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Kilgore, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Kilgore! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- Who will lead Kilgoreās next phase of economic growth?
- What Kilgore residents demanded from city leaders at the Circle Cafe
- See which Gregg County civil cases wrapped up this month
Also on today's calendar: Longview High School Lobos class of 1976 50 Year Class Reunion and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A little morning rain; warmer, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.
- Thursday: Humid, temps: high: 83, low: 69.
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Kilgore Economic Development Corporation begins nationwide search for next executive director (ketk.com) ā Kilgoreās Economic Development Corporation is launching a nationwide search for its next executive director after Lisa Dentonās retirement, a key role in shaping the cityās growth and business recruitment. The board is in phase two of a three-phase process, gathering community input and vetting candidates, and is inviting interested professionals to apply online in the coming months. 
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2. Residents voice concerns, complaints at town hall meeting (kilgorenewsherald.com) ā Kilgore residents recently packed the Circle Cafe to press city leaders about code enforcement, crumbling streets, and how hard it is to follow or influence council decisions. Councilman Daniel Gantt outlined funding limits, upcoming road and water projects, and ideas for livestreaming meetings, while urging residents to use the MyKilgore app and stay engaged as the city reviews its charter and long-term infrastructure plans. Ā Ā Ā
3. Judgments: April 5-11, 2026 (news-journal.com) ā Gregg County Civil Court released a rundown of civil cases resolved April 5ā11, including tax, contract, and injury matters. One judgment involves Sabine ISD, Gregg County, Kilgore College, and the county emergency services district in a tax case, offering a snapshot of recent legal outcomes that can affect local institutions and property owners. Ā Ā Ā
4. DA to review additional complaint, possible felony charges against Marion County judge (news-journal.com) ā A regional water advisory board meeting recently brought Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur to Kilgore, even as prosecutors weigh new allegations against him from a 2024 party. The Marion County District Attorneyās Office is now reviewing an additional complaint that could involve felony indecent assault charges, while LaFleur continues to deny all accusations and no charges have yet been filed. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Kilgore
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Color Me Calm
Kilgore Public Library, 301 N Henderson Blvd, Kilgore
2:00 pm
Thursday April 23
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Other local events
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3334476 - 4th Math League
Kilgore ISD , 2201 Whipporwill Lane , Kilgore
7:30 am -
3830145 - Baseball Practice
Kilgore ISD , 2100 S. Commerce Street , Kilgore
3:30 pm -
3334485 - Mom Prom
Kilgore ISD , 2201 Whipporwill Lane , Kilgore
6:00 pm -
Longview High School Lobos class of 1976 50 Year Class Reunion
Britt's Wine and Dine , 400 N Garcia St , Kilgore
9:00 am -
Avalon Medieval Faire ā Every Weekend in April
1076 FM 1252 W , Kilgore
3:00 pm -
3830145 - Baseball Practice
Kilgore ISD , 2100 S. Commerce Street , Kilgore
3:30 pm -
Portes of Britt
Britt's Wine and Dine , 400 N Garcia St , Kilgore
6:30 pm
Thursday April 23
Friday April 24
Saturday April 25
Monday April 27
Tuesday May 5
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š Events Nearby
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3830145 - Baseball Practice
Kilgore ISD , 2100 S. Commerce Street , Liberty City
3:30 pm -
BOGO 50% OFF Wednesday! It's Raining Roses
Painting with a Twist , 100 Tall Pines Ave Suite 5 , Longview
7:00 pm -
FFA State CDE Tarleton(Goals)
White Oak H S White Oak, TX 75693 -
4273741 - Kilgore ISD District-Wide Job Fair
Kilgore ISD , 455 Baughman Road , Kilgore
4:30 pm
Wednesday April 22
Thursday April 23
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Dr Silvertooth and his staff are wonderful.
They help you to relax the minute you walk in the door. I have always been treated professionally and courteously by him and all of his staff! He ā¦ (Nextdoor Liberty City) - Report of explosion injuring at least 2 in Tatum, Texas.
2:56PM on Apr 20: Two people were injured in an explosion at the Martin Creek Power Plant in Tatum, Texas. (Nextdoor )
- Walmart, Inc. posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Kilgore. Apply here.
- Planet Fitness, Inc. posted a job opening for Front Desk Team Member in Kilgore. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kilgore here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By inches because they have no feet. (Thank you Gypsy S. for sending it in!)
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