Good morning, Longview.

A former LCC professor published a new romantic suspense novel and readers can now find the book at Paperbacks Galore in Longview + Vault Books and Brew in Castle Rock.

Three candidates—mill worker Nic Aguirre, retired lawyer Mike Claxton, and retired doctor PJ Peterson—are running to fill the Position 5 City Council seat when MaryAlice Wallis’s term ends; ballots are mailed Friday and the primary is set for Aug.

5. Aguirre supports lower taxes and limited government while Claxton and Peterson focus on balanced budgets and boosting downtown tourism.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM - 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and crafts at this vibrant community market.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling summer baseball and community fun with the Cowlitz Black Bears.

Cowlitz County Fair

12-11 p.m. — Cowlitz County Fair — Entrance fee varies — Celebrate local agriculture and community spirit with music, rides, and more.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35 – 8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets required — Experience thrilling summer baseball with Longview’s hometown team, featuring fun community festivities.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM - 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods in the vibrant parking lot market.

Cowlitz Black Bears vs. Bend Elks Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Affordable tickets available — Experience thrilling collegiate summer baseball action featuring rising stars.

Cowlitz Farmers Market

12-6 p.m. — City of Longview — Free entry — Explore local vendors offering food, art, and more on Broadway Street.

Cowlitz Black Bears Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — David Story Field — Tickets available — Experience summer baseball excitement with the hometown Cowlitz Black Bears in a celebration of community spirit.

Cowlitz Community Farmers Market

9 AM – 2 PM — Cowlitz Community Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant community market.

Cowlitz Black Bears vs. Yakima Valley Pippins

1:05-2:35 p.m. — David Story Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience summer baseball excitement with the Cowlitz Black Bears and community gathering.