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Fall is The Time to Tackle Fire Ants in East Texas

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$3 million in federal funding will study the US 59 gap between Nacogdoches and Lufkin

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Zavalla gets $5.39 million to replace its failing water system

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Governor Abbott Sends Additional Resources To Local Officials Throughout Texas

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Joshua Blackwell - February 15, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas is deploying maximum resources to local officials throughout the state to respond to severe...

Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Federal Emergency Declaration For Severe Winter Weather

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Joshua Blackwell - February 15, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott announced yesterday that the White House has issued a Federal Emergency Declaration for Texas in response to the severe winter weather...

2/16 Closure: Nacogdoches Co Courthouse and County Offices

Counties

Joshua Blackwell - February 15, 2021

The Nacogdoches County courthouse and county offices will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, February 16 due to inclement weather and road conditions. Officials will continue to...

Reminder: Vehicle Title & Registration Waiver Ends April 14, 2021

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Joshua Blackwell - February 12, 2021

If you’re overdue, it’s time to renew! The temporary waiver of certain vehicle title and registration requirements, announced by Governor Greg Abbott on March...

Governor Abbott Holds Roundtable In Dallas On Fostering Small Businesses

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Joshua Blackwell - February 12, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott today held a roundtable discussion at Ruibal's Plants of Texas in Dallas where he heard from the owners Ruibal's and GOLD...

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Fall is The Time to Tackle Fire Ants in East Texas

Bobbie Langston - October 2, 2026

$3 million in federal funding will study the US 59 gap between Nacogdoches and Lufkin

Community October 2, 2026

Federal money will pay for a feasibility study and environmental clearance on US 59 between Nacogdoches and Lufkin, the first step toward I-69.

Zavalla gets $5.39 million to replace its failing water system

Community October 2, 2026

The Texas Water Development Board approved $5.39 million in forgiven funding for new lines, a well, pumps and tanks in Zavalla. No repayment required.

Crockett’s October fills up, and the Christmas dates are set

Community October 2, 2026

Houston County's October runs from a Lufkin luncheon to a Lovelady music festival, and Crockett has locked in its parade and Christmas dates.

Lufkin’s Bistro 2026 Rescheduled for November 7

Community October 1, 2026

Visit Lufkin has moved Bistro 2026 from Oct. 3 to Saturday, Nov. 7 in Downtown Lufkin. Tickets and reserved tables carry over.

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Fall is The Time to Tackle Fire Ants in East Texas

Farm & Garden October 2, 2026

Cary Sims on why a broadcast bait beats treating the mounds you can see, and how to time a fall application.

$3 million in federal funding will study the US 59 gap between Nacogdoches and Lufkin

Community October 2, 2026

Federal money will pay for a feasibility study and environmental clearance on US 59 between Nacogdoches and Lufkin, the first step toward I-69.

Zavalla gets $5.39 million to replace its failing water system

Community October 2, 2026

The Texas Water Development Board approved $5.39 million in forgiven funding for new lines, a well, pumps and tanks in Zavalla. No repayment required.

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