Pine Tree’s “The Pride” Marching Band Ranks Among Top 15 in Texas at UIL State

Pine Tree’s “The Pride” Marching Band Ranks Among Top 15 in Texas at UIL State

Nov 12, 2025

Story by Paula Jimenez LONGVIEW, TX — The Pine Tree High School Band, known as “The Pride,” celebrated a remarkable marching season with an outstanding performance at the UIL State Marching Championships, held at the AlamoDome in San Antonio. “It truly was a

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Longview FFA student named national champion, honors brother’s legacy through service project

Longview FFA student named national champion, honors brother’s legacy through service project

Nov 5, 2025

Longview, TX – Maggie Mayes, Longview High School alumna, made Longview FFA history as the chapter’s first-ever National Champion and fourth National Finalist, as well as the first student to be a two-time National Finalist. A quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson taped to

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Sam Schott named as top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year award

Sam Schott named as top 30 finalist for the NCAA Woman of the Year award

Nov 4, 2025

The University of Texas at Tyler is proud to announce that Patriot softball alumnus Sam Schott has been named one of the top 30 finalist for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Woman of the Year award. Schott, a Longview native, was selected

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Longview vs. South Oak Cliff named THSCA Game of the Week — stream it free on Victory +

Longview vs. South Oak Cliff named THSCA Game of the Week — stream it free on Victory +

Sep 9, 2025

Longview, TX – Longview High School’s varsity football matchup against South Oak Cliff High School has been selected as the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Game of the Week and will be streamed live for free on the Victory+ app. Fans can

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Tyler ISD Inducts former Lion Kendall Hunter into Athletic Hall of Fame

Tyler ISD Inducts former Lion Kendall Hunter into Athletic Hall of Fame

Sep 1, 2025

The Tyler ISD Athletic Department is proud to announce its second inductee into the 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame. Mr. Kendall Hunter was recognized during halftime of the Tyler High vs. Marshall football game on August 29 at CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose

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College athlete compensation: Committee considers more changes

College athlete compensation: Committee considers more changes

May 21, 2025

We have to continue to work – especially with settlements like this – to bring any common sense and consistency possible to what has been considered the Wild West for name, image, and likeness and paying college athletes. Senator Brandon Creighton – bill

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Former Red Raider Elliott Davison signs NFL contract

Former Red Raider Elliott Davison signs NFL contract

May 6, 2025

Tyler, TX – Elliott Davison, a former Robert E. Lee High School (REL) football standout, signed an undrafted free agent (UDFA) contract following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL Draft. Davison, who played defensive back first at the University of The Incarnate Word

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Longview Lobos name Timothy Sanders Offensive Coordinator, QB Coach

Longview Lobos name Timothy Sanders Offensive Coordinator, QB Coach

Apr 24, 2025

We’re excited to welcome Coach Sanders to the Lobo family… We believe he’s going to be a great fit for our team and our community. John King – Longview High School Athletic Director/Head Football Coach Longview, TX – Longview High School has officially

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The Refugee Olympic Team was a real Inspiration – and a Tragedy

The Refugee Olympic Team was a real Inspiration – and a Tragedy

Aug 16, 2024

If the U.S. can do its part to help these athletes return home safely, that would beat any medal. Cameroon born Cindy Ngamba won the first ever medal for the Refugee Olympic Team in Paris. Image source: Sky Sports. By Phyllis Bennis  Of

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Beaux Limmer: Rose City Gridder Comes Home

Beaux Limmer: Rose City Gridder Comes Home

Apr 20, 2024

Realize how many people look up to y’all and would love to be in yall’s shoes. Understand that y’all are all leaders in the school and the community and are held to a higher standard than anyone. Most of all, try to enjoy

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