisciplinary response
The council approved a grant-funded memorandum of understanding to place two qualified mental-health professionals with the city's multidisciplinary response team and accepted a $250,000 COPS grant to expand the city's POST unit from two to four officers, aiming to improve crisis response and reduce emergency-room and jail diversions.
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October 31, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Ninth Avenue Foods is set to bring a $212 million dairy processing facility to Longview, creating 150 new jobs and boosting the local economy!

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Ninth Avenue Foods to build $212 million dairy processing facility in Longview; 150 jobs expected
The Longview Economic Development Corporation and City announced that Ninth Avenue Foods will locate a new ESL manufacturing facility in Longview, a $212 million capital investment projected to create about 150 full-time jobs over five years with average annual wages above $60,000.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Longview's City Council has officially proclaimed July 10 as 1919 Longview Remembrance Day, a powerful step toward healing and honoring the victims of a tragic chapter in the city's history.

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Longview Mayor Proclaims July 10 as 1919 Longview Remembrance Day
The city honors the 1919 race riot victims and promotes community remembrance.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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In a powerful moment of accountability, Larry James Smith publicly apologized to Sharon Moore during a heartfelt City Council meeting in Longview, emphasizing the importance of unity and community spirit.

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Larry Smith publicly apologizes to Sharon Moore during heartfelt address
Larry Smith expresses remorse and seeks guidance in heartfelt apology to Sharon Moore.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Longview City Council is set to approve a groundbreaking 6% salary increase for employees, raising questions about fairness amid property tax adjustments.

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Longview City Council approves 6% raise for employees amid property tax adjustments
Council discusses sustainability of salary increases alongside property tax changes for employees.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Longview celebrates unity and achievement as the Mayor declares July 24 Spring Hill Baseball Day, honoring the Panthers' historic state championship win!

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Longview Mayor Declares July 24 Spring Hill Baseball Day After State Championship Win
Mayor honors Spring Hill Panthers for winning their first state championship title.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Longview's City Council is taking bold strides to enhance infrastructure, boost economic growth, and ensure public safety for a thriving community!

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Gary Ford Leads Opening Prayer and Pledge at Meeting
Gary Ford initiates meeting with prayer and pledge.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Longview City Council just approved a new drive-through McDonald's and laid out exciting plans for the 2025 budget, promising a vibrant future for the community!

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Longview City Council Approves Drive-Through McDonald's and Discusses 2025 Budget
Council votes to approve McDonald's location while reviewing upcoming budget proposals.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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The Longview City Council is making critical decisions that could reshape the community, from honoring state leaders to addressing urgent flooding crises that threaten residents' homes.

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Longview City Council Considers Home Buyouts Amid Flooding Crisis
Residents plead for buyouts as flooding damages homes in Longview.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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A passionate community leader is rallying support for new swimming facilities in Longview, aiming to uplift underrepresented residents through aquatic education and safety.

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Longview's Community Leader Proposes Swimming Event at LeTourneau University
Community leader seeks support for swimming event promoting aquatic education in Longview.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM
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Longview City Council's recent meeting tackled pressing issues like homelessness, housing conditions, and even a fun proposal to bring Steve Harvey to town for a Family Feud event!

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Community Leaders Discuss Homeless Initiative and Downtown Visitor Center Benefits
Longview officials address homelessness solutions and recognize Corey Germain for bravery.
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July 25, 2025 at 4:51 AM