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July Chamber Celebrations
July Chamber Celebrations July gave us plenty to celebrate! Throughout the month, we had the opportunity to celebrate five ribbon cuttings, each marking an exciting milestone for businesses investing in and growing our community. Thank you to each of our Chamber Investors for allowing us to be part of these special moments. We love celebrating…
Read MoreGrow Your Business with Free Resources from the SBA and Texas Workforce Commission
Grow Your Business with Free Resources from the SBA and Texas Workforce Commission July 27, 2026 Running a business means wearing a lot of hats, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re looking for ways to grow your business, strengthen your workforce, or learn about funding and government contracting opportunities, you’ll want…
Read MoreLufkin Announces 2026 Theme for Lufkin’s Lighted Christmas Parade
Lufkin Announces 2026 Theme for Lufkin’s Lighted Christmas Parade Visit Lufkin is excited to announce the 2026 theme for Lufkin’s Lighted Christmas Parade: Red, White & Bright: An American Christmas. This year’s theme was chosen in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America, inviting parade participants to celebrate the season with hometown…
Read MoreLufkin’s Bistro 2026 Returns October 3; Restaurant Registration Now Open and Ticket Launch Date Announced
Lufkin’s Bistro 2026 Returns October 3; Restaurant Registration Now Open and Ticket Launch Date Announced Lufkin’s Bistro presented by Brookshire Brothers returns to Downtown Lufkin on Saturday, October 3, 2026, bringing back one of the city’s most anticipated adult nights out. For more than 16 years, Bistro has brought guests together for an evening…
Read MoreTomé Celebrates 12 Years with Community Anniversary Celebration
Tomé Celebrates 12 Years with Community Anniversary Celebration For 12 years, Tomé has been serving East Texas with fresh, chef-prepared meals and a commitment to making “The Ordinary Made Extraordinary.” Now, they’re inviting the entire community to celebrate this milestone with an afternoon of family fun, great food, and exciting giveaways. Join Tomé on Saturday,…
Read MoreJ.D.’s Center of Hope Banquet to Feature Texas A&M Head Basketball Coach Joni Taylor
J.D.’s Center of Hope Banquet to Feature Texas A&M Head Basketball Coach Joni Taylor J.D.’s Center of Hope will host its annual Center of Hope Banquet on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., bringing the community together for an evening of inspiration and support featuring keynote speaker Joni Taylor, head women’s basketball coach at…
Read MoreJune Chamber Celebrations
June Chamber Celebrations June gave us even more reasons to celebrate! Throughout the month, we had the privilege of celebrating three ribbon cuttings and one Kickoff with the Chamber, each representing growth, new beginnings, and continued investment in our community. Thank you for allowing us to share in these special moments. We are proud to…
Read MoreCongratulations, Leading Edge Class of 2026!
Congratulations, Leading Edge Class of 2026! The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce is proud to celebrate the graduation of the Leading Edge Class of 2026! This month, we gathered at The Mill House to recognize a remarkable group of professionals who dedicated the last six months to growing as leaders and deepening their commitment to…
Read MoreVeraBank Earns SBA Preferred Lender Status
VeraBank Earns SBA Preferred Lender Status HENDERSON, TX – June 22, 2026 VeraBank announced that it has received delegated authority by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to approve, process, and service SBA-guaranteed loans. This designation, known as the SBA Preferred Lender Program (PLP), recognizes a select group of lenders with proven expertise and a…
Read MoreWard 1 to Host Quarterly Community Conversations with Lufkin Police Chief David Thomas Brazil
Ward 1 to Host Quarterly Community Conversations with Lufkin Police Chief David Thomas Brazil Residents of Ward 1 are invited to join Councilwoman Angela Hobbs-Spencer and Lufkin Police Chief David Thomas Brazil for the next installment of the Quarterly Community Conversations series on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Brandon…
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