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There is no place like Longview. Like many of our residents, I was blessed enough to grow up in this fine community. After moving away to complete my surgical training, I could have chosen

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18 LUCKY ME!

I LIVE IN LONGVIEW. WHY ARE SO MANY PEOPLE IN LONGVIEW FEELIN’ LUCKY?

30 GROWING PARKS AS LONGVIEW CONTINUES TO GROW, OUR GREEN THUMBS KEEP GETTING GREENER.

PRESIDENT Steve Cartwright CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Robert Mitchell

44 HEALTHY OUTCOMES LONGVIEW HAS EXPERIENCED A YEAR OF MUSHROOMING DEVELOPMENTS AND THE TAKE-AWAY IS THAT EVERYONE’S HEALTH IMPROVES.

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58 LONGVIEW’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GETS DOWN & DIRTY SMALL AREA PLANS ARE BECOMING REALITIES.

66 THANK YOU! FOR MAKING LONGVIEW GREAT IN CELEBRATION OF THE CHAMBER’S CENTENNIAL, “OPERATION THANK YOU” WAS LAUNCHED TO THANK EACH AND EVERY CHAMBER MEMBER — IN PERSON!

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THE HISTORY OF LUCKY ME. Back in the 80s local leaders like Bob Cargill and Bob Eitelman had the big idea that if they could get folks to paste a green bumper sticker on their cars – Lucky Me, I Live in Longview – they could generate community pride and maybe drive a little new attention from around the area to the prospects of Longview. Folks like Natalie Rabicoff and others helped promote the idea and anecdotes indicate that green bumper sticker with the little 4-leaf clover traveled all over the southwest.

Good ideas are hard to keep down.

L CKY ME! I LIVE IN LONGVIEW. There are countless reasons why people love living in Longview. To name a few, the weather is mild, the schools are outstanding and offer a variety of college bound and technology options, cost of living is way below national average, and everything a family needs for good, safe fun is within a short drive. Good, tame stuff, right?

But what makes people feel great, like they’re the luckiest people in East Texas?

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by Kimberly Fish

The answer can’t be bottled and

Maybe because it is one of the best

marketed to other parts of the state,

kept secrets in the State. Back in the day,

like Longview’s water was when Schlitz

before Longview’s name was broadcast

Brewery first came to town. It is that

across the world as the location of the

indefinable something that says slow

largest oil field in the United States, it

summer nights, back porch BBQs, and

was known more or less as a junction: a

friendly folk. Yes, there are trees in

crossroads for wide roads and train lines,

abundance, rolling hills, lakes with clean,

a meeting place for farmers selling cotton,

cool water, folks who still stop to help

and the best place to get an ice cold

strangers, and an element of faith that ties

Coca-Cola right from the bottling plant.

us to our families and gives residents the

When surveyors were laying out plans for

feeling they belong. But, what is it that

the new railroad lines, it was their quip

makes folks feel that living in Longview is

from the top of the hill that they “could

one of the best kept secrets in the State?

see a long view” that’s credited with

THE FOUR LEAF CLOVER No clover plant regularly produces four-leaf clovers, which is one reason why they are so rare. Each leaf of the clover symbolizes a piece of tradition: one is for Faith, one for Hope, one for Love and the fourth for Luck.

being the inspiration for the new town.

world, but still has that picket-fence

It’s no wonder the good, law-abiding

lifestyle. Cashiers still know customers’

folks tending the radar wanted to keep

names at the grocery store, high school

Longview’s unique qualities on the

kids still mow their neighbor’s yards, and

down low so that other under-the-table

folks still gather for Wednesday night

operators didn’t discover its mix of

suppers at church. It’s the best of

tri-state transportation and picket-fence

both worlds.

lifestyle. Whatever “it” was in those late 1800s, those that grew Longview liked it just the way it was then and didn’t want the new age of technology and messy things like Woodstock upending a good thing.

As those who work in major cities know, one thing they want more than anyother is to get out of their cars, off the mix-masters, and be at home watching their kids plays soccer. Maybe that’s what makes living in Longview so

Today, Longview is still at the epi-center

desirable. Unless construction or an

of those crossroads, but with super

accident slows people down, traffic is

highways, AMTRAK and supply trains,

scarcely a problem. The transportation

an airport with an incredibly long runway,

grid makes moving across Longview

and high speed fiber optic lines under

and its suburbs a breeze, and there are

its roads. Longview can move people,

soccer and baseball fields in every nook

products, and ideas anywhere in the

and cranny. Our green spaces, parks,

Built in 1955, our landmark water tower is visible for miles as it sits atop downtown’s highest point, Rock Hill.

In 1870, surveyors for the Union Pacific railroad stood at this same point and commented that there “sure was a long view” from this hill, and history, as they say, was made.

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TANYA JOHNSON

trails, and the soon to emerge Longview

position I had through the lens of

Arboretum and Nature Center remind

customer service. I’ve always enjoyed

folks at every turn that nature’s beauty,

working with people and have been in

still so untarnished here, is one of the

a management role of some kind for

best features for calling Longview home.

the last 20 years. A few years into the

There are many reasons people feel lucky to live in Longview. There’s no better way to talk about it than to hear it first-hand.

From Tanya Johnson, in her words: “I feel fortunate to live in Longview because I’ve been able to build a life here and belong to a truly fabulous community.

“I’m the Director of Human Resources at KSA, and the corporate office is located in downtown Longview. My team and I help support 160 employees in

Human Resources track, I decided to go back to school and get my MBA from LeTourneau University. It was through my experience and courses at LeTourneau that I confirmed what I already felt – I was made to work with people. My customer service mindset and love for helping others results in what is termed servant leadership.

Having a heart for servant leadership led me to Leadership Longview.

“In 2015, I met some of the most genuine and caring professionals during my time

nine locations in Texas, Louisiana and

in Leadership Longview. The LL journey

Oklahoma. KSA was founded in 1978

also provided my class with a diverse

as Kindle, Stone & Associates, Inc. in

perspective of what it means to be so

Longview and has grown into an industry

lucky to live in Longview, while uncovering

leader, serving clients throughout Texas,

many opportunities that we could make

Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Longview even better. I’ve made life-long

My job at Jucys Hamburgers in high

connections throughout the area and

school and college started me down the

appreciate this program and all those

path of looking at each subsequent

who make it a success year after year.”

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My church! Mobberly Baptist • A great education for my kids • Friday Nights in Longview.

LOVE the LOBOS and LHS Viewettes • Higher Ed: Got my degrees from Kilgore College and an MBA from LeTourneau University • Careers with great employers • This town is family friendly with several fun annual events • Longview loves to give – so many folks give to great causes • Local leadership helping us grow • THE PEOPLE! (Truly the best) • Shopping, restaurants, medical care and entertainment

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THE RABBIT’S FOOT In some cultures, the foot of a rabbit is carried as an amulet believed to bring good luck.

This belief is held by individuals in a great number of places around the world, including Europe, China, Africa, and North and South America.

From Allyson Bock, in her words: “I have visited many states and several countries over my lifetime, and consider myself very social and open to new ways of life and cultures. However, when I’ve been approached about moving I feel a deep, empty pit in my stomach. It’s not just because of comfort and familiarity, but because I love this wonderful city and its people.

Because of the support of BancorpSouth, I was able to participate in the Chamber’s Leadership Longview Program and I am a proud member of the 2013-2014 class. Leadership Longview was an amazing and eye-opening program, even for someone who thought I knew pretty much all about Longview. The program gave me insight into the inner workings of our city, county, emergency services, hospitals,

“I have worked for BancorpSouth for

criminal justice system, and many

almost 11 years. I’m a Senior Commercial

other facets of this great city. I learned

Loan Specialist and assist several of our

about the cultural opportunities, the

commercial lenders with the processing

economics, and the quality of life here in

and perfection of their commercial loans.

Longview. I quickly found that there was

I have BancorpSouth and my amazing

so much more to my city than I had ever

co-workers to thank for jump starting the

imagined, and it was a great experience

process of getting me more involved and

to have a front row seat to learn about

connected in our community.

all of it.”

The friendliest and most wonderful people you could ever meet • It’s open to growth and development • Smaller community, but all the features of big city • Great connections happen here, personally and professionally • Community leaders that want to see the city prosper • Non-profits and local ministries that give good help • A great place to raise a family • Everything you need from restaurants, shopping, medical and entertainment, but not so much it’s overwhelming • Close to lakes, parks, forests, hunting, and fishing • There’s a common goal to make good things happen

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TEQUITA MUMPHREY

THE LADY BUG The origin of ladybugs being considered as a good luck charm is based on a European prayer to the Virgin Mary to save crops from being destroyed by aphids. The ladybugs appeared and ate the aphids and have been considered to be lucky ever since.

From Tequita Mumphrey, in her words: “I feel fortunate to live in Longview because we have so many great things geared towards kids, families, and

Dispatch, and Supervisors. My mission is to ensure that everyone in Longview has access to safe and reliable transportation.

community. Longview is a wonderful

“My experience in Leadership Longview

place to experience the great outdoors,

has opened doors to opportunities that I

raise a family, and get educated. We’re

didn’t know existed. Going to Leadership

close to Dallas, Shreveport and Houston,

Longview, I made connections that

but have the majestic views of the great

will last a lifetime and have access to

outdoors too.

a network of individuals that I can call on at anytime. It also opened my heart

“As the Director of Operations for

to volunteering. I always had a servant

Longview Transit I plan and control the

heart but was unsure where I wanted

daily operations of the transit department.

to serve. After listening to the nonprofit

I interact with the community, and

presentations I fell in love with several

maintain communication with our Public

programs and began volunteering.

Advisory Board and the City Council.

Currently, I am a mentor for Partners in

I focus on innovative ways to transform

Prevention, a count appointed advocate

ideas into profitable ventures. In addition,

for East Texas CASA, and I participate in

I’m the direct supervisor for the Operators,

Junior Achievement.”

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Wonderful people who love sharing and helping others • Diversity is great. You can always find those with whom you have things in common • A wide variety of religious views and places of worship • Good schools, great colleges and universities • Small town ease with access to three major cities • Country living at its best • Surrounded by beautiful majestic trails, tall pine trees and beautiful lakes • Good place for foodies • Peaceful home (and home to some famous athletes!)

• A thriving public transportation system

Local Celebrities

Getting Around Town

way, with one of the most popular at the

Yes, this city has a few homegrown stars

It’s a grid, and it’s the best part about

for buying crawdads from a food truck.

traipsing about our great nation. Most

commuting to work or slipping out early

people know and love Neal McCoy,

for a little fishing. Chances are you’re

country music star and larger-than-life

only a few minutes away from whatever

personality. But did you know that Forest

you need or wherever you need to be.

Whitaker and Matthew McConaughey have also called Longview home?

Gregg County History and The Dalton Gang When your past includes notorious bank

School Districts

robbers that make Bonnie and Clyde

With four, you have your pick of some of

The Gregg County Historical Museum

the finest east Texas schools. From

is located in an old bank building, and

International Baccalaureate to pre-nursing

is often the staged location for Dalton

college level dual credit classes, the

Gang robbery re-enactments. With a

gamut of teaching experiences and

story of brave locals, and a posse riding

hands-on learning was never brighter.

for justice, this era in Longview’s story is

The Sabine Some see this as a mean old river ripe with stories that go back to Spanish

Matthew McConaughey graduated from Longview High School in 1988.

Go Lobos! Alright, Alright, Alright.

bridge in Lakeport. Also a key location

look tame, you just have to run with it.

ripe for retelling many times over.

Churches Built on the Rock

missionaries and Civil War gun runners.

You’d think a town built on railroad

Others see it as the State’s largest river

ingenuity, which meant importing

connecting spring-fed water just north

law-abiding citizens like teachers,

of Lake Fork all the way to the coast and

lawyers, and preachers to corral the

providing water to cities in between, with

roughriders, wouldn’t still be

the nation’s fifth largest reservoir holding

proselytizing all these generations later.

it all together. Most just care about the

But, Longview’s history is as deeply tied

fishing. Multiple entry points along the

to the Good Book as it is to any other

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foundation. With a rich culture of ministering to needy, helping those in crisis, and generally following the Golden Rule, Longview’s church life is still rock solid.

THE RAINBOW The rainbow holds a ubiquitous meaning of unity in numerous cultures. This pervasive message of unification is specifically addressed in the union between sky and earth, with the rainbow serving as a bridge between the two. And there’s a pot of gold at the end.

Live Music From indie singers at the Longview

masters has come on the scene, and the

son-in-law, Jordan. The location was

Museum of Fine Arts, to local bands at

sudsless days look to be a fading image

enthusiastically welcomed back by Texas

Heritage Plaza, midrange groups at the

in the city’s rear-view mirror. A new

Monthly Magazine and is deemed as one

Reo Palm Isle and Leon’s to outdoor

tasting room and beer house has opened

of the best BBQ houses in the state. You

concerts in various parks, this town loves

downtown on Tyler Street featuring local

can also get that great Bodacious flavor

its music culture. A range of musical

beer on tap, and trendy ice houses have

from Shannon on 6th Street and Scott

offerings from the Gaither Band to touring

livened up the offerings for those who

on Loop 281.

Broadway musicals do justice to the

have a refined taste for hops.

acoustically perfect venue at LeTourneau University, the Belcher Chapel and Performing Art Center. The T Bone Walker Blues Fest brings in an international crowd to Longview every summer to see what the big deal is all about.

Barbecue, the City’s Official Food of Choice Every corner of this city has a neighborhood smokehouse; just follow the fragrant aroma to locate one closest

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for raising a can of locally brewed beer.

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However, a new age of independent brew

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MORE GREEN PLEASE!

WHEN FEEDBACK WAS RECEIVED DURING SURVEYS OF THE CITY OF LONGVIEW’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, ONE SIMPLE PLEA WAS PUNCTUATED:

Give us more green spaces!

Turns out the people of Longview love living, playing, and working around nature. With Longview’s deep roots buried in a soil that’s prime with emollients, our dirt is some of the richest in the state. Water tables aren’t a problem due to the long-reaching arms of the Sabine River.

On top of that, we have trees that go back generations, making a canopy over Longview that is the envy of cities in dry, barren counties due west. Combine community input with a vast natural resource and this city is on the cusp of becoming one of the pure garden treasures west of the Mississippi.

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To cultivate that idea even more, community leaders and

and a formal garden. All that’s left to do is complete

volunteers have linked arms to bring one crazy big idea to life

the fundraising, put down good roots, and let the soil rich

in Longview – an Arboretum and Nature Center, so naturally

environment work its magic.

beautiful and rich that people will luxuriate in this setting we’ve been blessed to inherit (see page 37). A park celebrating trees

Another new park opening in Longview is The Green. This

and meadows may not sound so huge after you drive up and

specialty park is the brainchild of Keep Longview Beautiful, an

down the roadways and see that trees are

area non-profit organization designed to

prolific in Gregg County, but what makes

highlight beauty in this much-loved city.

this idea so revolutionary is that leaders

This non-profit is the driver bringing art

see the fastest means to make this

to public spaces, cleaning up streets

master-planned park happen is to create

and parks that have fallen into rough

it as a public-private partnership.

times, and creating a stunning green

Grassroots funding from the people of Gregg County for a park that honors, well, the grass roots. The City of Longview has deeded 26 acres of trees, hills, and meadow along Grace Creek adjacent to Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center, to be the newest and grandest in the city’s public park spaces. All it takes to turn that papery plan into something that can be walked through and touched is money, about $5,000,000, all total.

To make a cultivated arboretum come to life takes careful planning, private funding gifts, and a keen eye to the weather patterns that best suit digging in the dirt.

The Longview Arboretum and Nature

A park celebrating trees and meadows may not sound so huge after you drive up and down the roadways and see that trees are prolific in Gregg County, but what makes this idea so revolutionary is that leaders see the fastest means to make this master-planned park happen is to create it as a public-private partnership.

Center has a dedicated group of volunteers

space to welcome folks to Longview.

The Green, a public-private partnership, sits at the juncture of Texas Highway 31 and South Street, a nine-acre spot that will host learning nodes, pavilions, and public spaces for food trucks.

Thanks to a generous financial contribution from the Longview Economic Development Corporation, a new rush of capital is being directed to one of the best hike and bike trail systems in East Texas. With hike and bike trails a big asset in Longview, connecting the paved trails is a way to connect Longview-ites to each other.

The giving of private dollars to public spaces like parks is the new normal

working diligently to hit all these buttons. To learn more about the

in Longview. Wanting to keep city staff and taxes manageable,

Longview Arboretum and Nature Center, follow the progress of

and still get what we enjoy under the “city’s umbrella,” Longview

this expansive park, and learn how you can be a part of growing

citizens know it takes philanthropic gifts of all sizes. No financial

something beautiful, visit longviewarboretum.org, see the video

contribution is too small to be a seed to make good things grow.

on YouTube, or like their Facebook page, Longview Arboretum

With so many parks to choose from, it’s sometime hard to

and Nature Center. Their periodic “peek at the park” events have

remember just how many green spaces there are within the city

shared a taste of good things to come once the arboretum opens

limits. Use this guide as a means to find as many as you can.

with trails, water features, cultivated forests and meadows,

And, if you want to see them grow, find a way to give.

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Longview, TX

Parks Guide Akin Park 414 Delwood Drive

A little over 11 acres in mid-town, Akin Park is not only a pocket park for those in the Delwood area, it’s home to a tennis court and brand-new playground.

Some might not know that it’s also part of the master trail plan to link McHaney Park and Guthrie park in the future.

Bennie Jackson Park 2300 Neal Street

A neighborhood park within walking distance of Hudson PEP school, this park was built in 1976 and has a pavilion, playground and a trail.

Birdie Park 701 W. Niblick Street

A vintage avenue-styled park in the heart of Greggton, Birdie is small at only 2.5 acres but packs a community draw for its pavilion, playground, multi-use court, and central location to the neighborhood.

Broughton Park & Recreation Center 801 M.L. King Boulevard

A spacious community park at almost 20 acres, Broughton is the heart of the

Foster Middle School area. With multiple sport courts, a splash pad, trails, and softball field, it’s easily one of the most popular parks for a summer night.

The Recreation Center boasts a gym, three classrooms and a branch of the Longview Public Library.

Cargill Long Park Trail 3112 North 4th Street

One of Longview’s first experiments in transforming a decommissioned railroad line into a 43-acre paved walking trail, which became the genesis for the City’s overall master trail plan. Near Longview Regional Medical Center and touching major neighborhoods on the east side of Longview, Cargill Long Park Trail is three miles of fun.

Depot Park 905 Pacific Avenue

A tiny pocket park located next to the newly re-imagined Longview MultiModal Center, the Depot Park is the perfect spot for small travelers to work out the wiggles before they board a train, bus, or cab.

100 Iris Drive

A neighborhood park that inspires all who drive down Judson Road with three acres of green space, this park was the first to host a “Art from the heArt” sculpture connecting commuters to public art. It’s also the spot for pick up soccer games and kite flying.

The Green Highway 31 / Spur 63

Soon to open, The Green is a Keep Longview Beautiful gift to the city. Over nine acres at the southwest gateway to Longview, this brand new park will host a pavilion, small trail, education nodes, and parking spaces for food trucks.

Guthrie Park 301 Tupelo Drive

With over 28 acres, this mid-city park is home to disc golf enthusiasts, tennis players, and trail snails. The two-mile radius-walking trail is at the center of this popular park and will one day function as a connector between the Paul G. Boorman Hike & Bike Trail and Cargill Long Trail.

Heritage Plaza Methvin Street / Downtown Longview

This unique pocket park in the heart of Longview is a central meeting location for community events, and through a series of intentional sculptures reveals the history of Longview for all to read and reflect upon.

Akin Park Heritage Plaza Downtown Live

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Playground

Hinsley Park

Lois Jackson Park

3101 N. Hwy 259

200 Bill Owens Parkway

This park is being redesigned in a new location in far north Longview. Under construction, the almost 40-acre park will become the only adult softball complex in the city hosting four fields, restrooms/concession stands, a playground, a walking trail, basketball courts, and a competition-appropriate disc golf course.

Built in 1980 for racquetball enthusiasts, this park has grown into a beautiful pavilion and playground destination along the Paul G. Boorman Hike & Bike Trail. Of special note, it’s one of the first parks to allow for public art on its walls.

Ingram Park 1400 N. 10th Street

One of Longview’s legacy parks, Ingram is almost 10-acres off 10th Street and home to two pavilions, two tennis courts, a playground, swimming pool, and disc golf.

Julieanna Park 726 Reel Road

Tucked behind neighborhoods in west Longview, this walking trail features 15 acres of peaceful pursuits as it connects Ward Park and McWhorter Park.

Lear Park

Longview Arboretum and Nature Center This 26-acre park located adjacent to Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center is under construction to become a trail corridor to Paul G. Boorman Hike & Bike trail as well as a park celebrating the nature and scenic beauty unique to this part of the state. Long range plans include a multi-use nature center, a pier pavilion over the lake for concerts, formal gardens, and walking trails within the park. (See feature pg. 37)

Magrill Plaza 500 N. Green Street

Originally known as The Grove, this park in the heart of Longview boasts a copper-roofed pavilion and public restrooms. Also functions as a connector destination for Longview Transit.

100 H.G. Mosley Parkway

The big daddy of the Parks and Rec collection, this 182-acre park complex is home to KidsView play complex, eight softball fields, 15 soccer fields, four baseball fields, a splash pad, a walking trail, and a pier. Restrooms and concession stands round out this massive sports venue on the city’s west side. The much-anticipated “Miracle League Field” is under construction and is designed to give handicapped children a venue for playing softball.

McWhorter Park

as new spacious pavilion and public restrooms, this park is a busy meeting point for picnics and families.

Panther Park 2511 E. George Richey Road

A two-acre park in the Spring Hill community, it has a pavilion and playground and a busy community center.

Patterson Park 1313 Hyacinth Drive

A sweet pocket park that adjoins the Cargill Long Trail, this park has basketball courts and a playground.

Paul G. Boorman Hike & Bike Trail Parking at: 919 W. Marshall, 200 Bill Owens Parkway, 1505 Princeton Street & 2422 H.G. Mosley Parkway

Almost no other park in Longview has the appeal of the entire community like the 70-acre PGB. Designed in a floodplain, the paved trail begins at Loop 281 and continues under and over roads to end at Highway 80. With public restrooms, two dog parks, and “Art from the heArt” sculptures at key entry points, this linear park is extremely popular and spurred public interest in connecting this trail to other trails around the city.

1000 Toler Road

Once a family farm, this 41-acre park in west Longview is a destination from the Julieanna walking trail and home to amateur club sports. With four baseball fields, two kickball fields, basketball courts, and a walking trail, as well

Paul G. Boorman Hike & Bike Trail

Lear Park Sports Complex

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Pinewood Park 500 Patricia Avenue

Disc Golf

DESTINATION: Disc Golf has become a competitive regional sport, and Longview hosts one of the tournaments at Guthrie Park. Course is open year-round.

One of the first parks donated to the city in 1950, this six-acre park has a newly updated playground and pavilion for many more years of fun.

Rollins Park 705 Ethel Street

This park was first built in 1976 and updated in 1999. As the city’s southernmost park it boasts a mutli-use court, playground, pavilion and backstop.

Rotary/AMBUCs Park 500 Baylor Drive

Through community donations and work efforts, this park along the Guthrie Trail was imagined with new playground equipment to accommodate blind or visuallyimpaired children. Also features a water feature, pavilion and restrooms.

South Ward Park 1011 S. Mobberly Avenue

Located on 2.5 acres and conjoining LISD’s South Ward Elementary campus, this park features two playgrounds, fitness stations, walking trails, a pavilion and restroom and is designed to be a community meeting space as well as a connector for families in the area.

Spring Creek Park 3100 Mona Drive

Connect with the Longview Disc Golf Association on Facebook: @LongviewDiscGolfAssociation

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Stamper Park & Womack Field 400 Fair Street

As the city’s first “City Park” this location was the heartbeat of all good things for Longview for many years. Adaptations have been made since this park was opened in 1960, and Womack Field christened in 1980, but this spacious green space is still home to multiple picnic sites, playgrounds, baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and a water spray playscape for kids of all ages.

Teague Park 415 American Legion Boulevard

This vista of green space and water is an inspiration for those seeking peaceful interludes in the middle of a busy city day. With pavilions and playgrounds, a lake and a fishing pier, an amphitheater for outdoor concerts, and the Veteran’s Memorial Plaza, it’s a not only a popular nature destination in the city, it’s also the southern terminus for the Cargill Long Trail.

Timpson Park 500 Timpson Street

This 12-acre park is part of the fabric of south Longview with three baseball fields, concession stands, restrooms, and a playground. It was built in 1960 and updated in 2005.

Ward Park

At a little over three acres this neighborhood park is the farthest east in the city’s roster, and is a little bit into Harrison County. With playgrounds and a walking trail, it’s a popular meeting location.

1700 Julieanna Drive

Spring Hill Community Park

Willow Park

738 Fenton Road

This park right along Birdsong is a heritage park and was updated in 2000.

It has a pavilion, playground, backstop, and multi-use courts.

This popular park in far northwest Longview is over 30 acres, and still sort of newish. It is home to four baseball fields, concession stands, a water-spray park, and the

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Neal McCoy/AMBUCs TOO park, which is the city’s only universallyaccessible playground.

This park was opened in 1976 and hosts a sweet neighborhood playground. It’s big role is being part of the pleasure of walking on the Julieanna Trail and is heavily used by youth leagues practicing in spring and early summer.

301 E. Birdsong Street

Arboretum

beginning to put down roots It’s with much anticipation that nature lovers of all walks of life look forward to the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center’s opening.

Long a wooded, overgrown area along Grace Creek, a tributary for the Sabine River, the 26 acres adjacent to Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center are rich in a variety of indigenous plants to East Texas. As a matter of fact, experts from Stephen F. Austin State University and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center have walked the hills and meadows proclaiming this land some of the most perfectly situated as a cultivated city park. “Cultivated” being the key word. Volunteers, otherwise known as Friends of the Longview Arboretum, and board members of the non-profit that guides the private development and fundraising, see this public/private partnership as a great fit for Longview citizens. Much like how the Ft. Worth Botanical Gardens has taken a woodsy section of land along the Trinity River and turned it into an oasis of peaceful pursuits, so is the plan for Longview’s Arboretum and Nature Center. Smaller in dimensions, and still in the earliest stages of cultivation, this park will offer walking trails, learning nodes, a pier-styled pavilion for concerts and weddings, formal gardens, meadows, cultivated woods, and

Learn more about the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center, follow the progress of this expansive park, and learn how you can be a part of growing something beautiful.

Visit www.longviewarboretum.org, see the video on YouTube, and like the Facebook page Longview Arboretum and Nature Center.

restrooms for the public. As fundraising continues, there are plans for a multiuse Nature Center that can double and sometimes retrofit to function as offices, gift shop, catering outlet, meeting space, event space, and classrooms. To introduce the concept of an Arboretum to Longview, several “Peek” events have happened, and more are on the way, leading to the first phase of the park and walking trails, which hope to open to the public in summer 2017.

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Horaney ’s , Inc. Celebrates 77 Year th

In 1940 Harry and Lorene Horaney opened a feed store in Downtown Longview at 207 N. Court. Horaney’s quickly became a community gathering place.

The business grew, evolving out of its rural heritage, and carrying new merchandise to keep pace with the changing society. The store began to attract homeowners as well as farmers, and Horaney’s Feed Store flourished.

Albert, Harry’s son, married Betty Barkett of Marshall in 1958, and together they worked with Harry until Harry’s death in 1977. Albert relocated the store to a larger and more modern building at 301 W. Methvin.

Today it remains the same friendly store it was in 1940.

In 1996 Albert Horaney died, and as a tribute to his memory, the City of Longview changed the name of Court Street to Horaney Street. Betty, like Albert and his father Harry

has enjoyed helping many people over the years, never wanting recognition.

Today Betty Horaney continues the business.

Customers still come downtown to browse, shop, have a cup of coffee and visit, and find a large supply of birdfeeders, birdhouses, fountains, plants, chemicals, organic products, sprayers, garden seeds, farm supplies, horse supplies, tools, cattle feeders, wire, and an endless array of other items.

Giving back to the community for all the goodness shown the family, Betty is active in many worthwhile projects in town.

It is Betty Horaney’s hope that the Horaney business will continue, keeping the family tradition alive in Longview. “God has blessed me,” she says, “not only with my family, but with my customers and the many friends I have made throughout the years through this wonderful business.”

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y heart is often struck by overwhelming thought, The opportunity I’ve been given by those who bravely sought, To live in this wonderful country with the freedom it entails, By men and women who sacrificed for all our gains and fails.

Our country is not perfect as those who came back will be sure, Standing tall beside our flag with all they had to endure.

Away from home and family they went, no tears will ever repay, But I stand by their gift with sadness and thanks, and will not forget to pray.

Let me not forget to appreciate as I should, Your part in my life I’ll remember, as truly your bravery stood.

With heartfelt thanks to those who have served our country and it’s red, white, and blue, who have allowed us all the freedoms and opportunities in this beautiful city and nation! ~ Chris Hagstrom, East Texas Lawn Care

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by Kimberly Fish

With growth comes change.

Longview has experienced a year of mushrooming developments and the take-away is that everyone’s health improves. From added attention to the city’s walking trails, to numerous fitness centers and the arrival of three freestanding ERs, the opportunities for healthy outcomes in East Texas have grown exponentially.

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Good Shepherd Medical Center Good Shepherd Medical Center serves the area as a 425-bed regional referral center and is committed to building a healthy future for Longview and East Texas through compassionate and quality care. With a proud legacy spanning over 80 years, the breadth and scope of Good Shepherd’s care continues to advance and expand to meet the changing healthcare needs of our patients and their families, including a newly renovated Labor & Delivery Department, the opening of Good Shepherd Center for Women’s Health, and Good Shepherd’s NorthPark ER. www.gsmc.org

The leading-edge caliber of Good Shepherd’s staff and services continues to be recognized time after time by respected organizations and health leaders: • #1 Hospital in the Market for Medical Excellence – Carechex® • Top 100 Hospital in the Nation – Carechex® • Top 5 Hospital Statewide for Orthopedic Care – Carechex® • Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval – Total Hip and Total Knee Replacement • American Heart Association Heart Attack Receiving Center • American Heart Association Get with the Guidelines®-Stroke Gold-Plus Quality Achievement Award Good Shepherd Medical Center remains fully committed to the highest possible level of patient care and to building a healthy future for Longview and East Texas through the dedication and the expertise of its 3,000 employees.

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Longview Regional Medical Center Longview Regional Medical Center was founded in the 1980s by local doctors with passion and a vision for the future of healthcare in our community. Longview Regional has grown extensively and stands as a notable regional medical center offering many advanced procedures close to home for the East Texas community. In 2013 Longview Regional completed its largest expansion, nearly doubling capacity for patient care. www.longviewregional.com

Recently, the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) published “Overall Quality Ratings” for each hospital in our country. The rating was based on patient outcome data and other quality metrics as well as patient satisfaction (measured by patient surveys). Each hospital received a Star Rating 1 to 5 (with 5 being the best). Only 22% of hospitals nationally received a 4 or 5 Star rating. Longview Regional was among that 22% and the only hospital in Longview with a 4-Star rating.

• Longview Regional is frequently cited as a Top Performer by peer review magazines and criteria services. LRMC provides top-level medical care to the community, striving for excellence every single day on every single hall, sometimes in less than 30 minutes.

• LRMC has attained and sustained excellence in the measures of heart attack care, pneumonia, and surgical care.

• LRMC also receives Top Performer ratings based on their increased healthy outcomes for patients with certain conditions including children’s asthma, stroke, venous thromboembolism, perinatal care, inpatient psychiatric services, and immunizations.

When a hospital provides exceptional care the patient comes out the winner. Longview Regional is proud to be the only hospital in Longview with a 4-Star rating and in the top 22% nationally. And we are proud to be the only hospital in Longview with a 4 Star rating.

LRMC strives to continue to provide safe, quality care for every patient. Its physicians and caregivers work to continually improve care, and measurement helps identify progress and opportunities for further advancement.

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Texas Oncology - Longview Cancer Center Residents of Longview, and the surrounding East Texas area, have convenient access to the most advanced cancer care provided by Texas Oncology-Longview Cancer Center, a pioneer in community-based, outpatient, and multidisciplinary cancer centers.

The Center works with both local hospitals and offers medical and radiation oncology, diagnostic radiology, and gynecologic oncology. Patients of Texas Oncology-Longview Cancer Center benefit from leading-edge medical services and participation in innovative research programs, all with the benefit of being close to home. In addition, support services are committed to addressing the educational, emotional, financial, and nutritional needs of patients during their cancer treatment, striving to bring a brighter future and improved survival outcomes to patients. Texas Oncology-Longview Cancer Center offers all leading cancer treatments and includes PET/CT scans, mammosite therapy, and general oncology support groups as part of the treatment. The Center treats all types of cancer, from the most prevalent forms such as breast cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer, and lung cancer to any of the more than 200 forms identified by the medical community. Longview Cancer Center offers a full range of first class treatment options at high levels of care and convenience.

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CORE - The Center for Rehabilitation Excellence CORE has helped rehabilitate many Longview workers who have faced job-related injuries, as well as offering physical therapy to assist patients recovering from sports injuries, common injuries, speech therapy, and the natural results of aging. In its concern for the ongoing recovery and general health of the Longview community, CORE offers a program called WorkSTEPS, an analysis of the physical requirements of a worker’s job and his ability to complete them at a specific job site, plus customizing therapy regimes for non-work related issues. CORE assists patients on site with multiple therapy venues, including water therapy, or can customize a format for its clients that not only returns them to work, but also evaluates the physical demands of their job and the necessary physical therapy programs required to keep them working safely. CORE is a comprehensive therapy center designed to restore clients to their health. Keeping the community healthy is what makes CORE an asset to our community’s overall health care prescription.

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Wellness Pointe A non-profit, community clinic, Wellness Pointe continues to expand services and preventive programs offering care to the needy and underserved in Longview. Founded in 1992, Wellness Pointe offers a full-range of medical and dental care with services ranging from pre-natal, obstetrics, pediatrics, general medicine, family planning, and dental, and is a vibrant part of the local health care system.

From prenatal care to nutritional classes to help patients with weight management, Wellness Pointe covers a comprehensive level of care. HIV is on the rise nationally, but places like Wellness Pointe reach out to the hurting by offering confidential treatment, education, intervention, and direction to government services. Its clients overwhelmingly insist that they approve of the courteous and helpful intervention they receive at Wellness Pointe. Wellness Pointe is another first class endeavor in the community’s focus on achieving and maintaining good health for all its citizens.

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three new free-standing ERs with physicians and physician’s assistants available to help with situations that don’t require a hospital visit or an appointment to be seen. In addition to neighborhood clinics, the local Veterans Administration clinic continues to offer compassionate patient care, counseling, and education to service men and women.

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To help keep the public informed, various outlets like health food stores and local gyms offer health screenings for first line awareness to people afflicted with a variety of symptoms.

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ith the momentum of the City of Longview’s 2015 Comprehensive Plan gaining traction in community awareness and city government, it’s important to appreciate that this is a “living” plan. As with most living things, a certain amount of maintenance is required to see it thrive, and that’s what hit the pavement in the summer of 2016.

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Two small-area plans were funded and implemented to take the lofty ideas of an overview and apply them to the nuts and bolts of how our city currently operates.

City council added members to an appointed, resident-driven oversight committee, and hired Freise-Nichols consultants to go door-to-door, street-by-street, and analyze key data: from automobile traffic to market rents in the key corridor of the heart of Longview, the downtown district, and the front door to the city, what’s commonly known as the I-20 corridor.

“People love downtown and want to see it thrive. The input will help focus on a marketplace for what will drive people downtown.

Also, the small area plan will help tie several areas together— some contain historic buildings and structures—and historic preservation is key. It will help generate a look and feel that is authentic to Longview.”

Dale A. Lunsford, Ph.D

President, LeTourneau University

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— Melida Heien, Main Street Coordinator for the City of Longview

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improve marketability and future growth.

This small-area plan also expands the area of emphasis from the primary “100 Acres of Heritage” that demarcates the original city footprint for historic Longview and includes the bordering areas that allow more independently owned businesses to participate in the process.

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Some of the focus already is on creating an identity that will reveal that Downtown Longview is fun. With three museums, a variety of restaurants and bars, retail shops, a few lofts, and affordable rents, it’s always changing, creating momentum that draws folks back to a walkable city center.

Much like the cube grid of downtown is key to future growth, so is the linear I-20 corridor. A small-area plan has been funded to study how the community enters its front door and what they do along the way to other destinations within the city. This connector is the main artery for bringing out-of-towners into the city and area leaders want to see intentional development directed into this corridor, not only for appearance and viability, but for long-term property values and vibrancy.

Longview is extremely accessible from I-20 and US Highways 80 and 259, not to mention what might happen when the I-69 corridor is completed. Community leaders want to see entry points reflect the forward energy and direct drivers through town in an efficient and attractive manner, and also bring them to the city center. Downtown Longview is not just the heart of the city: it’s the spoke of the wheel that turns Longview.

Planning wisely is a significant element of all cities that the Chamber of Commerce has visited in the last few years as they lead the clarion call for intentional growth. Kelly Hall, president of the Chamber of Commerce, is one of the upper echelon Texas Chamber leaders who not only sees value in these Inter-City visits, but advocates that the learning experience can translate both to a citywide visioning process, and also assist local business owners with valuable networking and learning models.

How Pokémon Go Brought Hundreds to Downtown Thanks to the ingenuity of Melida Heien working with the folks at Google Maps, Downtown Longview benefited from a sudden influx of Pokémon Go hunters during the summer. Groups of teenagers, many who’d never been downtown, hunted among the historic markers at Heritage Plaza, the rolling lawn and landmarks at the Gregg County

In September 2016, a team of Longview business and civic leaders traveled to Evansville, Indiana to study a city that is about ten years into their 30-year Comprehensive Plan.

Evansville provided a great role model for the

Courthouse, the history rich Bank Alley, and the museums.

The adults who also chased Pikachu around Methvin Street were thrilled to discover downtown is a safe, bustling environment perfect for non-Pokémon chasing endeavors.

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Longview coalition in helping to illustrate some of the early successes of community buy-in and city planning. The number one takeaway was the priceless value of collaboration, and not in an idealistic way, but in a put-down-competitive-swords-andlink-arms to-make-better-things-happen-forthe-region way. It was stunning to witness hospitals, universities, utility companies, and government entities that usually would be

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territorial and secretive choose to set aside

to visit other cities. Participants hope to learn from

differences to achieve goals. As a result of

and build upon the successes of these cities for the

collaboration efforts led by the Evansville mayor, the Chamber of Commerce, and city leaders, their city is seeing a major influx of downtown development, new construction from tip to toe, and a medical school bringing various hospitals together in one major economic initiative.

Because they too have been on this same journey of discovery in moving a small city to a new level of regional economic vitality, the delegation of Longview leaders (31, and many under the age of 40) saw how the leaders in Evansville implemented walkability, green space, improved utility and water sewage issues, and very real human needs for those who live in the city center.

Bringing back these big ideas was the easy part — almost every person in the delegation saw the potential for Longview. Translating the ideas into Arboretum development, new connective trails, infill solutions, and collaborative efforts here is the challenge we all need to rise up and embrace.

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betterment of Longview.

Infrastructure Residents, commuters and visitors have several means to access the area. One Interstate freeway and two U.S. highways run through the City of Longview, and in addition, four Texas state highways also converge in Longview. Two Texas state highway spurs serve to connect highways in Longview and are one of the components that make travel in the city so convenient.

Interstate 20 is an east/west freeway that connects Longview to Dallas, approx.

125 miles (201 km) to the west and to Shreveport, Louisiana, approx. 60 miles (97 km) to the east.

U.S. Highway 80 runs through the central district of Longview. U.S. Hwy 80 was once a coast to coast highway from Tybee Beach near Savannah, Georgia and ran continuously across the southern part of the United States to San Diego, California. Today its western terminus is Dallas, Texas, making the length only 1,032 miles (1,661 km).

U.S. Highway 259 is a 250-mile (400 km) north/south spur route connecting U.S. 59 from Nacogdoches, Texas and U.S. 59 near the Oklahoma/Arkansas border just south of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Before Interstate 20, US 259 went through the center of Longview on a route that now is designated Texas State Highway 31 and Spur 502.

Texas Highway 149 is a 33.9-mile

Texas Highway 31 runs 143.3 miles (230.6 km) east/west between Longview and Waco, Texas.

igates much of Longview from its east

Spur 502 connects north/south traffic between U.S. Hwy 80 in central Longview and U.S. Hwy 259 north of Longview.

(54.6 km) north/south highway connecting Longview with Carthage.

Texas Highway 300 is a short 18.62-mile (29.97 km) highway connecting Longview to U.S. 271 in Gilmer, Texas.

Texas Highway 281 is a 19.3-mile

Spur 63 runs north/south through Longview connecting Texas Highway 31 at its Longview terminus with Spur 502 north of Texas Loop 281.

(31.1 km) loop highway that circumnavconnection at I-20 east of the Gregg/ Harrison county line to I-20 in Longview.

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by Kimberly Fish

The Chamber of Commerce loves its members. Not only has the Chamber taken its role as advocate seriously — to the point of establishing networks to monitor local, state, and national policy — but it’s also raising awareness to champion a pro-business profile as Longview grows forward. The Chamber is a resource center; a training facility for community leaders; it inspires workforce development; and it elevates the voice of employers in building better talent in East Texas. All this, plus it provides a customized network for Chamber investors through regular communications, e-newsletters, and programming opportunities. The Longview Chamber of Commerce is a key in the positive strategy emerging in Longview’s business community.

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But, what they might do best, is give back. Last year, the Chamber launched Operation Thank You during some of the hottest weeks of the summer with the point being to thank each and every Chamber member — in person!

It took more than 150 volunteers to assemble gifts and deliver bags to the long list of Chamber investors. This huge task was done because the Chamber values its members, and knows that these hardworking business leaders are the very people working hard to make Longview great. A thank you is hardly enough, but it’s a beginning in understanding what

In building a healthy and thriving business community, it’s important to remember that without talent there’s no growth. Getting involved with the local ISDs and higher education outlets was a big focus for the Chamber in 2016 and will continue to be a key priority going forward. Partnering with LeTourneau University, University of Texas at Tyler Longview Center, Kilgore College, and East Texas Technical Institute, and finding ways to help them attract and retain students, is central to the Chamber’s business profile. If the emerging workforce is well-educated and secure, the local business community will see results.

makes this city a positive place to live,

The Chamber regularly collaborates with

work, and play, and also a clue to why

area organizations to ensure strength in

Longview consistently ranks high on

numbers. With area ISDs, LEDCO, Junior

national lists of cities both desirable to

Achievement, The Boys and Girls Clubs,

live in and proactive toward business

GLOBE, and higher education facilities

and manufacturing.

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Longview and Gregg County have as bright a future as any in the state.

The business community understands the need to get involved and drive transformation. In June of 2016, business leaders joined with the Governor’s Tri-Agency Forum in Tyler to hear from members of the Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Education Agency, and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. This eye-opening forum inspired the Chamber to produce an “Every Child Has Access” handbook for educators, parents, and the Longview Business Community. Longview is growing stronger every year. Your Chamber is thankful to be a key contributor to this success.

With breakfast meetings, mixers, and networking events hosted day and night, the Longview Chamber of Commerce is the pro-business connector for growing good things in Longview.

A SPECIAL “THANK YOU!” TO PAUL ANDERSON Paul’s career at the Longview Chamber of Commerce ended, in its official capacity, in December 2016, bringing 22 years of engagement with the Chamber to a successful conclusion. Paul was hired to manage the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, merging with the Longview Partnership in 1994, and he created a one-stop-shop for visitor information and services.

Paul has been key in attracting large and small conventions to the city.

He later became the Main Street Manager, helping the downtown district recertify as an official Texas Main Street, bringing with it incentives and funding assistance to improve the facades of downtown businesses. He went on to become the Executive Vice President and Communications Director for the Chamber, helping to expand ways the Chamber communicates to members and the community through print publications, website, and e-newsletters. Paul has also been an enormous contributor to the production of Uniquely Longview magazine, and he will be missed.

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THANK YOU! FOR CONTINUING TO MAKE LONGVIEW GREAT IN 2017 After analyzing Longview’s economic environment, strengths and weaknesses, and the needs of the business community, we are proud to present our Strategic Initiatives for

Leading Longview. R.E.A.C.H. is a five-year initiative to promote our assets, strengthen our existing businesses and business opportunities, and significantly

Leading Longview. R.E.A.C.H. Longview needs to ensure the next wave of economic

improve the economic future for all who

progress. We recognize that our local economy will need to rely on attracting new

call the Longview Area home.

employers and enticing existing businesses to fuel growth. Businesses of all sizes will need to be bold and entrepreneurial to seize growth opportunities. The Longview Chamber is committed to being a driving force and reaching out to other partners

ADVOCACY

in our region and state to develop an environment that cultivates

Represent the interests of the business

business growth and increased economic opportunities.

community at the local, state, and federal levels by advocating for issues of importance to economic and business development.

R.E.A.C.H. REDEVELOPMENT Work with other stakeholders in Longview and the City’s Comprehensive Plan to aid in the transformation of underutilized areas of our community.

E D U C AT I O N Seek new and innovative ideas that improve access to basic and

BUSINESS ATTRACTION AND RETENTION Continue to target to fill retail and commercial gaps. Work with existing businesses to ensure they continue to thrive in the Longview Area and provide employment opportunities for the county’s citizens.

IMPROVE PERCEPTIONS

advanced educational opportunities with the cradle to career collective

Collaborate with other organizations to

impact to help our citizens reach their potential and become skilled

attract and retain a skilled workforce by

contributors to our highly educated workforce.

leveraging Longview’s assets.

ADVOCACY

ENHANCE VALUE FOR SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURS

Advocate for legislation that promotes business and industry, economic development, job creation and community quality of life at the local, state, and federal levels of government.

C O L L A B O R AT I O N Seek to play an increasing role in bringing stakeholders to the table

Promote innovative practices, new business formation, and opportunities for business growth.

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agencies, government and employers work in concert to build a

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Longview’s parks, including the state of the art Lear Park Athletic Complex, will give you the home field advantage every time. Kidsview Playground and Jack Mann Splash Pad are conveniently located for maximum family fun!

To enjoy the benefit of a successful tournament in East Texas, make the right play in Longview today.

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ART MUSEUM for All

By Kimberly Fish / Photo by Bryan Boyd

Longview Museum of Fine Arts, an artistic venture begun by the Junior League of Longview in 1958, has grown into one of Texas’ jewel boxes for modern and regional art, with over 700 pieces in

The fun Night at the Museum annual fundraiser was replaced in 2016 with Magic & Mayhem, a Museum Masquerade held off premises due to the ever-growing crowd. The 2016 Art of George Rodrigue – A Retrospective, otherwise known as the ”Blue Dog” exhibit, brought visitors from across the nation and exposed a

its permanent collection. Under colorfully lit awnings in Longview’s Tyler Street corridor, the repurposed facility has also been a temporary home to nationally treasured touring exhibits, the annual Holiday Tea Room & Market, Breakfasts with Santa, spooky art

new generation to the powerful medium of southern art. The cool, modern interior is ideal for wandering the curated rooms losing stress to the strokes of master painters and sculptors, or for jazzy evening events designed to stimulate thinking and appreciate the artistic talents of our current age. For more information and a calendar of events, visit www.lmfa.org.

shows, unplugged style music sessions with artists from jazz, pop and blues, showcase events from regional artists, a plethora of art classes, quarterly family days, yoga sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon, corporate meetings, fundraisers of every stripe, and some of the classiest

The Permanent Collection includes drawings, intaglio, paintings, photographs, pottery,

weddings this side of the Sabine.

lithographs, serigraphs, sculpture, woodblock

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and works-on-paper.

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Dr. Bussey created the now famous “balloon glow,” and the grounded balloon light-up (a controlled firing of the gas burners that make the balloons rise) has been copied all over the world.

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The Great Texas BALLOON Race Seeing hot air balloons drift across the skyline creates a fantastical sense of escape, even for those whose feet are firmly planted on the ground. There’s something adventurous,

Dr. Bussey was inducted into the National U.S. Ballooning Hall of Fame in 2016, and had previously been inducted into the Texas Aviation Hall of Fame and the Ark-La-Tex Sports Museum of Champions. This world-class competition features sport and special shaped balloons and covers

sentimental, and even a bit romantic about the magic of floating on the air currents, going where the wind takes you. The Great Texas Balloon Race, founded by local dentist Dr. Bill Bussey in 1977, has grown from a local gathering of friends to an

a three-day weekend every summer, from dawn to dusk.

When the hot air balloons aren’t competing in races or key grabs, there are a variety of activities to entertain audiences on the ground. Aircraft flights, plane demonstrations, skydivers and great musical entertainment anchor the weekend. There’s always a special “kids land,” craft

international competition known as the longest running hot air

vendors, and fabulous food. Based at the East Texas

balloon event in Texas, now celebrating forty years of flight.

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Regional airport, details for the event are located at

Gregg County Historical Museum Long a fixture in the downtown marketplace, the Gregg County Historical Museum resides within a historic bank building with a colorful past. Several permanent and new exhibits enthrall guests with the booms and busts of a town built by the railroad and put on the international map because of oil. With a heritage begun

by Indians and expanded by settlers, the story of Longview is both rich in mysteries as well as blessed by the generosity of the human spirit. To learn more about GCHM and its events, lectures, fundraisers, and traveling exhibits visit the museum or its website. www.gregghistorical.org

Christmas at the Courthouse The Gregg County Courthouse becomes an electrical theatre featuring expansive light displays during the Christmas season with two weekends dedicated to downtown holiday fun. The Longview AMBUCS Christmas Parade, a Main Street Event, leads a long and impressive fleet of floats, antique cars, marching bands, and independent displays along the brick streets of Methvin and Whaley. This family-friendly event is a local tradition and happens

Landmarks of Longview Tour

the first Thursday in December. www.visitlongviewtexas.com

During September of each year, several homes and/or businesses of architectural significance are open to the public for a two-day tour benefiting the Gregg County Historical Museum.

Always interesting, with a glimpse into the stories of many of the places distinctive to our local culture, the tour provides an opportunity for an easy day spent in homes that have, or will have, an impact on our community’s history. www.gregghistorical.org

Dalton Days A family-friendly event recapturing the drama and nail-biting frenzy of one of

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Longview’s most iconic pages of history,

World of Wonders

the infamous bank heist by the Bill

WOW is Longview’s creative, imaginative, and exploratory

Dalton Gang. Recreated on a blocked off

discovery center for children. Begun as a “museum without

portion of Fredonia Street, and coupled

walls” and using traveling exhibits, the center renovated the

with a fair-styled afternoon of activities,

Texas Furniture location downtown. The City’s first hands-on

Dalton Days brings the bang and pop

discovery center designed to reveal Longview’s career and

excitement that professional actors create when putting Longview

technology elements through interactive play opened in August

citizens in peril, and all straight from local history.

of last year. To stay in touch with the fun and child-friendly

www.gregghistorical.org

progress, visit www.longviewwow.org for more details.

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Pat George Mitchell believed ballet should be accessible to everyone, and she has spent her life developing the talents of young dancers and creating memorable ballets.

Lindy Haines Photography

Longview Ballet Theatre is dedicated to enhancing our community by combining beauty, skill, and vision to create innovative and inspiring performances for local audiences. For more than 36 years, Pat George Mitchell, founder and artistic director, has developed the talent of local dancers, several of whom have auditioned and been accepted into renowned programs across the nation. LBT’s annual performances have been a marriage between company members and world class professional

PRCA Rodeo The Greggton Rotary Longview PRCA Rodeo is one of the hottest tickets in town. Fans say it’s one of the most popular bull-riding, calf-roping, bareback-riding, saddle-bronc-riding, stick-horseracing, clown-dodging rodeos ever to stir up dust at the Longview Fairgrounds. The Rotarians say it’s just good, family fun. The Longview (Greggton) Rotary hosts this annual spring-time event

dancers performing such classics as Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, Peter Pan, and George Balanchine’s Serenade. www.longviewballet.com

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to the delight of rodeo fans of all ages, and, as their primary fundraiser, allows the Rotary to give $30,000-$50,000 back to the community in support of local non-profit organizations. www.longviewrodeo.com

Downtown Live!

Invigorating the downtown area during the spring and fall are music events known as Downtown Live! Picking the best weathersensitive dates in the season, organizers offer local music in conjunction with a great family fun feel. With food trucks and tieins to other events, it’s free entertainment everyone can enjoy. www.longviewtexas.com

Annual LeTourneau Car Show The LeTourneau University Automotive Society presents their annual Car Show with proceeds benefiting missions around the world.

ArtsView Children’s Theatre

www.letu.edu/_StudentLife.org

ArtsView Children’s Theatre, established in 2004, is committed to a progressive theatre arts education and outreach program for area children. It provides children’s programs as a way to educate tomorrow’s audiences about the joys of the performing and visual arts. It also nurtures the development of the performing arts in our community through education, and it creates, produces, and performs works that engage the entire family. Productions, summer camps, workshops, after school classes, and seminars are offered throughout the year. www.artsviewchildrenstheatre.com Bryan Boyd

Rockers, Riders and Ribs New to the Longview events scene, this multi-faceted party sets up a perfect October Saturday for live music, scenic rides, food shopping, biker games, kids zones, beer garden, and something called a “Globe of Death” – which needs to be seen to be understood. Recent events have included performances by the Georgia Satellites and the Marshall Tucker Band. www.rockersridersribs.com

ArtWalk Longview Several times a year, downtown galleries and businesses stay open late and exhibit art on the sidewalks for an after-hours

Harvest Festival and Crawfish Boil

venue designed to showcase local art and artisans. ArtWalk

The largest show of its kind in east Texas, Cooperative Extension

provides an urban environment where many retail stores prop

Office junior livestock show and sale is the highlight of the year

open the front door and offer special purchases to complement

for area 4H and FFA members.

the live music and restaurant hopping. It’s family and pet-friendly

www.harvestfestivallivestockshow.com

fun. www.artwalklongview.com

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East Texas Symphonic Band The East Texas Symphonic Band (ETSB), founded in 1988, is a volunteer wind symphony made up of area musicians under the direction of conductor Dr. James Snowden. Its music spans the entire gamut of symphonic wind literature with a high emphasis on outstanding local musicians as soloists, both vocal and instrumental. The season typically consists of three formal concerts at LeTourneau University’s Belcher Performing Arts Center and an informal summer outdoor “Pops in the Park” concert at Teague Park Amphitheatre. www.etsymphonicband.com

LeTourneau University’s S.E. Belcher Chapel and Performing Arts Center In it’s 10th season of offering quality entertainment to the Longview area, the Belcher Performing Arts Center offers a concert series, special events, a family and school series, and a performance series, to categorize the variety of national and regional acts that are hosted at LETU. With a spring season that includes Chubby Checker, Jeanne Robertson, and Futurist Adam Trent, there’s a variety of musical and comic programs to appeal to everyone. With an acoustic environment that is second to none, the

Neal McCoy’s East Texas Angel Network Benefit Concert Longview resident and country singing star, Neal McCoy, invites his celebrity friends to an annul September concert to raise funds for children with serious illness. Always an

Belcher Performing Arts Center has become a gem to the East Texas area for its affordable and unique programming options. View performance dates and ticket options at www.belchercenter.com.

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anticipated autumn event, Neal revs up the show with fun and good times and the result gives back to his fans, but ultimately to the children close to his heart. www.easttexasangelnetwork.com

Longview Symphony The fully professional Longview Symphony continues a more than 40 year tradition of providing classical orchestral music to Longview patrons. Pre-concert educational lectures are held prior to each event and guest artists and soloists perform each year. The symphony’s guild, Ovation!, raises funds for the symphony through Bach’s Lunches, a lunchtime organ recital in various downtown churches, an Artistry and

Texas Shakespeare Festival

Architecture tour in April, and their Mardi Gras Celebration in

Located just a stone’s throw from the city limits is one of the

February. The symphony also holds annual children’s concerts

nation’s premiere summer Shakespeare festivals. Hosted by

for area fourth graders. Master classes with guest artists and

Kilgore College, this renowned summer tradition brings a variety

orchestra soloists are held for qualifying high school and college

of high caliber stage productions and gifted actors to a local

students. www.longviewsymphony.org

platform. From The Queen’s Tea to meet and greets with the actors, this is a fun and affordable departure from ordinary entertainment. www.texasshakespeare.com

Zonta Antiques Show and Sale A perennial favorite for antique hunters of all stripes, this event typically draws more than 40 jewelry, carpets, and furniture

TBone Walker Blues Fest

vendors to the Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center. One

Take a down-home atmosphere, mix in living legend blues

of the longest running antiques shows in East Texas, it also hosts

artists, add music fans from across the globe, sprinkle with

a tearoom and its famous Pie Bar. Sponsored by the Zonta Club

a car and cycle show, add a dash of total East Texas spin,

of Greater East Texas. www.zontalongview.clubexpress.com

and you have the recipe for one of the best music venues in the state. Originally begun in Linden, Texas, this blues fest

Women in Longview Day (WILD)

relocated to Longview and sets a full slate of summer music and

A multi-faceted, one day event with guest speakers designed to

entertainment at the Maude Cobb Activity Center.

uplift and inform women who are interested in making Longview

www.tbonewalkerblues.com

better while celebrating those who do. www.womeninlongview.org

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Theatre Longview Gushing with great music, the Theatre Longview Company brings unique musical entertainment to Longview via several performances a year.

With diverse musical genres from Broadway to symphony, regional artists perform concerts covering opera/operetta, musical theatre, gospel and oratorio. www.theatrelongview.com

Movie Night at Heritage Plaza This free event invites everyone to downtown’s Heritage Plaza to watch a big-screen projected movie, enjoy the ambiance, savor the food trucks, and enjoy a new twist on the idea of going to the movies. www.visitlongviewtexas.com

Freeze Your Fanny Bike Tour This annual February bicycle tour is a fundraiser for Special Olympics and takes place no matter how cold the weather.

Participants willingly

Historic Longview Farmer’s Market Under white pop-up tents, regional and organic farmers offer

“freeze their fannies” for the opportunity for bragging rights when

vegetables, herbs, eggs, and specialty items for purchase. The

they’ve completed the Tour-de-East-Texas. Also includes a 10K

HLFM has a permanent station in the parking lot at High and

run which begins at Doris McQueen Primary School.

Cotton Streets on a seasonal schedule. Starting early on Saturday

www.freezeyourfanny.com

mornings, the 7:30-10:00 a.m. schedule has at times included live music, cooking demonstrations, and crafts. During the season a second market opens on Wednesday mornings at the Institute for Healthy Living on Hawkins Parkway. www.historiclongviewfarmersmarket.com

Cinco de Mayo Celebration Like many in the state, Longview celebrates

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great history with a great fiesta. This one,

Juneteenth Celebration and Dance

held every May at Maude Cobb Convention

A parade, a dance, and a rodeo are among the many fun

and Activity Center, shakes the party with an

activities planned each June for this historic occasion, but the

East Texas marimba. In addition to the great

most anticipated aspect of the Emancipation Celebration is

food and music, there’s also a car show and a

the annual Freedom 5K Fun Run, hosted by the Broughton

beauty pageant.

Recreation Center. www.longviewtexas.gov

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Gregg County Fair The Longview Jaycees prepare a weeklong, old-fashioned county fair with carnival rides, games, music, petting zoos, cotton candy, and corny dogs. Always in mid-September, the cooler temperatures bring out families and everyone enjoys the variety of good clean fun. www.greggcountyfair.com

East Texas Boat and RV Show Every winter, outdoor enthusiasts descend on Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center for the highly anticipated East Texas Boat and RV Show, the largest boat and travel show east of I-35. With 30,000 square feet at their disposal, exhibitors show

The Battle of Ft. Crawford and Gum Springs Heritage Festival Experience the everyday life of a Civil War soldier in this annual reenactment of the Battle of Ft. Crawford. Sanctioned by the Cleburne Division and hosted by the 26th Louisiana Infirmary. www.battleoffortcrawford.co

off the latest and greatest in the field of watercrafts, recreational vehicles, and fishing and camping accessories. The Hayes RV Center Adventure Camp gives kids a hands-on outdoor living and demonstration experience. www.longviewchamber.com/events/boat-rv-show

Longview Kennel Club All-Breed Dog Show Dog breeds from 38 states, Mexico, and Canada compete in the two-day, two-show Longview Kennel Club License All Breed Dog Show at Maude Cobb Convention and Activity Center. This exciting and well-mannered, AKC-sanctioned event is great entertainment for

Fireworks and Freedom Celebration

children and adults. www.longviewkennelclub.org

The City of Longview hosts a blow out Fourth of July party complete with entertainment, amusement park-type rides,

Though it is impossible to list every event, several community organizations

food and beverages, a big-name concert, and the never-to-be

create interesting and beneficial fundraisers throughout the year, and each

missed fireworks show. The Patriotic Pup Show is also a crowd

one is an opportunity to support a worthy cause, mingle with neighbors, and

favorite. Free to the public, the event is held at the Maude Cobb

have some good ol’ East Texas fun. Please consult the Longview Community

Convention and Activity Center.

Calendar website for a complete calendar and links to event organizers.

www.longviewtexas.gov/2394/Fireworks-and-Freedom-Celebration

www.LongviewTexasEvents.com or www.artslongview.com

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5121 N. McCann Rd. • 903-663-4653 j2 ALPINE GOLF CLUB FM 2208 & Smelley Rd. • 903-753-4515 j3 ALPINE TARGET 9-HOLE – LIGHTED 2695 Alpine Rd. • 903-753-1415 j4 THE CHALLENGE AT OAK FOREST 2044 Oak Forest Country Club Dr. • 903-297-3932 j5 PINECREST COUNTRY CLUB j1 WOOD HOLLOW GOLF CLUB

214 Club Dr. • 903-758-5566

HOSPITALS

h1 GOOD SHEPHERD MEDICAL CENTER 700 E. Marshall Ave. • 903-315-2000

h2 LONGVIEW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 2901 N. Fourth St. • 903-758-1818

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HIGH SCHOOL n1 L201ONGVIEW E. Tomlinson (Loop 281) OREST PARK MAGNET SCHOOL n2 F1644 N. Eastman Rd. OSTER MIDDLE SCHOOL n3 F 1504 MLK Blvd.

JUDSON MIDDLE SCHOOL n4 5745 Judson Rd. HIGH SCHOOL n5 P 1005INEW.TREE Fairmont St. PINE TREE JR. HIGH SCHOOL n6 2100 NW Loop 281 MIDDLE SCHOOL n7 P 600INEPineTREE Tree Pkwy.

SPRING HILL SCHOOLS n8 3101 Spring Hill Rd. HALLSVILLE SCHOOLS n9 210 S. Green St. - Hallsville

HIGHER EDUCATION

LONGVIEW UNIVERSITY CENTER n1 U3201T TYLERN. Eastman Rd. – Hwy. 259 N. COLLEGE LONGVIEW n2 K300ILGORE S. High St. n3 L ETOURNEAU UNIVERSITY and S. E. BELCHER, JR. CHAPEL AND PERFORMANCE CENTER 2100 S. Mobberly Ave.

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PARKS

AKIN PARK 414 Delwood Dr. SB BROUGHTON PARK SA

801 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

CARGILL LONG PARK E. Marshall Ave. & N. Fourth St. SD GUTHRIE/ROTARY SC

PARK Glencrest & Johnston St.

HINSLEY PARK 3101 N. US Hwy. 259 SF INGRAM PARK 10th St. at Pine St. SG J ULIEANNA PARK 906 Reel Rd. SH L OIS JACKSON PARK SE

Bill Owens Pkwy. at Jenny St.

MCWHORTER PARK Toler Rd. at NW Loop 281 SJ R OLLINS PARK SI

STAMPER PARK Fair St. at Boyd St. SL TEAGUE PARK American Legion Blvd.

SM TIMPSON PARK 500 Timpson St. SN WILLOW PARK 301 E. Birdsong St. SO LONGVIEW SK

SWIM CENTER 1001 W. Fairmont St.

LEAR SPORTS COMPLEX & K IDSVIEW

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A UNIQUE FAMILY PLAYGROUND

H.G. Mosley Pkwy. & FM 1845

PAUL BOORMAN TRAIL Hwy. 80 to Fairmont St. SR SPRING HILL PARK SQ

& NEAL MCCOY PLAYGROUND Fenton Rd. off George Richey Rd.

705 Ethyl St.

RECREATION CENTERS

PAULA MARTIN JONES 1 BROUGHTON REC 3 H H CENTER REC CENTER

801 MLK Blvd.

GREEN ST. REC 2 H CENTER

1230 B S. High St.

(SENIOR ADULT)

814 S. Green St.

POINTS OF INTEREST

MTRAK lA ATRAIN DEPOT

Pacific & S. Mobberly Ave.

REYHOUND lB GBUS DEPOT

Pacific & S. Mobberly Ave.

l EAST TEXAS C

REGIONAL AIRPORT TX Hwy. 322

l LONGVIEW CHAMBER D

OF COMMERCE 410 N. Center St.

LONGVIEW MALL l Loop 281 at McCann Rd. THE VILLAGE l SHOPPING CENTER Judson Rd. & Hollybrook Dr.

J.R. CURTIS GARDEN l • FOR THE BLIND

• MAUDE COBB

ACTIVITY CENTER

• FAIRGROUNDS & RODEO ARENA 100 Grand Blvd.

LONGVIEW TOWNE l CENTER

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N East Texas Regional Airport 6 Miles South of I-20

Downtown

1 One Hundred Acres Historical l of Heritage - 1870 Markers are located at l 2 Kelly Plow Company each number.

3 Timber - The First Industry Follow the l markers on l 4 King Cotton the downtown 5 First Baptist Church map and learn l how Longview’s l When Mule Power 6 destiny was

shaped by these events.

Moved People

7 Then Came the Railroad l 8 The Discovery Wells l 9 From Subsistence to l Cash Crops

One Hundred Acres of Heritage

Downtown Points of Interest A Gregg County l Historical Museum

B Longview Museum of Fine Arts l C Heritage Plaza l D Gregg County Courthouse l E City of Longview Offices l and Public Library

F Longview Chamber l of Commerce

10 Banking - The Final Ingredient l 11 First United Methodist Church l

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LONGVIEW UNITED Within the city limits are numerous, proactive organizations designed to help those in need. Please consult this partial list for volunteer opportunities and extend your heart and helping hands across the greater Longview area.

American Cancer Society (903) 234-0200 The American Cancer Society provides assistance by loaning medical equipment, securing medical transportation as needed, and assisting during medical treatments.

American Heart Association (903) 452-7524 The mission of the AHA is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke, and to help prevent, treat and defeat Heart disease and stroke – America’s #1 and #3 killers.

American Red Cross (903) 753-2091 www.redcrosslongview.org The East Texas Piney Woods Chapter of the American Red Cross provides relief to victims of local disasters and helps residents prevent and prepare for and respond to emergencies.

Crisis & Volunteer Opportunities

Chosen Child Adoption Services (214) 865-9875 (24-hr birth parent text line) (214) 383-3551 (office) www.chosenchildtx.org Chosen Child Adoption Services is a full-service professional agency that ministers to each member of the adoption triad and helps each of its clients toward reaching a positive and healthy emotional, physical, and spiritual future.

Community Connections (903) 297-2215 A non-profit resource center.

Community Healthcore (903) 758-2471 www.communityhealthcore.com Community Healthcore serves thousands of children and adults each year for problems associated with mental health, retardation and substance abuse issues through special programs devoted to helping people lead lives of dignity and independence.

Deaf Action Center (903) 553-9655 www.dactexas.org The Deaf Action Center is dedicated to removing the barriers that exist for the deaf or hard of hearing through a series of comprehensive services.

has served the Longview community for over 40 years.

East Texas Council of Governments (903) 984-8641 www.etcog.org East Texas Council of Governments provides services authorized by the Older Americans Act, including senior nutrition, home-delivered meals, transportation, benefit counseling, legal assistance, ombudsmen, caregiver support, emergency response system, and other services.

East Texas Food Bank (903) 597-3663 www.etexfoodbank.org East Texas Food Bank provides food and grocery products to member agencies that serve the needy.

East Texas Literacy Council (903) 757-9302 www.eastexasliteracycouncil.org The East Texas Literacy Council, affiliated with ProLiteracy America, works to increase reading, writing and communication skills of Gregg County adults.

D.O.R.S. Youth Transition Center (903) 803-0100 www.dorsytc.org In partnership with Longview Independent School District’s LEAD Academy, D.O.R.S. Youth Transition Center can maximize its services to at-risk and homeless youth. It is the only youth transition center in Longview.

East Texas Treatment Center (903) 984-5571 www.ettctx.org The East Texas Treatment Center is a Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facility (CORF) with the purpose of restoring our patients to their highest possible level of independence within the limits of their disability by providing quality therapy services.

East Texas Angel Network (903) 297-9000 www.eastexasangelnetwork.com The East Texas Angel Network provides financial assistance to families of children with life-threatening or serious illness; child must be approved before age 18.

Friends of Partners in Prevention (903) 237-1019 Partners in Prevention is a community organization designed to intercede in the prevention of addictive substance abuse through education and mentoring campaigns.

Boys and Girls Club of Gregg County (903) 234-9130 www.bgcgregg.com The Boys and Girls Club of Gregg County offers youth in Longview a positive alternative to the streets.

East Texas CASA (903) 753-8093 easttexascasa.org Making a Difference in the Lives of Children – East Texas CASA will create a positive future for abused and neglected children by recruiting and training highly qualified volunteers to ensure the safety, protection, and permanent placement of children.

Girl Scouts of Tejas Council (903) 526-2007 www.girlscouts.org Girl Scouts is dedicated to building character in girls and skills for success.

Buckner Children and Family Services (903) 757-9383 www.bucknerchildren.org A Christian ministry devoted to protecting children, promoting independence, and building strong families.

East Texas Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (903) 753-7633 www.etcada.com The East Texas Council on Alcoholism and Abuse is a United Way agency that

Arc of Gregg County (903) 753-0723 www.arcofgreggco.org The Arc of Gregg County is committed to expanding opportunities for people with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.

Because I Care (903) 759-3349 www.bictexas.org A volunteer recruitment group which supports the BE THE MATCH Registry for marrow donors.

Boy Scouts of America (903) 597-7201 The Boy Scouts of America – East Texas Area Council instills values in youth and enables them to make ethical choices throughout their lives.

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Gregg County Self Advocates (903) 753-0723 www.arcofgreggco.org Texas Advocacy provides training to its members on self-advocacy, selfdetermination, self-directed planning and activities. The Gregg County Self Advocates membership is made up of individuals dealing with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.

Goodwill Industries (903) 593-8438 www.texasgoodwills.org Goodwill’s philosophy is to serve anyone who needs assistance.

Hannah House Maternity Home (903) 238-5351 www.plministries.org Hannah House Maternity Home is a place of new beginnings for a woman in an unplanned pregnancy and seeks to equip her with the skills and tools necessary to make the best decisions for her and her child.

Hiway 80 Rescue Mission (903) 759-9875 www.hiway80mission.org Hiway 80 Rescue Mission has offered relief to disadvantaged men through shelter, meals, and training since 1955.

Hope Haven (903) 234-2583 Hope Haven reacts to the emergency needs of women and children with shelter, hot meals and ministry.

House of Disciples Life Recovery Center (903) 553-0952 www.houseofdisciples.com The House of Disciples Life Recovery Center provides housing, food, recreation, spiritual instruction, and life recovery classes through a 12-month discipleship program targeted at the homeless or those struggling with addictions.

Junior Achievement of East Texas (903) 297-2202 www.longview.ja.org Junior Achievment educates and inspires young people to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of their lives.

Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center (903) 297-PETS (7387) www.longviewtexas.gov\animals The Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center works to return lost animals to their owners, provide shelter and care to lost or unwanted animals, and find new homes for adoptable pets.

Longview Child Development Center (903) 758-3861 The Longview Child Development Center provides quality, affordable childcare to income eligible families.

Longview Community Ministries (903) 753-3561 www.longviewcommunityministries.org Longview Community Ministries enables local congregations and community groups to assist persons in need through six major programs.

Longview Habitat for Humanity (903) 236-0900 www.longviewhabitat.org Longview Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit ecumenical Christian organization that builds decent, affordable houses for those eligible.

Longview Interfaith Hospitality Network (903) 234-8343 Longview Interfaith Hospitality Network provides temporary housing, comprehensive case management and on-going supportive services for families in crisis.

Longview PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving) (903) 371-1060 www.longviewpaws.org Longview PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving) is a non-profit 501©3 dedicated to supporting the Longview Animal Care and Adoption Center through fundraising, community awareness, donation drives, and volunteer recruitment.

Longview Wellness Pointe (903) 758-2610 www.wellnesspointe.com Longview Wellness Pointe offers health care to income eligible participants, specializing in prenatal care, HIV resources and general care.

Newgate Mission (903) 757-6146 www.newgatemission.org Newgate Mission offers relief and recovery to individuals in disadvantaged circumstances.

Parenting Resource Center of East Texas (903) 753-7800 Parenting Resource Center of East Texas is a primary prevention organization which provides parenting classes and advocacy intervention for children.

Real Jobs for Youth (903) 757-7544 www.realjobsforyouthinc.org Promoting inclusive employment opportunities for youth with disabilities, ages 14-29.

Salvation Army (903) 753-4511 www.salvationarmyusa.org The Salvation Army, on a first-come, first-served basis provides food, clothing, lodging, medication, and emergency travel assistance to persons in need.

See Saw Children’s Place (903) 759-1726 www.seesawchildren.org See Saw Children’s Place offers safe and affordable childcare for low-income families, including an after-school program.

Texas Department of Human Services (903) 753-0083 www.hhsc.state.tx.us The Texas Department of Human Services provides Medicaid for deprived children ages 0-18 years, pregnant women and caretakers of deprived children, food stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), job posting for all jobs in the East Texas area, employment, counseling, clothes, education referrals, and burial assistance for indigents.

Thrive360 (903) 238-4696 www.thrive360.net Empowering youth with opportunities to thrive in life by providing a solid foundation built upon the four pillars: intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual.

United Way of Gregg County (903) 758-0191 www.longviewunitedway.org The United Way of Gregg Country is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the community by raising funds and allocating resources for outreach organizations, fostering volunteerism and leadership, and encouraging collaborative efforts to create real and lasting change for the people of Longview.

Windridge Therapeutic Equestrian Center (903) 797-2414 www.windridgetexas.org Windridge Therapeutic Equestrian Center is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of children and adults who face mental, emotional, or physical disabilities, or debilitating life situations.

Women’s Center of East Texas/Hope’s Closet (903) 295-7846 www.wc-et.org The Women’s Center of East Texas provides non-residential assistance to victims of domestic and sexual violence.

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E D U C AT I O N GUIDE

To receive a copy of the 2016-2017 Education Resource Guide, please contact the Longview Chamber of Commerce at 903-237-4000.

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PUBLIC SCHOOLS Gladewater ISD (903) 845-6991 • www.gladewaterisd.com Gladewater ISD administrators, teachers, and staff members, in partnership with students, parents, and community members, are dedicated to helping each student prepare for life-long learning and effective citizenship. GISD has an enrollment of approximately 1850 students in grades PK-12. TEA identified GISD and all campuses with a Met Standard Rating. GISD recently passed a 35-million-dollar bond for two new campuses. In August of 2016 Weldon Elementary and Gladewater Middle School opened. GISD recently spent 1.7 million dollars renovating and updating its stadium area.

Longview ISD (903) 758-1728 • www.lisd.org Longview Independent School District is the largest and most comprehensive district around, with more than 8,400 students and 1,400 staffers. The district offers unparalleled academic and extracurricular opportunities for students from K-12, and is one of the few school districts in the country to offer the International Baccalaureate Programme. LISD is building the biggest Montessori School in the state. Longview High School offers more Pre-AP and Advanced Placement courses than any other school in the area, allowing students to earn college credit. Each year, the district sees an increase in National Merit, GLOBE, and Advanced Placement Scholars.

White Oak ISD (903) 291-2200 • www.woisd.net White Oak ISD is a school district committed to preparing students for Future Ready success. As a member of the Texas High Performing Schools Consortium and East Texas New Vision for education Cohort, the District is focused on the transformation of classroom instruction in an effort to provide a “this century” educational experience for all of our students. Student success in the classroom translates to success in fine arts, academic competition, and athletic contest. White Oak ISD was awarded the UIL Lone Star Cup in 2012 as the overall UIL State Champion in Division 3A and consistently places in the top ten for that trophy each year. White Oak ISD – “A Heritage of Pride, Tradition and Educational Excellence.”

PRIVATE SCHOOLS Christian Heritage School (903) 663-4151 • www.chslongview.com Christian Heritage School was founded upon a tradition of Christian beliefs. Its mission is to provide excellence in classical, Christ-centered, college preparatory education while working together with the home to develop within all students the ability to reason Biblically while equipping them to fulfill their God-given calling in life. We serve 296 students in grades K4-12 and offer a variety of activities in the fine arts, including chorale and strings; as well as sports, including basketball, baseball, football, soccer, tennis, and golf. Come discover the difference of a classical, Christ-centered education!

Pine Tree ISD (903) 295-5000 • www.ptisd.org Pine Tree Independent School District proudly educates students in Longview, Texas with the mission to continue a tradition of excellence by providing a high-quality and challenging educational environment, maximizing opportunities for the success of all students, equipping them to become responsible, involved, and productive citizens. The district, established in 1847, currently consists of six campuses with approximately 4,600 students. Pine Tree ISD offers a variety of specialty courses and activities within a comprehensive, rigorous, and balanced curriculum.

Spring Hill ISD (903) 759-4404 • www.springhill.esc7.net Spring Hill Independent School District, established in 1887, strives to be a premier school district focused on engaging lessons and successful students. As the center of our community, Spring Hill ISD is committed to the fulfillment of each learner’s intellectual, creative and physical potential through the collaborative efforts of exceptional educators, dedicated parents, and integrated rigorous instruction provided in a safe environment. An enrollment of 1,900 students and small class sizes allow us to provide individualized instruction and creative lessons that have helped our district earn the #1 ranking in East Texas for College and Career Readiness. Proud Past, Promising Future.

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The Crisman School (903) 758-9741 • www.crismanschool.org Individualized instruction is used to meet the needs of each student in limited class size. Crisman makes success a reality daily for students with dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, Asperger’s, sensory processing delays, and other related disorders. A strong cultural arts program rounds out the academics taught with multi-sensory, project-based learning approach. Crisman offers a certified staff counselor, shared services for OT, PT, and speech. The Crisman School is a non-profit, 501©(3) accredited by AdvancEd SACS CASI, the largest accrediting body in the world.

East Texas Christian School (903) 757-7891 • www.etcschargers.com East Texas Christian School offers K-4 through 12th grade on its 24-acre campus and provides a course study consistent with the Christian faith. ETCS is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and accredited by the International Christian Accrediting Association (ICAA), recognized by the TEA. The school is affiliated with TCAL and CSAC for athletic, fine arts, and academic competitions. More than 40% of the qualified teaching staff hold masters degrees.

Longview Christian School (903) 297-3501 • www.lcseagles.com Founded in 1982, the educators at Longview Christian School strive to assist Christian families with the training of their children by pursuing excellence in faith and education. LCS offers a traditional K-12 educational program with athletics, fine arts, and drama, all taught from a Biblical worldview. LCS also offers an

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Early Learning Center for children 6 weeks – Pre-K. The campus consists of separate buildings for upper and lower grades, a gym/workout facility, a band hall, a library, and a cafeteria.

Oak Forest Montessori School (903) 297-0634 • www.oakforestschool.com Oak Forest Montessori School serves students eight weeks through Kindergarten and offers an after school program for students Kindergarten through fifth grade. The Montessori environment has been designed to accommodate students of all levels of ability. Each classroom is equipped with an array of sequential materials to be used as tools in learning.

The advantages of individualized instruction are enhanced by curriculum that includes math, language and phonics, sensorial exercises, and practical life activities. Children also receive instruction in motor skills, art history, geography, botany, and science.

St. Mary’s Catholic School (903) 753-1657 • www.stmaryslgv.org At St. Mary’s Catholic School, we partner with parents in forming disciples committed to faith, scholarship, leadership, and service.

St. Mary’s Catholic School provides a nurturing atmosphere for every child through a variety of fine arts, comprehensive athletic programs, gifted and talented enrichment, and dyslexia and reading recovery intervention in a safe, bully-free, Christian environment since 1948. Offering EC – grade 12, our school is fully accredited and our teachers are highly qualified and certified.

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For over 50 years, Trinity School of Texas has been an independent, co-educational day school serving students two years through grade 12. At Trinity each child’s individual interests are encouraged and rewarded, laying the foundation for a lifetime of achievement. The Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools maintains accreditation. A 100% college attendance rate is reached each year, proving that these high standards provide students with success in college placement and the transition to college life.

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East Texas Baptist University (903) 804-ETBU • www.etbu.edu Embracing Faith, Engaging Minds, and Empowering Leaders – this describes the student experience at East Texas Baptist University. The 100-year-old Christian university offers a challenging curriculum in more than 40 areas of study. Students who want to pursue a more intensive learning environment can participate in the University Scholars program. Travel-study opportunities allow students to see the world while working toward their education goals. Graduate programs are offered in business, counseling, teacher education, and religion.

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maintains a proud tradition of progressive leadership and accomplishments. A fully accredited, four-year, private liberal arts college for men and women, Jarvis provides great educational opportunities within the context of the Judeo-Christian tradition. Jarvis awards Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, and Bachelor of Science degrees with a variety of majors and academic concentrations, and also offers dual degree programs.

(903) 753-2642 • www.kilgore.edu/kc-longview Kilgore College-Longview offers college courses designed for transfer to a university, fast-track night class programs designed for working adults to earn an associate degree in two years, and Workforce Education programs designed to prepare students for immediate careers. The college also provides training programs including Adult Education & Literacy, GED preparation classes, ESL classes (free of charge), Continuing Education classes to update job skills, and the Small Business Development Center to counsel, train, and inform small business owners.

LeTourneau University (903) 233-3000 • www.letu.edu LeTourneau University is the premier polytechnic university in the nation where educators engage students to nurture Christian virtue, develop competency and ingenuity in their professional fields, integrate faith and work, and serve the local and global communities. Ranked in the top tier of U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” for over two decades, LETU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs across a wide range of disciplines and delivery models at LETU’s residential campus in Longview, Texas, and in hybrid and fully online options at centers in Dallas, McKinney and Houston.

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Texas State Technical College (888) 382-8782 • www.tstc.edu Texas State Technical College in Marshall provides certificates and associate degrees in 14 technical fields, from Biomedical Equipment Technology to Cyber Security to Industrial Maintenance to Welding Technology. TSTC students can take advantage of on-campus housing, internships with area companies, local scholarships, federal financial assistance, and campus activities. The technical college also works with East Texas companies to improve workers’ skills and with area school districts to offer dual enrollment opportunities.

UT Tyler Longview University Center (903) 663-8100 • www.uttyler.edu/luc The University of Texas at Tyler Longview University Center is home to one of the top nursing programs in the region. BSN students attend traditional face-to-face courses on the Longview campus, which are taught by full-time, fully accredited, on-site faculty members. Industrial technology is the LUC’s newest program and is one of only two accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering in the State of Texas. In addition, the criminal justice program continues to prepare students for a dynamic career in a wide-ranging and growing field. The LUC is an ideal destination for students transferring from regional community colleges. Visit us on Facebook.

Vista College (903) 704-0544 • www.VistaCollege.edu Vista College Longview provides students with training that prepares them for entry-level positions in a wide number of vocations. Programs include lectures and hands-on training and practice in spacious labs, with most programs providing externships with local employers. Educational programs offered include Business, Medical Assisting, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding, Cosmetology, HVAC, and Dental Assisting. Most of the programs are 10 months long with successful, full-time enrollment. Although Vista College does not guarantee employment, its Career Services department assists graduates with job searches to obtain employment in their fields of study.

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Longview University Center The University of Texas at Tyler is now bringing its highly successful industrial technology program, also known as “applied engineering” to its Longview campus.

A bachelor’s degree in industrial technology prepares students for a wide variety of management oriented technical professions. Graduates find positions as a plant manager, inventory manager, technical sales representative, production supervisor, procurement manager, project engineer, safety manager, and industrial engineer.

Nearly 100% of graduates find jobs in the industrial technology field immediately following graduation or are accepted to graduate school.

Graduates are employed with leading companies in East Texas and across the United States such as Trane Inc., AAON, Inc., Chicago Bridge and Iron, Chevron, Lockheed Martin and Eastman Chemical.

Students receive practical experience working with the CAD system, state-of-the-art computer technology, CNC milling machines and metal lathes to create prototypes and participate in other projects.

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