ETX View Magazine

05/13/2026

From the ETX View editor, May/June 2026: East Texas full of activities to add to your summer bucket list

Happy summer, East Texas! Or should I say basically summer? The season technically won’t begin until late June, but summer vibes come a lot sooner than that here in Texas. […]

05/11/2026

🌅ETX View photographer Les Hassell and writer Jordan Green went on two separate boat tours of Caddo Lake, where they heard from the pros and got to see everything one of Texas’ only naturally formed lakes has to offer.🪾In our latest issue, Jordan's story and Les' collection of photos describe to readers what it's like to experience these majestic sights in person and how you can see them for yourself.
🔗Read the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/etxviewcaddolake
📱or in our online flipbook: https://tinyurl.com/etxviewmayjune2026

05/10/2026

Five parks land on Top 10 Fishing State Parks in Texas

East Texas has placed five parks in the 2026 ranking of the Top 10 Fishing State Parks in Texas, more than any other region in the state.

05/10/2026

How to make your own sourdough starter

Many bakers have treasured sourdough starters that have been passed down for generations. For homesteaders who haven't inherited a magical bread-making formula, you can make your very own sourdough starter by following a few simple steps.

05/08/2026

Pittsburg fitness venue brings ‘world’s best outdoor gym’ to East Texas region

There’s a new spot in Pittsburg that can help residents with their health and wellness goals while enjoying some fresh air – all for free. The Fitness Court, located at Fair Park at 303 N. Texas, opened last May.

05/07/2026

🌅ETX View photographer Les Hassell and writer Jordan Green went on two separate boat tours of Caddo Lake, where they heard from the pros and got to see everything one of Texas’ only naturally formed lakes has to offer.🪾In our latest issue, Jordan's story and Les' collection of photos describe to readers what it's like to experience these majestic sights in person and how you can see them for yourself.
🔗Read the full story here https://tinyurl.com/etxviewcaddolake
📱or in our online flipbook: https://tinyurl.com/etxviewmayjune2026

📸 All photos by Les Hassell of the Longview News-Journal and ETX View Magazine.

05/07/2026

East Texas calendar of events: May/June 2026

Looking for things to do this summer? This calendar of events includes activities from across the East Texas region in May and June 2026.

05/07/2026

When people who love Longview come together, nothing but good can come for the community. That sentiment rang true when a team on a mission united with the right people to see their dream come to fruition.

Have you visited the and in Downtown Longview TX? 🎨📚

When people who love Longview come together, nothing but good can come for the community. That sentiment rang true when a team on a mission united with the right people to see their dream come to fruition.

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

After driving over a metal grate, guests are greeted by a dazzle of zebras trotting across red dirt, sticking their heads into open car windows in search of food. Excited squeals echo from vehicles spaced along the trail as they wind through the pine trees at Cherokee Trace Drive-Thru Safari.

Editor’s Note: This is one of the stories published in the May/June 2026 issue of ETX View Magazine, a product of the Tyler Morning Telegraph and Longview News-Journal. More stories will be […]