The Longview City Council meeting on July 24, 2025, featured a significant proclamation recognizing July 10 as 1919 Longview Remembrance Day. This initiative aims to honor the victims of the 1919 race riot in Longview, a tragic event that resulted in the destruction of homes and businesses in the Black community, as well as loss of life and lasting trauma.

During the meeting, Clint, a representative of the 1919 Longview Remembrance Project, spoke about the group's mission to shed light on this dark chapter of the city's history. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging the past to foster healing and reconciliation within the community. The project includes plans for a historical marker, which has received approval from the Texas Historical Commission and local county commissioners, and a documentary currently in post-production.

Mayor of Longview officially proclaimed July 10, 2025, as 1919 Longview Remembrance Day, highlighting the need for public recognition and healing from the events of that summer. The proclamation underscores the project's goals of truth-telling, education, and community remembrance as essential steps toward building a more compassionate and equitable Longview.

In addition to the proclamation, the meeting included a citizen comment segment, where local artist Jim Kisner shared his intention to present a portrait of the Texas governor and first lady as a gesture of honor during challenging times.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue recognizing local residents for their acts of bravery in future sessions, reflecting the council's dedication to community engagement and acknowledgment of individual contributions.