Longview, Texas

The healthcare provider is located in Longview, Texas, and is part of a longstanding health system in the state. Recognized for its excellence in patient care and specialty care, the facility is a healthcare leader in the area. State-of-the-art technology and care options are available, with services including primary care, cancer care, women's health, and pain management.

The Texas Nurses Association (TNA) is the state's nursing association and is an organization that dates back to 1907. Since its founding, TNA has been a tireless advocate for the health, safety, and careers of those in the nursing profession.

Longview is located in East Texas and is the 45th biggest city in the state. Wooded, beautiful, and full of great things to do, it's a great place to live. Known for its Great Texas Balloon Race, it offers a lively arts and culture district, fantastic schools, and ample recreation.

Longview is a hub of activity for every interest and is one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, according to Forbes magazine. In addition to its everyday offerings of things to do, it's also a popular spot for visitors thanks to its great events.  The most popular is the annual Great Texas Balloon Race which features pilots from around the world. Thousands of people attend each year to see the balloons race in the air and glow brightly on land at night. The festival also features delicious food, live music, and children's activities. No matter what you're in the mood to see and do in Longview, it's easy to get around the city by bus, thanks to the Longview Transit system.

To learn more about Longview, please visit the official city website and explore the area at the county website.

Longview is served by four school districts and Longview Independent School District (LISD) is the largest in the area. The district serves most of the city and contains 16 schools.  LISD is a diverse and well-regarded district that puts a lot into its students. Within the last three years, LISD built and opened the largest Montessori Academy in the nation, offering free Montessori education to children 3 to 5 years old. The district also includes three nationally-certified STEM schools and is one of the few districts in the nation that offers IB (International Baccalaureate) programs for its students.  LISD has also received 40 distinctions on Texas accountability ratings, the highest achievement in the region. District test scores show that 52% of students are proficient in math, and 42% are proficient in reading, plus the district has been named one of the top 300 in the state by Niche.com. Niche.com also recognized LISD as the 24th most diverse district in Texas. There are also 11 private schools in Longview.

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No matter what you're in the mood to see and do in Longview, it's easy to get around the city by bus, thanks to the Longview Transit system.

Longview has a great shopping scene with a mix of locally-owned shops, boutiques, stores, and marketplaces. The Longview Mall is an enclosed shopping mall with an assortment of great popular stores like Bath & Body Works, Shoe Department, and Dillard's. Longview also includes all of the top big box stores such as Kohl's, Walmart, and Target.

With thriving designated art and culture district, Longview has world-class entertainment options. The Longview Museum of Fine Arts is home to hundreds of pieces of contemporary art, with a focus on art pieces from Texas, Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. LeTourneau University’s S.E. Belcher Chapel and Performance Center is home to traveling performers and Broadway productions, plus special one-night events. The Belcher Center also presents a family and school series with kid-friendly offerings often based on beloved children's books. For more family-friendly entertainment, there's the Artsview Children's Theatre, a performing arts school that hosts events throughout the city. The arts and culture scene also features performances by the Longview Ballet and the Longview Symphony.

Longview World of Wonder Center, or Wow, is a combination learning space and children's museum for kids of all ages. This hands-on museum inspires children to learn, create, and discover through various exhibits. Exhibits let visitors perform on a stage, come up with a new invention, build LEGO, and shop inside a play market, plus do other fun activities. Another museum for families is the Gregg County Historical Museum. At the museum, you'll find a kids' interactive center, local military artifacts, prehistoric pottery, and oil industry memorabilia.

The wooded location of Longview means you never run out of ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Longview is home to Lake O'the Pines, a lake spanning 16,919 acres and surrounded by pine trees. It's a perfect place to fish for spotted bass, catfish, and sunfish. The Martin Creek State Park is 20 miles from Longview, and is open year-round for paddling, fishing, hiking, water-skiing, and lake swimming. You can rent a canoe or simply enjoy a day on the lake's beach.  The Thomas Falls Event Center is recommended for those who love a challenge, as you can zipline, try a mud run course, and even ride the waterfall slide. When all of the area's activities on land or the water aren't enough, you can take to the skies with a hot air balloon ride at Ballon Adventures.

Longview boasts a great park system with multiple splash pads, playgrounds, disc golf courses, and other amenities. The Kidsview Playground has several interconnected play structures with castles, bridges, and swings, and equipment to enjoy. At the park are also 5 pavilions, a play area, and a splash pad. More than 10 other parks are in the area and because they're open daily, they provide the perfect place for families to play. During the hotter months, you can visit the large Jack Mann Splash Pad with its three themed splash areas, or Longview Swim Center.

Texas has experienced rapid growth in diversity, with people from all over calling the state home. Longview has been recognized among the top 150 most diverse cities in Texas by Niche.com.

Safer than nearly 20% of the country, Longview is safe and welcoming for families. Crime in Longview has gone down in the last year and should continue to do so. Longview Police Department is in charge of protecting the city and has 174 sworn officers to do so.