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SBA Announces National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit Agenda
SBA Announces National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit Agenda America’s Small Business Development Center to Co-host Free Two-Day Virtual Summit from May 5-6 WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced its full agenda for the National Small Business Week 2026 Virtual Summit, a free two-day…
Read MoreApril Chamber Celebrations
April Chamber Celebrations April was a big one for us at the Chamber, we had the chance to celebrate 10 Chamber Investors across Angelina County. Each one represents a business taking a step forward, and we’re proud to stand alongside…
Read More2026 ATHENA Leadership Award Presented at Women’s Networking Luncheon
Katherina Crager Named 2026 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient Today’s Women’s Networking Luncheon, presented by Southside Bank, was a powerful reminder of what leadership looks like in action as the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce proudly presented the 2026 ATHENA Leadership…
Read MoreInvesting in Education Means Investing in Angelina County
Investing in Education Means Investing in Angelina County By Tara Watson-Watkins President/CEO, Lufkin and Angelina County Chamber of Commerce When we talk about the future of Angelina County, we often focus on economic growth, workforce readiness, and quality of life.…
Read MoreRed Carpet Salute Celebrates 40 Years of Hospice in the Pines
Red Carpet Salute Celebrates 40 Years of Hospice in the Pines The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce was proud to celebrate a meaningful milestone with a Red Carpet Salute honoring Hospice in the Pines and their 40 years of service…
Read MoreEarly Voting Now Open in Angelina County
Early Voting Now Open in Angelina County What You Need to Know Before Heading to the Polls Early voting is officially underway across Angelina County, giving residents the opportunity to make their voices heard ahead of Election Day on Saturday,…
Read MoreArtFull Saturday Brings a Full Day of Creativity to Downtown Lufkin
ArtFull Saturday Brings a Full Day of Creativity to Downtown Lufkin Downtown Lufkin is set to come alive with color, music, and community connection on Saturday, April 18, as ArtFull Saturday returns with a full day of immersive experiences for…
Read MoreTeen Summit Set for April 18 in Lufkin
Helping Youth Find Their Path: Teen Summit Set for April 18 Local students will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and be inspired at an upcoming Teen Summit hosted by the Concerned Black Men of Lufkin. The event, “Your Journey…
Read MoreParkwood in the Pines Hosting Job Fair on April 17
Parkwood in the Pines Hosting Job Fair on April 17 If you or someone you know is looking for a new opportunity in healthcare, Parkwood in the Pines is hosting a job fair in Lufkin on Friday, April 17, from…
Read MoreHonoring a Legacy: Morris Frank Park Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Community, History, and Heart
Honoring a Legacy: Morris Frank Park Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Community, History, and Heart The Morris Frank Park officially reopened on Wednesday, April 1, as community members, city leaders, and the Frank family gathered to celebrate a legacy deeply rooted in…
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