Longview

Few cities in Texas have a history as closely tied to railroad development as Longview. Established in 1870 beside a new rail line, it became an East Texas commercial centre and still serves as the seat of Gregg County. The city stands near the western edge of the Piney Woods, the forested belt that defines much of eastern Texas before the terrain opens toward the state’s interior. Rail travel remains part of local life through the Texas Eagle’s stop in Longview, while the annual Great Texas Balloon Race is among the city’s best-known public events. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Longview and East Texas.

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