As good as it gets for East Texas
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7/27/2009
I've lived several places all over the country, and a few places in East Texas. For the region, Longview is about as good as it gets. The cost of living, traffic, and overall friendliness of the town are far better than that of Tyler, Marshall, or Texarkana. My only real complaint is the lack of higher-end shopping and restaurants, but Dallas is just a hundred miles away. The city is very thoughtfully laid out, without a lot of stops on major roads, and plenty of centrally-located residential areas. It's not a good town for anybody who wants an urban lifestyle, or 20-something singles who want to party. But if y ou're raising a family, or are an empty-nester, Longview is a great place to be.
Jackson | Farmers Branch, TX