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The City of Mineola is providing the manpower and equipment through its public works department, said City Manager Mercy Rushing.

All eyes were pointed to the skies in Tyler Friday and Saturday afternoons as some historic planes passed overhead during the Cedar Creek Lake Airshow.

Longview police officers and other first responders could be seen lining the side of the road for a “Hooray for Heroes” appreciation parade.

Hutson said canceling the Yamboree fireworks and the festival is in the best interest of public health and safety — especially since more than half the population in Gilmer is 55 and older.

The initial fire happened shortly before 7 p.m. Sunday night in the 500 block of Ridgelea Avenue.

The window was donated by a family who wanted it to hang in remembrance of those who died in the 1937 New London school explosion.

“Not only are we forgiving up to $10,000, we’re also offering a grant to those students with zero balances.”

On Tuesday, Abbott expanded the ability of cities and counties to impose restrictions on outdoor gatherings of more than 100 people.

In Longview it was a day-long celebration of 'Juneteenth'at Broughton park. Food , fun, and demonstrations of African heritage were all part of the festivities. The event started with a peaceful solidarity march in the morning.

District 3 City Councilmember Wray Wade tells us this year’s celebration is about healing and coming together.

John-David “JD” Roberts is a retired 18 year United States Air Force and Army combat veteran who served in Afghanistan.

The annual event showcases what’s new in home design, including smart home technology.

Officials later learned the call was for a Smith County address, but made it’s way through the 911 system to the wrong agency.

A wreck is blocking traffic on W. Marshall Friday morning.

A semi truck hauling an oversized load struck the underside of the bridge on April 27, causing irreparable damage.

Speakers included Tyler Police Chief Jimmy Toler, Rev. J.L. Williams, Tyler City Councilwoman Shirley McKellar and Bishop Laramie Jackson.

The bee box is in the arboretum’s gift shop, and members of East Texas Beekeepers and the Longview Beekeeping Association were there Monday morning to install the bees.

Although the campus is slowly reopening for on-campus classes and other student business, Almanza said it is important to continue to provide remote access.

Richard Sisk will serve as reserve deputy constable for Precinct 3.

The exhibit features works from 98 seniors from 15 East Texas high schools.

Smith County Pct. 4 Constable Josh Joplin tells KLTV the chase started when he tried to pull over a driver who was driving recklessly through a construction zone on Highway 271

The average gas price in Texas is six cents higher than it was last week, according to AAA Texas.

“Troopers will be specifically looking for hazardous violations: people who are speeding, people who may be drinking and driving, people who are not wearing their seatbelts,” Dark said.

The team oversaw the design and fabrication of a 20- foot-long bridge to support up to 2,500 pounds.

Popeyes and Daquiri Express are under construction and the Dairy Queen project is waiting for a new architectural design.

Depending on business, they’ve got enough beef for about two more weeks.

Longview residents are encouraged to display the ribbons from now through June.

“A lot of people have stopped by and said ‘hey, there’s a small business, a mom-and-pop shop. Let’s stop by and give them a try,'" Lacreshia said.

The guidelines include social distancing measures and mimic the guidelines in Gov. Greg Abbott's plan to reopen Texas.

On Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott announced that fitness-related businesses like gyms and yoga studios could reopen on May 18.