Sunday, April 26, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

What the bond builds: Construction is underway on four Longview ISD buildings, including a natatorium and a CTE center honoring James Paul Brewer, with most projects expected to be finished by end of 2027 -- see what's planned and when.

Community voices shape redesign: Longview advances the $2.6 million Bring Teague Park Back project after long-delayed federal funding, adding an inclusive playground, entryway and trails, and inviting families and disability advocates to shape plans -- see how to get involved.

Officer safety upgrades underway: Longview police will install bullet resistant glass in patrol cars, funded by over $118,000 from the Texas Governor’s Office after last May’s close call when a bullet pierced a windshield -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably overpaying (especially if you rack up fewer miles than you used to). It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching to a safe-driver-low-mileage plan with Lemonade could save you up to $1,000 over the next year without downgrading from full coverage. I drive a few times a week and went from paying hundreds to ~$60 a month for the exact same policy -- see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Noodle night upgrade: If this week needs a comfort reset, Pho Saigon Noodle Soup & Grill serves steaming phở with all the fixings, crisp bún bowls, stir fries, and grilled rice plates that don’t skimp on flavor. Toss in extra basil, pair it with Vietnamese iced coffee, and call it self care.

Spotlight on young talent: Longview’s own ArtsView Children's Theatre turns local kids into show-stealers, with productions that are charming, funny, and way better than your living room reenactments. Grab tickets with a friend, cheer loudly, and leave with that feel-good, community glow that lasts through Monday.

Your next pint spot: Need a little local reset this week? Oil Horse Brewing Company, LLC keeps the taps rotating with handcrafted, gluten-reduced beers and a friendly, family vibe that feels like Longview in a glass. Easy place to meet neighbors, try something new, and call it a week well spent.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

🌕 Kelli Grant @ Kokomo Theatre | Friday (5/1) at 8:00 AM – Think the full moon is only for werewolves? Under the stars, Kokomo Theatre’s party brings Kelli Grant, Queen of Swing, saluting the women who run the soundtrack and screen, with tributes to rock, Motown, an Alien Queen, and a tender nod to Patsy Cline.

🏃 Ice Out ALS 2nd Annual 5K & Walk @ Flugers Outdoors | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and join Ice Out ALS 5K and walk starting at Flugers Outdoors in Longview. Run it, stroll it, or supervise from a stroller, then channel inner 2014 and do the Ice Bucket Challenge for Ben Reynolds, community, and cause.

🎨 Paint a Keepsake @ McCoy's Building Supply | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Swing by McCoy’s with the kids to paint wooden flower bouquets or terra cotta pots. It is free, no sign-ups, and happening at every McCoy’s, while supplies last. Low mess, high bragging rights, and a shout-out to Doman Lumber for footing the paint bill.

🧩 Puzzle Swap Day @ Longview Public Library | Saturday (5/2) at 1:00 PM – Grab your favorite jigsaw, swing by the library, and swap it for something new, because that 1,000-piece lighthouse has had its moment. It’s an easy drop-in with no registration, just neighbors trading like-new, no-missing-pieces puzzles, and yes, you can donate without taking one.

🏇 9th Annual Kentucky Derby Party @ Cherokee Club | Saturday (5/2) at 4:00 PM – Whether you follow horse racing or just love an excuse to wear a hat, the 9th Annual Kentucky Derby Party is a sure bet. Dress to impress, sip mint juleps, place a wager, pretend you understand exactas, and enjoy contests, bragging rights, and fabulous food.

🎉 Fiesta Bingo @ Longview Missionary Baptist Church | Saturday (5/2) at 5:00 PM – Round up the girls for a ladies-only bingo night at Longview Missionary Baptist Church, all fiesta energy and competitive dabbers. Twenty bucks gets you in, door and bingo prizes await, and bring a children’s book for Read To Me, virtue points included.

👜 Purse Bingo Night Fundraiser @ East Texas Builders Association | Saturday (5/2) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats bingo with stakes you can wear. Round up your coworkers or church crew for FCA’s Purse Bingo Night, hear how they’re serving students on Longview campuses and at LeTourneau, bid the silent auction, and win a designer bag. Register ahead, no walk-ups.

In gated Champions Ridge, this 3-bed, 3.5-bath standout from the 2018 Parade of Homes pairs elegant finishes with a flexible bonus room. A gathering-ready kitchen links to an airy great room with vaulted ceilings, large windows, and plantation shutters, then flows to a patio with electronic shades. A full-house generator and nearby Crossing Creeks Country Club complete the package.