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Honoring 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 Lufkin’s history. Hosted by the City of Lufkin and Lufkin Parks & Recreation, the ribbon…
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Summer in the City 2026 Returns to Downtown Lufkin with Eight Weeks of Free Community Events LUFKIN, TX – Summer evenings in Downtown Lufkin are set to come alive once again as Summer in the City 2026 returns to Cotton Square Park from June 6 through August 1. This free, family-friendly event series will feature…
Read MoreMarch Chamber Celebrations
March Chamber Celebrations This March, our Chamber had the privilege of celebrating four ribbon cuttings, recognizing businesses investing in Angelina County. These milestones reflect growth, leadership, and the continued momentum moving our community forward. Take a look back at the celebrations we shared this month. Ribbon Cutting | 3.12.26 Hope community medicine 821 W. Frank…
Read MoreLegacy Luncheon: Honoring the Past, Inviting the Future
Legacy Luncheon: Honoring the Past, Inviting the Future What a special opportunity this was. Bringing our past Board Chairs back into the story wasn’t just meaningful, it was powerful. The Legacy Luncheon created space to honor the leaders who helped shape this Chamber while also inviting them back into the life of the organization they…
Read MoreCommunities Unlimited Hosting Beginner-Friendly Grant Readiness Class at DETCOG
Communities Unlimited Hosting Beginner-Friendly Grant Readiness Class at DETCOG Local organizations and community leaders looking to strengthen their funding efforts are invited to attend an upcoming Grant Readiness Training hosted by Communities Unlimited. The beginner-friendly class will take place on Monday, March 30, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Deep East Texas…
Read More75 Years of Caring for Angelina County’s Children. Join the April 8 Flag Raising
75 Years of Caring for Angelina County’s Children. Join the April 8 Flag Raising The Angelina County Child Welfare Board was established in 1951 by the Angelina County Commissioners Court. The Commissioners recognized the need to help children in foster care as their basic needs were not being met by other local sources. The Angelina…
Read MoreAbseck weighs in on benefits of new stadium
Abseck weighs in on benefits of new stadium By EDWIN QUARLES/The Lufkin Daily News A $42 million proposition to replace the 53-year-old Abe Martin Stadium with a new venue to host football, track meets, soccer, and marching band competitions will be voted on in the May 2 Lufkin ISD bond election. One of the biggest…
Read MoreHockenberry shares information on bond proposals at Chamber event
Hockenberry shares information on bond proposals at Chamber event By WILLIAM LANIGAN/The Lufkin Daily News The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce hosted “Coffee with Dr. Hockenberry: a conversation about the 2026 Lufkin ISD bond” Tuesday morning in the Chamber’s community room. The event gave the community a chance to ask LISD Superintendent James Hockenberry questions…
Read MoreLeadership Lufkin Alumni Reconnect with Legacy Project at “Serve at Sunrise” Service Event
Leadership Lufkin Alumni Reconnect with Legacy Project at “Serve at Sunrise” Service Event The Leadership Lufkin Alumni Association kicked off the morning with purpose at Leaders & Lattes: Serve at Sunrise, held Thursday from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM at the Lufkin Dog Park at Grace Dunn Richardson Park. The event brought alumni together for…
Read MoreOceans Behavioral Hospital Hosting Outpatient Services Open House
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Hosting Outpatient Services Open House Oceans Behavioral Hospital – Lufkin is inviting the community to learn more about its outpatient services during a special Outpatient Services Open House on April 9, 2026. The event will take place from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at the Oceans Behavioral Hospital – Lufkin Outpatient Clinic located…
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