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What residents are talking about in Longview public meetings, ranked by community engagement.
Recent coverage of Longview from local and regional media.
Published 5:40 am Tuesday, September 15, 2026 EAST MOUNTAIN — The East Mountain City Council on Monday adopted a slight property tax increase for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The ...
Sep 15, 2026Michael Henry has resigned as mayor of Tatum, saying he believes stepping aside is the right decision for the city and his family amid an internal dispute involving city officials. […]
Sep 12, 2026Lufkin police will increase enforcement of noise laws following 350 complaints. Downtown areas and neighborhoods are targeted to tackle loud music and vehicles.
Sep 11, 2026A ruptured water line has closed a key intersection in Lufkin, prompting city officials to advise drivers to avoid the area while repairs are underway.
Sep 11, 2026Tatum Mayor Michael Henry has resigned, citing the need for leadership committed to accountability. After serving for two years, he calls it a difficult decision.
Sep 11, 2026Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... No major improvements have been made to Longview’s Green Street Recreation Center in almost 40 years. That could change after two City Council members […]
Sep 11, 2026PALESTINE, Texas (KETK) - Anderson County fire crews have proposed creating an Emergency Services District be added to the county to better serve residents during emergencies. A proposed Emergency Services District in Anderson County would provide mo...
Sep 10, 2026By now, chances are that you’ve heard of Flock cameras — and might have a strong opinion about them. But what exactly are these controversial cameras, and are they operating in Longview? Here’s what you should ...
Sep 9, 2026Published 5:40 am Wednesday, September 9, 2026 WHITE OAK — White Oak property owners will have a lower property tax rate, and police officers will have higher pay in the next ...
Sep 9, 2026MARSHALL, Texas (KETK/KTAL) – Texas State Technical College (TSTC) in Marshall was under a lockdown as law enforcement searched for a person who is “known to be armed." According to college officials, the lockdown was declared at 8:50 a.m. after an i...
Sep 9, 2026SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK) -- Three weeks after Smith County declared a 90-day burn ban, the county has reached 142 illegal burnings. Smith County Fire Marshal Chad Hogue said the office has written 23 citations but did not know how many were issued ...
Sep 8, 2026LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) - The Texas Supreme Court on Friday denied a motion to review a case that blocked a RaceTrac gas station travel center from being built within the Crown Colony subdivision in Lufkin. RaceTrac was sued by the Crown Colony Improvem...
Sep 7, 2026