East Texas community events and festivals scheduled for September 19

East Texas is hosting various community events and competitions throughout the weekend of September 19. High school football enters week 4, featuring matchups such as the Rusk Eagles against the Troup Tigers, alongside games involving the Lindale Eagles and teams from Arp, Winnsboro, Carlisle, Grand Saline, and Union Grove.

The East Texas Food Bank is conducting its ‘Spread The Love Peanut Butter Drive’ through September 24. This competition between residents of Tyler and Longview aims to collect donations for the food bank. As of September 15, Longview leads the drive with 2,846 pounds donated compared to Tyler’s 1,164 pounds.

Additionally, the 77th annual Gregg County Fair in Longview continues through Saturday night at the Gregg County Fairgrounds. The event includes pig races, a petting zoo, and nightly live entertainment.