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Six Teachers of the Year honored with golden apple awards
To honor the area's top teachers, Lufkin's business and civic leaders gathered at the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday luncheon at Crown Colony Country Club to recognize the "Teacher of the Year" from each local school district.
Zavalla company says lawn service uses its name
One Lufkin woman is trying to warn others about a possible "tree-cutting scam" after she says her elderly father was taken advantage of by lawn-care workers.
Commissioners raise wages for election judges
The Angelina County Commissioners' Court approved several action items Tuesday morning, including the decision to raise wages for election judges in county elections.
9/27 Kurth Memorial Library: Library offers wonderful resources for students
Now that school is back in session, we'd like to remind local students that Kurth Memorial Library is a wonderful resource for their studies.
Zavalla ISD seeking support for 2 bond propositions
Zavalla ISD Superintendent David Flowers is looking for community support of two propositions in the November bond election.
Practice makes perfect for precision cheerleading teams
Walking away with a first-place win at the East Texas Cheerleading Championship at the Texas State Forest Festival required more than hairspray, glitter and ribbons - it took blood, sweat and tears according to one of the championship teams.
Deer and hog hunt for persons with disabilities to be held Dec. 11-12
A two-day deer and hog hunt for people with disabilities will be held at the Stephen F. Austin Experimental Forest in the Angelina National Forest, Dec.
QUARLES: Elected officials should show president more respect
It's been obvious in the past week, at least to me, that our current president is well, is not only not agreed with, but genuinely not respected by numbers of people.
Man reports attempted 'pigeon drop' scam
Lufkin Police are warning residents to be wary of anyone who shows a large sum of money and asks you to withdraw money or match their funds.
Commissioners approve final contract for Phase I of Cassels-Boykin project
The final contract for Phase I of the Cassels-Boykin County Park improvement project was accepted by the Angelina County Commissioners Court Tuesday morning, officially bringing the first round of construction to a close.
Pep talk: Zavalla eighth graders take inspiration from Obama's message
Zavalla eighth graders watched live as President Barack Obama delivered a message to students across the country Tuesday morning.
Group working to bring county's history to life
A local civic group is making history as it invites people to make friends with the past while helping keep it alive.
Six indicted in aggravated kidnapping
An Angelina County grand jury has indicted 54 people, including six involved in a gang-related kidnapping of Lufkin woman in June.
Q&A: Leah Wiley, a private look at a public person
Editor's note: On Mondays we'll be introducing you to a different side of East Texans in the public eye through a Q&A format.
Q&A: Leah Wiley, a private look at a public person
Editor's note: On Mondays we'll be introducing you to a different side of East Texans in the public eye through a Q&A format.
EDITORIAL: Toasts and Roasts: Teachers deserve their temporary raise; ...
School starts Monday, but our teachers have already flocked back to their classrooms, getting ready for the rush of kids to come.
Schools say teachers, staff getting raises
Angelina County teachers and professional staff will get at least an $800 pay raise this year, school officials said.
Commissioners vote on park projects, street names and other items
The Angelina County Commissioner's Court reviewed a stacked agenda Tuesday morning, voting on park projects, renaming county streets, possible new registration fees, county employee health insurance and more.
Woman tells police she was assaulted by live-in boyfriend
Assault was reported Thursday by a woman who said her live-in boyfriend came home intoxicated and hit her several times.
Thief steals electronics, adult videos and caps
A kitchen window broken on a residence in the 1500 block of Houston Street helped a thief gain access to the home to steal several items.