Two Employees Hold Master Code Professional Designation

Longview’s Building Inspection division is home to two of the world’s highest credentialed building safety code professionals.

Dennis Williams, building inspector master, and Terri Russell, plans examiner, have both received designation as a Master Code Pr...

Chief Appointed to Chair State Fire Commission

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Longview Fire Department Chief J.P. Steelman as chairman of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the...

Temporary Lane Closure on Hawkins Parkway at Good Shepherd Way

Weather permitting, beginning April 5, Hawkins Parkway, at the intersection of Good Shepherd Way, will be temporarily closed to eastbound, right lane traffic and westbound, right lane traffic between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.  Temporary lane closur...

City Facilities, Pavilions Available for Rental

City of Longview facilities and pavilions are now available for rental, following Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order GA-34, which lifted occupancy and operating limits on business and establishments across the state. However, event hosts a...

Longview Plans 150th Birthday Celebration

On Monday, May 17, 2021 the City of Longview will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the adoption of its official charter.  Longview residents are invited to join in the fun with mini-celebrations across the City.

“Instead of having one big party,...

Apply for Mayor Mack's Scholarship

The City of Longview is accepting applications for Mayor Andy Mack’s scholarship. Graduating seniors from Longview, Pine Tree, Spring Hill and Hallsville High Schools who are residents of Longview are eligible to apply for this one-time, $2,000 ...

COVID-19 Vaccination Hub - What to know

The vaccination mega clinic at the Longview Exhibit Center continues to provide doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to residents across East Texas.

Registrations are ongoing at Vaccinate.ChristusHealth.org.

An appointment is required. However, in the event that s...

UPDATE - Candidates File for May Election

A general election for City of Longview for Mayor and City Council Districts 1 and 2 will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Candidates filed applications for a place on the ballot for Mayor, District 1 and 2 between Jan. 13 and Feb. 12.  

As of 5 ...

Adams, Greenwaldt Named 2021 Unity Honorees

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The City of Longview Partners in Prevention’s Unity and Diversity Committee announces Mrs. Shalonda Adams and Mr. Carroll Greenwaldt as the 2021 Unity Honors recipients.  The Unity Honors is a lifetime achieveme...

Municipal Court Offers Warrant Amnesty Program

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The Longview Municipal Court is offering a warrant amnesty program from Jan. 1 through April 30, 2021. Anyone with an active outstanding warrant through the court is encouraged to take this opportunity to save some money and get a fr...

Chief Appointed to Chair State Fire Commission

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Longview Fire Department Chief J.P. Steelman as chairman of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the...

LPL Loves Local!

Look, we HATE to postpone Chautauqua for this year, but we’re still taking precautions to be part of a safe and healthy community!

Instead, let’s take this time to show our local businesses some love!After all, Chautauqua is about the s...

Virtual Gardening: Seed Propagation

Carla is back to show and tell us how to propagate and grow seedlings for a successful spring garden!

Starting April 12 there will be a limited supply of seed kits available for pickup at the front desk during business hours, or via Curbside Library Pickup...

Subjects From the Shelves: Beekeeping

Our shelves and databases offer TONS of access to free knowledge.So we’ve decided to start highlighting some of these various subjects in our new series: Subjects From the Shelves! 

This month: Beekeeping!

Join us on April 24 at 10:30 AM ...

Writer's Workshop Online

Get some one-on-one help and a fresh set of eyes for your writing pieces!

Writer’s Workshop is now by appointment only, but available all month long to fit your schedule! Meetings are conducted online (email, ZOOM & Google Meet), or can be ar...

Convention Complex Welcomes Gai Bennett as Event Coordinator

The Longview Convention Complex welcomes Gai Bennett as the new Event Coordinator. In her new role, Bennett will serve as the primary point of contact for residents and organizations reserving, planning, and hosting events at the Longview Convention Compl...

COVID-19 Vaccination Hub - What to know

The vaccination mega clinic at the Longview Exhibit Center continues to provide doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to residents across East Texas.

Registrations are ongoing at Vaccinate.ChristusHealth.org.

An appointment is required. However, in the event that s...

City Facilities, Pavilions Available for Rental

City of Longview facilities and pavilions are now available for rental, following Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order GA-34, which lifted occupancy and operating limits on business and establishments across the state. However, event hosts are encoura...

Registration Open for Learn To Swim Classes

Registration is now open for Longview's Learn to Swim classes for Summer 2021.

The City of Longview offers an Infant & Toddler Aquatic Program, a Preschool Aquatic Program, and Learn-to-Swim Levels 1-6 for children 6 years old and older throug...

City Facilities, Pavilions Available for Rental

City of Longview facilities and pavilions are now available for rental, following Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order GA-34, which lifted occupancy and operating limits on business and establishments across the state. However, event hosts are encoura...

Adams, Greenwaldt Named 2021 Unity Honorees

The City of Longview Partners in Prevention’s Unity and Diversity Committee announces Mrs. Shalonda Adams and Mr. Carroll Greenwaldt as the 2021 Unity Honors recipients.  The Unity Honors is a lifetime achievement award that recognizes ...

Temporary Lane Closure on Hawkins Parkway at Good Shepherd Way

Weather permitting, beginning March 24, Hawkins Parkway, at the intersection of Good Shepherd Way, will be temporarily closed to eastbound, right lane traffic between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.  Temporary lane closures will continue for several weeks to a...

DEADLINE APPROACHING

The City of Longview is accepting applications for Mayor Andy Mack’s scholarship. Graduating seniors from Longview, Pine Tree, Spring Hill and Hallsville High Schools who are residents of Longview are eligible to apply for this one-time, $2,000 scholarshi...

CONGRATULATIONS CHIEF

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Longview Fire Department Chief J.P. Steelman as chairman of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the...

GET A FRESH START

Clear up your outstanding warrants and save money during the Warrant Amnesty Program. LongviewTexas.gov/WarrantAmnesty

CONGRATULATIONS CHIEF

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Longview Fire Department Chief J.P. Steelman as chairman of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Longview Fire Department Chief J.P. Steelman as chairman of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

The Commission develops and enforces statewide fire service standards and provides education and assistance to the...

GET A FRESH START

Clear up your outstanding warrants and save money during the Warrant Amnesty Program. LongviewTexas.gov/WarrantAmnesty