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Hiway 80 Rescue Mission began building a Longview women's shelter expected to roughly double capacity
Land clearing began for a new women and family shelter that Hiway 80 Rescue Mission expects will increase capacity from roughly 80 beds to about 150 or 160 people. The planned facility includes more private, hotel-style units for families. The mission reported raising approximately $6 million for the first phase, with completion estimated in six to 18 months.
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Donor relevance
Why this matters
The project represents a major capacity increase for women and families experiencing homelessness in East Texas and involves a multimillion-dollar capital commitment by a regional charity.
Attribution
Who reported or established this
Construction progress, fundraising and capacity estimates were reported by KLTV and attributed to executive director Brian Livingston.
Evidence limits
What remains unverified
No Halo has not independently confirmed the construction budget, fundraising receipts, final completion date, operating funding or the number of people the completed shelter will ultimately serve.
Right of reply
Organization response
Executive director Brian Livingston said work had started after years of planning. He said fundraising would continue for a dining hall and a separate expansion in Tyler.
Classification
How No Halo records this event
Event type: Operational Expansion. Current state: Pending. No Halo preserves the current procedural state rather than treating every mention as a finding.
Published June 11, 2026 · Last verified September 16, 2026. See an error or a later outcome? Submit a correction or right of reply.