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Morning weather report: May 21st, 2013

Morning weather report: May 21st, 2013

By Nicole Underwood
TODAY: Mostly cloudy, warm and windy. Thunderstorms developing by afternoon. Some storms could be strong to severe. Main threats will be high winds, hail and frequent lightning, but isolated tornadoes can not be ruled out. High 87.
"Safe and well" by the Red Cross can help find family members in disasters

"Safe and well" by the Red Cross can help find family members in disasters

By Ashleigh Brents
After a disaster, letting family and friends know that you are safe and well can bring loved ones a great peace of mind. Anyone can register themselves as "safe and well" on the Red Cross' website.
Chaplains support East Texas businesses; Atheists say keep prayer out of workplace Watch Video

Chaplains support East Texas businesses; Atheists say keep prayer out of workplace

By Jennifer Kielman
For the past 27 years, Marketplace Ministries has provided nearly 600 companies across the world--- extra support. The support comes in the form of a Chaplain.
Boating safety tips before a big holiday weekend Watch Video

Boating safety tips before a big holiday weekend

By Teresa Sardina
A holiday weekend is on the way and many will spend those days on a boat. Before you get on the water, officials want you to think about boating safety to prevent accidents and even being thrown behind bars.
They don't know much Watch Video

They don't know much

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By Neal Barton
Let me be sure I have all this right. During the Benghazi attacks, the president was not aware of what was happening.
You may want to practice a little handbag hygiene

You may want to practice a little handbag hygiene

By Nicole Vowell
We cary them everywhere, but many rarely wash them. Purses, handbags, backpacks, etc. So just how sanitary are these shoulder accessories?
Legislation removes PUC protections Watch Video

Legislation removes PUC protections

By Roger Gray
More now on a story we first brought you two weeks ago. Oncor Electric is charging rate payers for what critics are calling phantom taxes.
"Crazy Ants" Watch Video

"Crazy Ants"

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By Marlena Hamilton
There is a type of ant spreading through Texas and other southern states. It's called the crazy ant.
Severe storms expected tomorrow afternoon and evening

Severe storms expected tomorrow afternoon and evening

By Ashleigh Brents
Severe storms are expected tomorrow afternoon and evening. Chief Meteorologist, Scott Chesner, says that there will be no severe weather tonight, but to be ready for severe storms tomorrow afternoon and tomorrow night.
Longview group heads to convention with aim of selling I-20 corridor

Longview group heads to convention with aim of selling I-20 corridor

By Longview News-Journal
Making the Interstate 20 corridor and north and west neighborhoods as hot as fast-growing Northeast Longview is among the goals of a coalition heading to a shopping center industry conference this week.
Whitehouse last East Texas 4A team standing

Whitehouse last East Texas 4A team standing

By Longview News-Journal
The Longview News-Journal covers East Texas high school sports. Here's the latest from Jimmy Carter.
Free program will be offered in July to help students improve academically

Free program will be offered in July to help students improve academically

By Kilgore College
Kilgore College is looking for students to enroll in its annual Summer Bridge Program beginning July 15.
After leading Prop 1 push, Go West Longview turns to development

After leading Prop 1 push, Go West Longview turns to development

By Longview News-Journal
A year after its formation, a grassroots group is ready to build on its successes — literally.
Carlisle ISD superintendent responds to concerns about classes on Memorial Day Watch Video

Carlisle ISD superintendent responds to concerns about classes on Memorial Day

By Nicole Underwood
Authorities with the Carlisle Independent School District made the decision to hold classes on Memorial Day so the supporters of their baseball team can attend the playoffs in Austin, should the team continue to qualify.
UPDATE: Sexual misconduct with a child trial date set for Kilgore man, woman

UPDATE: Sexual misconduct with a child trial date set for Kilgore man, woman

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By Sara Thomas/Longview News-Journal/Staff Reports
KETK UPDATE: According to Gregg County Sheriff's office the trial for Jesse Smith, 33, and Cassandra Stone, 32, at 9:00 a.m. this morning was held for a later time. Court will meet again on Tuesday morning.