the guide - Lufkin Chamber of Commerce
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the guide - Lufkin Chamber of Commerce
2016 Membership Directory THE GUIDE Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce CALL 936.634.6644 HOURS M-F: 8 am-5 pm FAX 936.634.8726 1615 S. Chestnut WEB LufkinTexas.org Lufkin, TX 75901 LufkinChamber Joy. Prepared for your little bundle with advanced care. Your newborn is a miracle. So rest easy knowing that if your little one needs advanced care, the region’s only Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is here to help them get a healthy start. And should you need high-risk pregnancy care, we’re also home to a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Clinic. Schedule a tour of our birthing center today. Call 936-634-8311. 505 South John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904 WoodlandHeights.net Trained, caring staff Spacious private labor and delivery suites Skilled OB/GYN physicians Free childbirth and infant feeding classes 24/7 neonatology coverage Woodland Heights Medical Center is directly or indirectly owned by a partnership that proudly includes physician owners, including certain members of the hospital’s medical staff. 2016 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WELCOME TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome from the Chairman 3 Resources at Your Chamber 4 Chamber Board Leadership 6 FROM THE CHAIRMAN Business and Industry Resources 8 As the old saying goes, “I was not born in Texas but I got here as fast as I could,” and it’s no less true of the city of Lufkin. I’ve had the pleasure of calling Lufkin, and Angelina County, my home for the last 40+ years. Sitting in the heart of the Texas Forest Country is true Texas beauty. From our timber forests to our parks and lakes, we have enough to keep you and your family active all day. And at night enjoy art, culture, shopping or dining in our beautifully restored downtown District and throughout our charming city. If our abundant natural resources aren’t enough to keep you occupied then you’re ninety minutes from an International Airport that can take you anywhere in the world. If your job has brought you here then you can look forward to becoming a part of some of the most hard-working, earnest, generous people around. From top rated schools to state-of-theart healthcare, Lufkin is a great place for start-up businesses and mature companies, alike. And ask just about anyone in Lufkin or Angelina County: we are a desired spot to raise children, or retire, from the pace of a big city. Pull up a chair for a Saturday morning soccer game at one of our beautiful parks and you’ll hear the laughter of children and the clapping of parents. Spend Friday nights under the stadium lights and you’ll see a united football nation and hear the cheering of the crowd. They must all know as I do, that Lufkin is the best place to serve, live and love. Facts and Figures 10 Transportation Resources 12 Media Resources 14 Business Resources 15 Family Resources 17 Government Resources 20 Healthcare Resources 25 Education Resources 32 Non-profit & Civic Organization Resources 36 Culture and the Arts 38 Local Celebrations 42 Entertainment and Shopping Resources 43 Great Places to Eat 44 Great Places to Shop 45 Sports and Recreation Resources 46 Leadership Lufkin 52 Leadership Tomorrow 54 Small Business of the Year Winners 55 Silver Spike Award Winners 56 Leadership Lufkin Graduates 57 2016 Calendar 60 Membership Roster 86 Business Directory 106 It is my privilege to serve as the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce Chairman for the 2016 term. The progress our community is making is substantial and I truly believe, the best is yet to come. Who’s Who 121 Advertiser’s Index 130 Sincerely, Gene Lee Gene Lee 2016 Chamber Board Chairman Lee TranServices, Inc 1615 S. Chestnut | Lufkin, TX 75901 936.634.6644 DISTRIBUTION Copies of The Guide may be obtained from the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce or via U.S Mail by requesting your copy. The Guide is published by Zimmerman Communications with offices at 113 Gaslight Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75904, (936) 633-6167 for the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. Listed content descriptions for members of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce were provided and approved by each active Chamber member. While we have made every attempt at accuracy, the publisher and the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Please contact us about corrections for future editions. All rights reserved. Copyright ©2016. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Publisher is not responsible for printing logos and trademarks instructed for use by advertisers. For more information, contact Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce (936) 634-6644. www.LufkinTexas.org Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 3 @ RESOURCES YOUR CHAMBER Founded in 1919, the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce exists to improve the business climate in Lufkin and Angelina County. The Chamber has more than 900 business members and represents more than 1,400 business professionals in the area. Growing business and building our community are the top priorities of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber and its representatives strive to serve the membership through • Stimulation of economic growth and trade • Education of the public in the role and purpose of business • Support of activities that enhance the area’s quality of life • Serving as a catalyst for positive change in the community The Chamber is the birthplace of ideas for many of the area’s great accomplishments. Community leaders working through the Chamber created the Community Chest, which is now the United Way. Angelina Beautiful/Clean started at the Chamber and is now its own organization. The Chamber started the Leadership Tomorrow and Leadership Lufkin programs that are designed to generate leaders in Angelina County. Throughout the Chamber’s existence, the organization has been focused on the business needs of the community while providing opportunities for regional job growth. The Chamber offers volunteers numerous avenues to contribute to the community. With various Chamber committees, networking meetings and affiliated organizations, the Chamber offers a plethora of opportunities to get connected in Angelina County. Join the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce and receive immediate access to other business decision makers in Angelina County. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP In addition to the other benefits of Chamber membership, Chamber members are also entitled to these additional benefits: VISIBILITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS All Chamber members receive a minimum of two complimentary listings in the Chamber Guide. Listings are presented in both alphabetical and business category formats. This full-color publication is distributed free to all Chamber 4 | The Guide members and to all who request information about Angelina County. CHAMBER MEMBER LOGOS A high quality membership logo is available so you can display your membership proudly to your clients on your website and in printed materials. WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER The Chamber distributes weekly e-newsletters that include the latest news and upcoming Chamber events. ONLINE COMMUNITY CALENDAR The Chamber maintains an interactive calendar of local events on our website www.LufkinTexas.org/calendar. Organizations are invited to enter their events on the calendar. PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Chamber presents live and web-based seminars and workshops on relevant topics such as current trends, new laws and regulations affecting business. NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION New members are invited to make new business contacts and meet the Chamber team as they learn more about the benefits of membership and the opportunities for involvement. One-on-one orientation is held when a member joins, and receptions are held bi-annually. MEETING ROOMS AVAILABLE The Chamber facility can be used by members for events, workshops, luncheons, etc. There is a small fee and advance reservations are required. NETWORKING THROUGH THE CHAMBER • Business After Five Mixers • Diplomats Club • First Friday Luncheons • Leads Groups • Power Networking Breakfasts • Red Carpet Salutes • Ribbon Cutting Celebrations MISSION STATEMENT The MISSION of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce is to continuously improve the economic prosperity, the business environment and the quality of life in Angelina County. • Women’s Networking Luncheons • Young Professionals Network Mixers COMMITTEES & TASKFORCES • Angelina County Science & Tech Fair Committee • Business Resource Council • Governmental Affairs Committee • Neches River Rendezvous Committee • Salute To Healthcare Committee • Tee It Up for Teachers Golf Tournament Committee • Texas State Forest Festival Committee • Women’s Networking Committee U.S. Chamber of Commerce Designates The Lufkin/ Angelina County Chamber a 5-Star Accredited Chamber! In November 2014, the Accrediting Board of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce designated the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber as an accredited chamber with 5-Stars, one of less than 1% of Chambers nationwide to achieve this designation! Accreditation indicates that a chamber of commerce operates under effective organizational procedures and contributes to significant positive change in the community. To achieve this standing, we performed an intensive self-assessment of our operations in nine areas of work, including governance, government affairs, and technology. “For A Full Measure Of Quality & Service” 200 Gaslight Blvd. • Lufkin (936) 639-2346 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. www.LufkinTexas.org Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 5 CHAMBER BOARD LEADERSHIP 2016 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Gene Lee Board Chairman Lee TranServices, Inc Mark Hicks Vice Chairman JM Management Aimee Slusher Chris Johnson Chad Roberts Vice Chairman Whataburger Vice Chairman City Wide Directories LLC Martha Quintanilla Secretary La Unica Tortilleria Brian Cyr Treasurer Commercial Bank of Texas Jeff Todd Vice Chairman Advanced Financial Group Brookshire Brothers Citizens National Bank CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial The Lufkin Daily News Neice Bell Jim Cumbie Dr. LaTonya Goffney Stephen King Terry Morgan Joe Rich Kelli Wayland John Alston 2016 ELECTED BOARD Codie Jenkins Immediate Past Board Chairman-Elect Chairman First Bank & Trust Skelton Slusher Barnhill East Texas Watkins Wells, PLLC Trent Ashby Shawn Barnett Georgia-Pacific MEMBERS Mark Dunn David Flowers Dunn Construction Huntington ISD G. William Newton, MD Victor Patel Angelina Plastic Surgery 6 | The Guide Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Suites Lufkin ISD BancorpSouth Consolidated Communications GE Oil & Gas Morgan Insurance 2016 CHAMBER BOARD LEADERSHIP APPOINTED BOARD MEMBERS Starla Bickerstaff KTRE Chris Fleniken Real Graphics Kyle Swift Woodland Heights EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Wes Suiter Bob Brown Keith Wright County Judge Mayor of Lufkin Lufkin City Manager Tami Jones Tara Watson-Watkins Maegan Prejean Executive Director Lufkin CVB Executive Director Angelina Beautiful/Clean Melissa Wheeler, IOM Susie Cardwell Board Chairman Lufkin CVB Jim Johnson, IOM President & CEO Program & Operations Manager Community Development Manager Tori Charanza Marketing Coordinator www.LufkinTexas.org Tori Jones Membership Coordinator President Angelina College Board Chairman 4B Corporation Lynn Torres Kevin Langston Steve Floyd Burt Hairgrove Sallye Darmstadter Michael Simon Interim Director Economic Development Jill Roberson Business Manager Executive Director Expo Center Board Chairman ED Partnership Director Stubblefield Learning Center CHAMBER STAFF Charlene Black Information Specialist Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 7 BUSINESS INDUSTRY & RESOURCES Lufkin/Angelina County offers a living and working environment all businesses need to thrive. The companies doing business here show how widely recognized this community is for what it has to offer – a reasonable cost of living, easy access to world markets and a highly qualified and educated workforce. As the birthplace of Lufkin Industries (now part of GE Oil & Gas), Temple Inland (now owned by Georgia-Pacific), Brookshire Brothers Food & Pharmacy and Atkinson Candy, Lufkin and Angelina County have a long history of taking companies from infancy and helping them grow to prominent leaders in their industry. Today, companies that started relatively small in our area have become the anchors of the economy and are continuing to grow and prosper. Lufkin is the largest community between Houston and Tyler, and it serves a large population from surrounding counties for jobs, education, entertainment and retail shopping. These combined services create a daytime population estimated at more than 100,000 and a service sector to support this size community. Lufkin and Angelina County have an abundance of natural resources that includes pine trees, hardwoods, natural gas, oil and water. According to the Texas Water Development Board, “Water rights are the most sought after commodity in our country today - especially in Texas where the population is expected to double by 2060.” The City of Lufkin owns water rights to more than 63,000 acre feet of surface water and is able to provide both treated and untreated water for business and industry. Industrial businesses looking to move or open a new location may be interested in the Lufkin Business Park. This area is 156 acres of prime industrial land located at the intersection of State Hwy. 103 East and Loop 287 in Lufkin and within 1 mile of State Hwy 59 and 2 miles of State Hwy 69. The site has heavy rail access and oversized infrastructure to the site. Currently, there are 40 acres left on this site. Services are also provided for businesses that are looking to host large-scale events or conventions. Lufkin Pitser Garrison Convention Center provides a meeting place for a variety of gatherings. The facility offers a wide variety of set-up choices including seating for up to 2,000. The Angelina County Exposition Center also is a popular venue for large events. Known as one of the largest clear span indoor arenas in the nation, the George H. Henderson Jr. Exposition Center has the ability to seat up to 10,000 people. For more information about assistance with conventions contact the Lufkin Convention and Visitor’s Bureau (936) 633-0349. Getting businesses established in the area is the mission of the Lufkin/Angelina County Economic Development. The team stands ready to assist companies with retention and expansion needs. Lufkin and Angelina County have a committed team of leaders, from the 4B Partnership, to 8 | The Guide the Chamber, and other stakeholder groups that all work together to help local companies continue to grow their assets and employ the quality workforce that’s proven here in the Heart of East Texas! These key community leaders have passed a comprehensive incentive program in conjunction with State and Federal agencies to provide a positive business environment for new and expanding businesses in an effort to encourage positive investment and job creation. These local incentive policies are favorable to current industries looking to expand. MAKE THE MOVE. GET THE TECHNOLOGY YOU WANT. THE CUSTOMER SERVICE YOU EXPECT. Van Watson Lufkin Market President For more information about business development assistance contact the Lufkin/Angelina County Economic Development Team (936) 633-0251. XPRESS DEPOSIT | MOBILE BILL PAY | MOBILE BANKING | TEXT BANKING Reach any of our bankers at (936) 634-6669 fbtet.com www.LufkinTexas.org onsecutive Y Five C 2011-2015 ears Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 9 FACTS &FIGURES GENERAL INFORMATION EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY Area in square miles 797.78 Median Age 36.3 Median Household income $37,775 Mean Household income $54,726 Per Capita Income $20,341 Number of Public School Districts 6 Normal Daily Maximum Temperature in July 93.5 Normal Daily Minimum Temperature in January 37.9 Mean Annual Precipitation 46.6 inches Average Annual Rain Days 155 Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining Construction Manufacturing Wholesale trade Retail trade Transportation and warehousing, and utilities Information Finance and insurance, real estate and rental and leasing Professional, scientific, management, administrative and waste management services Educational services, and health care and social assistance Arts, entertainment, and recreation, accommodation and food services Other services, except public administration Public administration COUNTY POPULATION 1980 1990 2000 2010 2015 64,772 69,884 80,130 86,771 87,775 (projection) POPULATION BY AGE/GENDER Male Female 0-14 15-24 25-44 45-64 65+ Total POPULATION BY RACE/ETHNICITY White Black American Indian/Alaska Native Asian Other Hispanic EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT Population 25 and Over Percentage High School Graduate or Higher Percentage Bachelor’s Degree or Higher High School Graduate Some College Associate’s Degree Bachelor’s Degree Graduate or Professional Degree AVERAGE LABOR STATISTICS Labor Force Employed Unemployed 10 | The Guide 42,515 44,256 9,483 11,701 21,967 21,777 11,843 86,771 62,537 13,035 411 785 8,466 17,145 54,810 76.1% 15.5% 16,956 12,635 3,591 5,640 2,881 65,736 33,286 4,186 DWELLING TYPE Total housing units Single unattached Attached units Mobile Home HOUSING Own Rent Average household size MILES TO: Tyler Longview Beaumont Shreveport, LA Houston Lake Charles, LA Dallas Austin San Antonio MAJOR EMPLOYERS 1000+ Brookshire Brothers/Polk Oil CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial GE Oil & Gas Lufkin ISD Lufkin State Supported Living Center MAJOR EMPLOYERS (continued) 500-999 1,455 2,016 4,064 592 4,052 1,432 795 1,191 1,988 9,812 2,536 1,946 1,407 35,600 23,872 628 7,244 65.4% 34.5% 2.69 85 90 100 120 120 150 175 225 315 Georgia-Pacific Walmart Woodland Heights 100-499 A Pineywoods Home Health Angelina County Atkinson Candy Co. Burke Center City of Lufkin Consolidated Communications Diboll ISD First Bank & Trust East Texas Etech, Inc HEB Foods Holmes Smokehouse Hudson ISD Huntington ISD Huntington State Bank Lockheed-Martin Parkwood Place Quad Graphics Sam’s Club Southland Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center Texas Department of Transportation William George Co., Inc. 50-100 Al Meyer Ford Mitsubishi Axley & Rode, LLP Belk Department Store Best Buy Contractor’s Supply Crown Colony Country Club Haney Trucking Hospice in the Pines Lee TranServices Loving Auto Group Lufkin Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Lufkin Creosoting Lufkin Daily News Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Lufkin Peltier Chevrolet PID Services, Inc. Whataburger Best Western Recommended by Award of Excellence 2014 & 2015 Crown Colony Inn & Suites • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 58 Executive Rooms and Suites Winner of: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 M.K. Guertin Excellence Award (top Free Deluxe Hot Breakfast 25 of 3900 hotels in North America) 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 Chairmans 42” LCD Televisions Award for Customer Care Best Western International “Best of the Best Award” Complimentary Wireless & Best Western Chairman’s Award for Quality - top 5% in America for Quality Hard Wire Internet 5 Time winner of Lufkin Daily News Reader Choice Award - Best Hotel in Lufkin 24 Hour Business Center OF IN 24 Hour Fitness Center K LUF 2 room suites available Honeymoon Suite with Heart Shaped whirlpool tub Valet Service (M-F) 4 Restaurants & 1 Club Adjacent Outdoor Pool & Putting Green Free local calls FREE HBO with over 60 TV channels Free USA Today In Room Coffee Makes and Microfridges In Room hairdryers, Irons and Ironing Boards Ceiling fans in all guest rooms Large work desks in rooms & suites 1 speaker phone www.LufkinTexas.org 3211 South First Street Lufkin, Texas 75901 (936) 634-3481 Toll Free Reservations: 1-877-BW-LUFKIN www.bestwestern.com/crown colony Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 11 TR A N S P O RTATI O N Angelina County is an amazing community with many resources that make it a community on the move. Lufkin serves as a hub for Deep East Texas and Angelina County. Lufkin is the largest small city in Texas and the largest community between Houston and Tyler. It serves a broad area for jobs, education, governmental services, medical services, shopping, and entertainment. This creates a daytime population estimated at more than 100,000 people. Located at the cross section of US Hwy 69 and US Hwy 59, we are near major cities like Dallas, Houston, Beaumont, San Antonio, and Austin. Angelina County offers immense options for your business and family. It provides its citizens with amenities that are unmatched by communities of its size. AIR TRAVEL The Angelina County Airport 850 Airport Blvd. | Diboll, TX 75941 (936) 634-7511 | FAX (936) 633-7674 AIRNAV for Lufkin, Texas E-mail: [email protected] Located 7 miles southwest of Lufkin, the Angelina County Airport has two asphalt runways: 7/25, 5,398 ft x 100 ft., and 15/33, 4,309 ft. x 100 ft. With seven approaches, it is a popular spot for training and recreational flying. The airport grill is consistently voted one of the most popular burger spots in the area! BUS SERVICES Kerrville Bus Station 302 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-9231 Greyhound Package Express: (936) 634-9231 Brazos Transit District 1014 N. John Redditt Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-3055 The Brazos Transit District is one of the largest and heaviest used rural mass transit districts in the state. It serves all of Lufkin and the surrounding areas and offers a fixed route bus system and curb to curb service for Lufkin. Housed at Jennings Station, this beautiful new transit station is located in the heart of historic downtown Lufkin. TAXI SERVICES Genesis Taxi Cab (936) 404-8264 Hughes Cab Company 306 Sellers St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 637-6388 FREIGHT CARRIERS Greenway Carriers, LLC 3200 Atkinson Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-6374 Haney Trucking, Inc. 1621 N. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-2434 Lee TranServices, Inc. 415 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-1925 Midnight Express 721 White Dove | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 671-3277 United Parcel Service 3009 S. John Redditt Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-3122 RAIL SERVICES Angelina & Neches River Railroad 210 E. Lufkin Ave. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-7795 Union Pacific 101 Herndon St. | Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 634-8323 Fleetwood Transportation 7642 S. US Highway 59 | Burke, TX 75941 (936) 829-4735 JENNINGS STATION IN DOWNTOWN LUFKIN FK IN, TEX T L U S CI OF LUF K IN Y www.LufkinTexas.org A Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 13 MEDIA RESOURCES PRINTED BusinessLink Charm Magazine Diboll Free Press La Lengua Lufkin Daily News The Peddler TJ Mag & Co (936) 634-6644 (936) 632-6631 (936) 829-3313 (936) 632-8444 (936) 632-6631 (936) 632-1515 (936) 634-7188 KIBN – TV11 KLNM TV KLTX Channel 15 KTRE TV9 KETK/KFXL (936) 632-5000 (936) 238-3610 (936) 633-0269 (936) 853-5873 (936) 564-1911 KJCS Radio 103 The Bull (936) 559-8800 KSWP/KAVX 90.9 KSWP 91.9 KAVX (936) 639-5673 Red River Radio (800) 552-8502 Townsquare Media KICKS 105.1 KFOX 95.5 KTBQ Q107 KSFA 860 (936) 639-4455 Smith Koenig Radio KYBI Y100 SUPER MIX 101.9 KRBA 1340 ESPN RADIO 1260 (936) 634-4584 TELEVISION RADIO Healthiest Credit Unions 2015 #130 out of 6,655 federally insured credit unions in America. #9 in great state of Texas. Your first choice locally. DepositAccounts just released their 2015 edition of its Top 200 Healthiest Credit Unions in America and GENCO Federal Credit Union is proud to be a member of that distinctive list. We’ve been working at getting better for decades and we will continue to improve each and every year. Go online, call or stop by any branch and see for yourself why we are ranked so high on their list. The full list may be found online at: www.depositaccounts.com/banks/health.aspx#healthiest. Checking I Savings Loans I And A Lot More! l (936) 637-7710 800.922.6428 www.facebook.com/GENCOFCU www.gencofcu.org Serving Angelina County – Lufkin Federally Insured by NCUA 14 | The Guide RESOURCES ANGELINA COLLEGE SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER. PHOTO COURTESY OF GARY STALLARD. ANGELINA COLLEGE PROCUREMENT AND ASSISTANCE CENTER The Angelina College Procurement Assistance Center (ACPAC) was established by Angelina College July 1, 1992 as a non-profit organization to assist the businesses of East Texas (Texas Forest Country) in competing for and winning government contracts from the federal, state, and local government agencies. 3500 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 633-5432 | www.acpactx.org ANGELINA COLLEGE SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER (SBDC) The Angelina College SBDC assists new business owners and existing businesses raise capital to start and expand businesses each year. With their expertise in financial analysis of business ideas, bank presentations, business plans, accounting and marketing, they can help you answer all your business questions. 3500 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 633-5400 | www.angelina.sbdcnetwork.net ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The Lufkin/Angelina County Economic Development Team provides a one-stop shop for development assistance and acts as a clearinghouse for information that may assist developers expedite the process of investing in Lufkin/Angelina County. 300 Shepherd | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 633-0221 | www.lufkinedc.com BUSINESS NAME From the Secretary of State website (www.sos.tx.us) Once the legal structure of the business has been determined, and if a separate business name will be used, the business name must be registered with the county clerk’s office and/or the Secretary of State. www.LufkinTexas.org BUSINESS Angelina County is a great place to start your business! We have many resources to serve businesses of all sizes. Whether you are a large business looking to relocate or a resident looking to start a small business, there is assistance for you. Be sure to visit these locations to help get your business off to a successful start. SECRETARY OF STATE P.O. Box 12887| Austin, TX 78711-3697 (512) 463-5555 | www.sos.state.tx.us ANGELINA COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 215 E. Lufkin Ave., 1st Floor | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8339 STATE REGISTRATION All businesses operating in Texas as limited partnerships, registered limited liability partnerships, limited liability companies, corporations, professional corporations, nonprofit corporations, and professional associations must register with the Secretary of State. Corporations, limited partnerships, and limited liability companies organized in other states or countries may transact business in Texas by obtaining a certificate of authority through the Secretary of State. An out-of-state business may also consider the option of creating a Texas corporation, limited partnership, or limited liability company for transaction of business in Texas. A name may not be used by more than one corporation in the state. Contact the Secretary of State for more information. SECRETARY OF STATE P.O. Box 13697 | Austin, TX 78711-3697 (512) 463-5555 | www.sos.state.tx.us ANGELINA COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 215 E. Lufkin Ave., 1st Floor | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8339 LOCAL REGISTRATION (Assumed Name Certificate) If the business will operate as a sole proprietorship or a general partnership, an Assumed Name Certificate or D.B.A. (Doing Business As) for each name (or deviation of that name) the business will use must be on file with the county clerk in each county where a business premise will be maintained. If no business premise will be maintained, it should be filed in each county where business will be conducted. If the business will operate as a corporation, limited partnership, or limited liability Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 15 BUSINESS RESOURCES company, and the business will be identified by a name other than the name on file with the Secretary of State, an Assumed Name Certificate must be filed with the Secretary of State and each county in which the business will have a registered or principal office. ANGELINA COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 215 E. Lufkin Ave., 1st Floor | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8339 LOCAL TAXES / BUSINESS TAXES If the business owns tangible personal property that is used to produce income, the property must be reported on a rendition form to the local county appraisal district, after January 1 and no later than March 31, each year. Business owners must report all inventories, equipment, and machinery. For additional information, contact the local county appraisal district. ANGELINA COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT 418 N. Second St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8456 TEXAS LICENSES, PERMITS & REGISTRATIONS A listing of links relating to acquiring licenses, permits, and registrations in Texas can be found online at Four Great Hotels, One Convenient Location! (936) 699-3000 4404 S. First/Hwy 59S (936) 632-4949 4402 S. First/Hwy 59S (936) 699-2500 4400 S. First/Hwy 59S (936) 639-3333 4306 S. First/Hwy 59S Catering to the Corporate and Leisure Traveler Full Service Restaurant/Lounge Inside the Quality Inn & Suites Meeting Space Available for up to 80 16 | The Guide SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNERS REAL GRAPHICS TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING & REGULATION E.O. Thompson State Office Building P.O. Box 12157 | Austin, TX 78711 (800) 803-9202 DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE Advice is available to Texas employers with 15 or more employees who maintain workers’ compensation coverage. Employers must comply with certain drug-free workplace requirements, and are also subject to federal regulations. These federal regulations include the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and U.S. Department of Transportation regulations requiring drug and alcohol testing. TEXAS DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE INITIATIVE 2525 Wallingwood, Bldg. 5 | Austin, TX 78746 (512) 328-1144 or (800) 343-3822 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS The Occupational Safety and Health Consultations (OSHCON) program is administered by the Texas Workers’ Compensation Commission. Free on-site safety and health inspections are available to alert the employer of possible federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations. Employers with fewer than 150 employees, who take advantage of the free inspection and meet the federal requirements, will be exempted from a scheduled inspection for 12 months. TEXAS WORKERS COMPENSATION COMMISSION 4000 South IH 35 | Southfield Building | Austin, TX 78704 (512) 440-3745 RESOURCES VOTER REGISTRATION When registering to vote, an applicant must be a United States Citizen and a legal resident of Texas and Angelina County. Voters must be at least 18 years of age before Election Day, not a convicted felon (unless a person’s sentence is completed, including any probation and parole), and not declared mentally incapacitated by a court of law. New residents can register to vote at the Department of Motor Vehicles when transferring their driver’s license or at the Angelina County Tax Office. ANGELINA COUNTY TAX OFFICE 606 E. Lufkin Ave. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8376 DRIVER LICENSE New residents moving into Texas, who are at least 16 years or older and have a valid driver license from another state, have 90 days after entry into the state to secure a Texas Driver License. All out-ofstate applicants must visit a Texas Driver License office. DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES 2809 S. John Redditt Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 699-7331 SEAT BELTS Texas law requires all occupants of a vehicle, no matter their age, to be secured by a safety belt, no matter where they are seated in the vehicle. Whether you are a young family looking for a place to raise your children or a retiree looking for a place to spend your golden years, there is something for everyone in Angelina County. Nestled in the Pineywoods of East Texas, Angelina County has beautiful forests and modern amenities including shopping, entertainment, and advanced medical facilities. Be sure to play it safe when you are out and about by abiding by all state laws and local ordinances. This information is designed to help you find your way around when you are getting settled. CHILD SEATS All children younger than 8 years old, who are shorter than 4 feet, 9 inches, must be properly secured in a car seat or booster seat–or drivers face fines. Additional restraints aren’t required for taller children. VEHICLE REGISTRATION In order to register your vehicle in the state of Texas you must carry at least the state minimum liability of $30,000 for each injured person, up to $60,000 per accident and $25,000 for property damage per accident. The basic coverage is called 30/60/25 coverage. The Angelina County tax assessor-collector office provides vehicle title and registration services. ANGELINA COUNTY TAX OFFICE 606 E. Lufkin Ave. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8376 THE HISTORY CENTER COREOPSIS & TRAIN. PHOTO COURTESY OF JONATHAN K. GERLAND www.LufkinTexas.org F A M I LY BOAT REGISTRATION All motorized boats, regardless of length (motorized boats include boats propelled by a trolling motor) and all sailboats 14 feet in length or longer or any boats with an auxiliary engine are required by Texas law to have current registration. This includes boats that are docked or moored. TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE OFFICE Old Texas Plaza 4100 S. Medford Dr., Ste. 204B | Lufkin, TX (936) 632-1311 HUNTING LICENSE A hunting license is required of any person, regardless of age, who hunts any animal, bird, frog or turtle in this state (except furbearers, if the hunter possesses a trapper’s license). No license is required for nuisance fur-bearing animals, depredating hogs or coyotes. Non-residents under 17 years of age Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 17 CMC Recycling Leaders in Metal Recycling Since 1915. For almost a century, Commercial Metals Company has provided our customers with exceptional service and professionalism that has been recognized to be among the very best in the industry. We’ve been able to do so by being committed to understanding each customer’s needs. Whether you’re looking for a partner on a single project or long-term, regularly scheduled shipments, we will tailor our solution to fit your specific recycling needs. That’s a Commitment You Can Count On. 4060 Highway 59 North Lufkin, TX 75901 Toll Free: 800.944.8460 Local: 936.639.3718 www.cmc.com WWW.CMC.COM 18 | The Guide RESOURCES may purchase and hunt with the Special Resident Hunting License. Licenses may be purchased at all sporting goods stores. FISHING LICENSE Anglers who wish to try their hand at taking fish, clams, mussels, crawfish or any other aquatic life from Texas’ public waters must have a valid Texas Fishing License. These fishing licenses are available beginning the 31st of August each year. Licenses may be purchased at all sporting goods stores. MARRIAGE LICENSE Texas law states that anyone desiring to enter into a ceremonial marriage must obtain a marriage license from the county clerk of any county of this state. Applicants should be 18 years or older with valid identification. Blood test or health certificates are not required to obtain a license once the application is filed; there is a mandatory 72-hour waiting period. After the 72-hour waiting period is up, the marriage license remains valid for 30 days. There is a 30-day waiting period after a divorce is granted within this state. An applicant may apply for a license within the 30 days if the court issues a waiver in the divorce decree. ANGELINA COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 215 E. Lufkin Ave., 1st Floor | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8339 BIRTH CERTIFICATES For births that occurred within the past 75 years, copies of birth certificates can be requested only by the immediate family of the person whose name is on the birth certificate. If you are not an immediate family member, you must provide legal documentation, such as a court order, establishing guardianship that documents a direct and tangible interest in the birth certificate. Birth Certificates may be picked up at the Angelina County Courthouse. ANGELINA COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE 215 E. Lufkin Ave., 1st Floor | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8339 PET REGULATIONS Texas law requires all dogs and cats older than 4 months old to be vaccinated against rabies annually by a licensed veterinarian. All dogs within the Lufkin City Limits must be restrained while outdoors. KURTH MEMORIAL ANIMAL SHELTER 1901 Hill St. | Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 633-0218 FA M I LY ELECTRICITY AMERICAN ENERPOWER (936) 637-2995 DEEP EAST TEXAS ELECTRIC CO-OP (936) 229-4000 ELECTRIC CHOICE (866) 797-4839 TXU ENERGY (24 HOURS) WINNIE BERRY HUMANE SOCIETY OF ANGELINA COUNTY 1102 N. John Redditt Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 639-1880 TAXES STATE INCOME TAX Texas does not have an income tax. INHERITANCE TAX A Texas Inheritance Tax Return must be filed with the Comptroller, along with any tax due, no later than nine months after the date of death, unless the Comptroller’s office approves an extension to file and/ or pay. A request for an extension of time to file and/or pay the Texas Inheritance Tax Return must be postmarked by the original due date. RETAIL SALES TAX State Retail Tax is 8.25%. Food and prescription drugs are excluded. (800) 242-9113 TELEPHONE CONSOLIDATED COMMUNICATIONS 321 N. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (866) 989-2255 SUDDENLINK 1415 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-1116 AT&T 1905 Tulane Drive #103B | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 699-3730 ALLCOM AT&T 502 N. Brentwood Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-6090 CELLULAR ONE 4001 S. Medford, Ste. 200 | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 637-7561 VERIZON WIRELESS 2002 S. First St., Ste. 400 | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-6894 PROPERTY TAX For information on Homestead Exemption and property taxes contact the following: INTERNET ANGELINA COUNTY TAX OFFICE 1905 Tulane Drive #103B | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 699-3730 606 E. Lufkin Ave. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8376 COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS 306 Harmony Hill Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-2621 CABLE CONSOLIDATED COMMUNICATIONS 321 N. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (866) 989-2255 DOTCOM, LTD 115 N. University Dr. #C |Nacogdoches, TX 75961 (936) 559-0001 CONSOLIDATED COMMUNICATIONS 321 N. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (866) 989-2255 AT&T SUDDENLINK 1415 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-1116 SUDDENLINK 1415 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-1116 www.LufkinTexas.org Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 19 GOVERNMENT ELECTED OFFICIALS FEDERAL U. S. Congressman Louie Gohmert 1121 ESE Loop 323, Ste. 206 Tyler, TX 75701 (936) 632-3180 ELECTED OFFICIALS STATE State Senator Robert Nichols Lufkin office – 2915 Atkinson Dr. (936) 699-4988 State Rep. Trent Ashby Lufkin office – 2915 Atkinson Dr. (936) 634-2762 ELECTED OFFICIALS LOCAL Angelina County Courthouse Annex 606 E. Lufkin Ave. Lufkin, TX 75902 Angelina County Courthouse 215 E. Lufkin Ave. Lufkin, TX 75902 Angelina County Judge Wes Suiter (936) 634-5413 District Attorney Art Bauereiss (936) 632-5090 Angelina County Attorney Ed Jones (936) 639-3929 District Clerk Reba Squyres (936) 634-4312 Angelina County Clerk Amy Fincher (936) 634-8339 Angelina County Treasurer Deborah Huffman (936) 634-7312 Police (936) 829-5586 Diboll Water Dept. (936) 829-4757 Diboll ISD (936) 829-4718 Angelina County Tax Assessor Collector Thelma Sherman (936) 634-8376 Angelina County Sheriff Greg Sanches (936) 634-3332 City of Hudson (936) 875-2358 HUDSON Mayor Robert Smith (936) 875-2358 Auditor Eddie Gray (936) 634-8233 Chief Appraiser Tim Chambers (936) 634-8456 Commissioner’s Office (936) 632-5531 MUNICIPALITIES CENTRAL/POLLOK Fire (936) 633-0356 Police (936) 633-0356 Central Water Works (936) 853-2354 ANGELINA COUNTY COURTHOUSE Central ISD (936) 853-2216 Fire (936) 637-4728 DIBOLL Mayor John McClain (936) 829-2059 City of Diboll (936) 829-4757 Fire (936) 829-5555 20 | The Guide RESOURCES Police (936) 875-3022 Hudson Water Supply (936) 875-2146 Hudson ISD (936) 875-9256 FEDERAL COURTHOUSE Fire (936) 633-0356 HUNTINGTON Mayor Frank Harris (936) 422-4195 Police (936) 633-0356 City of Huntington (936) 422-4195 Lufkin ISD (936) 634-6696 Fire (936) 633-0356 ZAVALLA Mayor Kelly Dickinson (936) 897-3311 Police (936) 422-4199 City of Zavalla (936) 897-3311 Four Way Water (936) 422-4188 Fire (936) 897-8209 Huntington ISD (936) 876-4287 Police (936) 897-8209 LUFKIN Mayor Bob Brown (936) 633-0299 Zavalla Water Dept. 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Chestnut Lufkin 104 Main Huntington 816 N. Timberland Dr. Lufkin 221 N. Temple Diboll 1807 W. Frank St. Lufkin 198 E. Main St. Zavalla Convenient Locations Throughout Angelina County Lufkin • HunTingTon • DiboLL • zAvALLA Family & Community Andres Hernandez Store Director, N. Timberland We are a celebration of family and community! Whether it’s providing solutions in-store for a party at home or event at work, or counseling a customer on medication interactions, our experts are here to serve. Our employees you see may also be the little league coach, a tutor at your child’s school or work at the local food pantry. We find that the relationships that start in our stores carry out into each of our communities. bakery • deli • pharmacy brookshirebrothers.com Supplying the East Texas area with the best in asphalt and aggregate materials since 1958. Landscaping, Driveways, Parking Lots, and Highways We are committed to providing the best product for any project and the right service to achieve our customers’ goals. 24 | The Guide Mitch Carroll Store Director, Chestnut RESOURCES H E A LT H C A R E With excellent medical facilities and healthcare professionals, Lufkin/Angelina County is the regional healthcare hub for Central East Texas. Lufkin houses medical resources including two major hospitals, a Veterans Administration outpatient clinic, a long-term acute care hospital, various specialized treatment facilities, assisted living centers, a hospitality house, and several nursing homes, making it a destination for quality healthcare and advanced medical technology. VETERANS ADMINISTRATION CLINIC The Charles Wilson VA Outpatient Clinic, located at 2206 N. John Redditt Dr. in Lufkin, provides board-certified primary care, surgical and psychiatric nursing care, radiology testing, pharmacy, benefits counseling and veterans’ claims assistance. For more information, call (936) 637-1342. SPECIALTY CARE Angelina County offers an extensive list of specialized physicians to provide the best care. Specialty care includes: Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Clinical Allergy, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Hyperbaric Medicine, Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Neurology, Neurological Surgery, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, OB/GYN, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Oral Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Pathology, Pediatrics, Plastic Surgery, Psychiatry, Podiatry, Pulmonology, Radiology, Rheumatology, Thoracic Surgery, Urgent Care Facilities and Urology. ADULT DAY CARE The Salvation Army Adult Day Care Center in Lufkin provides loving care a step above what senior citizens might get at home alone and is an alternative to a nursing home. Workers at the 8,000-square-foot facility on Shands Drive, off Hill Street, care for adults age 55 and older in Angelina County and the surrounding area. The center is located in close proximity to Lufkin’s two hospitals. Indoor and outdoor activities provided are musical and theatrical visiting groups, www.LufkinTexas.org crafts, dominoes, bingo, indoor golf, daily devotions, current events, trivia, exercise, movies, table games and field trips. A dietician plans breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack menus. The center has medical supervision that includes a fulltime LVN and a RN consultant. A visiting beautician provides hair and nail care. For more information call (936) 634-1234. HEALTH DISTRICT The Angelina County and Cities Health District was organized by community leaders in 1967 to protect and promote public health in Angelina County. Located at 503 Hill Street in Lufkin, the Health District offers full service public health programs as an affiliate of the Texas Department of State Health Services. For information call (936) 632-1139. Services provided include: • WIC Nutrition Program • Adult and Children’s Immunization Program • STD/HIV & TB Testing & Treatment • Primary Care Clinic/Pharmacy • Women’s Health Services & Family Planning • Children’s Health Services/Dental Referral • Social Services & Behavioral Health Counseling • Environmental Services • Health Education for Chronic Disease HOSPICE CARE Angelina County is home to several excellent hospice care facilities that provide assistance to patients facing end of life decisions. Services are provided to patients and their families in the patients’ homes and can include medical assistance, personal assistance, emotional and spiritual support and bereavement services for family members. JOE W. ELLIOTT HOUSE The Joe W. Elliott House, established in 1994 as a memorial to Diboll Banker Joe W. Elliott, is a hospitality ministry, offering a place for out-of-town patients and their family members to stay while receiving medical treatment in Lufkin. Operate as a joint venture by Hospice in the Pines and CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial, the facility provides inexpensive lodging, laundry and kitchen facilities, and necessities that may have been forgotten by the patient. Located within walking distance of CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial on Gene Samford Dr. and a short drive from Woodland Heights Medical Center, staff includes three full time employees, hospice chaplain, and many dedicated volunteers. For more information call (936) 631-3400 or visit www.joewelliotthouse.com and www. hospiceinthepines.org. BLOOD CENTERS Working hard to save lives, the Angelina County blood centers provide area hospitals with an adequate supply of blood. From blood drives to individual donations, both the Blood Center of East Texas and Carter Bloodcare Center accept donations for all of East Texas. ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES Angelina County is home to many excellent assisted living facilities that provide supervision or assistance with day-to-day activities; coordination of services by outside healthcare providers; and monitoring of resident activities to help to ensure their health, safety and well-being. Area assisted living facilities range in size from small residential housing for very few residents up to very large facilities providing services to many residents. Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 25 H E A LT H C A R E RESOURCES EXCEPTIONAL CARE CLOSE TO HOME • The Area’s Preferred Provider for Emergency, Inpatient and Outpatient Care Services* • Temple Cancer Center earned Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care CHI ST. LUKE’S HEALTH MEMORIAL For more than 65 years, CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial has served as a beacon of health, hope and commitment to the community. No longer a stand-alone health system, CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial is part of one of the largest health systems in the nation, benefitting from ties to the St. Luke’s Health system in Houston, Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Heart Institute and Texas Children’s Hospital. This affiliation strengthens the organization’s dedication to providing the utmost in quality health care and enhances its ability to bring new technology, resources and capital investment to the people of East Texas. With facilities in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, as well as Memorial Specialty Hospital, the area’s only long-term acute care facility, CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. As a valued community partner, the organization also contributes millions of dollars in charity care and local support each year. Memorial Clinics physicians and nurse practitioners – located in Lufkin, Livingston, San Augustine, Hemphill, Cleveland, Coldspring and Groveton – pride themselves on delivering exceptional health care in state-of-the-art facilities that offer the latest in technology and patient comfort. CHI St. Luke’s Health’s mission is to nurture the healing ministry of the Church, supported by education and research. Fidelity to the Gospel urges the physicians, nurses and staff to emphasize human dignity and social justice as healthier communities are created in East Texas. *HealthStream Research, Community Perception Survey 2015 26 | The Guide • New Linear Accelerator and $4.5 million in upgrades for the treatment of cancer • Dedicated Heart & Stroke Care Facility • Earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Advanced Stroke Care • Accredited Advanced Chest Pain Center with PCI • Platinum Award for the Treatment of Heart Attack by the American Heart Association • Dedicated Inpatient Stroke Unit • Modern ICU and Progressive Care Units • Brand new Outpatient Cardiac Cath Lab for Diagnostic Imaging • Cardiac Rehabilitation Center and Heart & Vascular Imaging Center • 14,000-square-foot Outpatient Therapy Center • Two state-of-the-art Imaging Centers complete with PET/CT scanning and two Open Bore MRIs • Wound Care & Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment Center • Surgery, complete with two da Vinci HD Robots • Orthopedic Center earned Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics • Women’s Center • Sleep Center • Infusion Center for IV Therapy, Chemotherapy and Therapeutic Injections • Inpatient Therapy • Polk Education Center for Heart, Stroke and Diabetes • Express Lab • Patient Wellness and Education Center • Consistently Chosen as the Best Hospital and Emergency Room by Lufkin Daily News Readers WOODLAND HEIGHTS MEDICAL CENTER For almost 100 years, Woodland Heights Medical Center has been providing quality health care to East Texans. As the first hospital in Lufkin, Woodland Heights has been at the forefront of healthcare in East Texas, continually providing the best in compassionate care and quality. These high standards are a product of working closely with physicians, staff and the community to provide the best possible patient care. The quality service Woodland Heights provides extends to many of the service lines the facility offers. The hospital holds The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for its treatment of Chest Pain and Heart Failure in addition to Total Hip Replacement & Total Knee Replacement. By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in disease-specific care, these awards recognize Woodland Heights’ dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards. In April 2015, the facility celebrated the opening of The Orthopedic Center at Woodland Heights, a unit that focuses specifically on orthopedic patients and getting them back to life. As the hospital strives to be the preferred Joint Care provider in deep East Texas, the philosophy of care is to provide excellence in patient care by collaboration on continuum of care, patient education and continuous performance improvement. Additionally, last October (2015) the facility began a $9.8 million construction project to expand capacity for key service lines and enhance the patient experience – an upgrade and addition in the surgery area and an increase in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) footprint. “Woodland Heights continues to grow and invest in the East www.LufkinTexas.org Texas area to serve the medical needs of our patients and community,” states Kyle Swift, CEO of Woodland Heights. “We appreciate the continued support of our physicians, staff and Board of Trustees and their commitment to being the healthcare provider of choice.” In the surgery area, the improvements will include enlarging the outpatient area and the addition of one new surgical suite. Aesthetic upgrades will be made throughout the clinical care areas and in the waiting areas used by family members. These changes will improve efficiency in the surgery department and allow for continued growth, as this area has seen a steady increase in the last several years. The NICU will see the addition of 9 beds that will take the unit from six beds to 15, with the footprint extending out from the unit that was opened in 2013. Since the opening, the physicians and staff in the NICU have cared for more than 200 babies, which is both a financial and emotional relief for all of those families. Woodland Heights also takes pride in the education and affinity programs offered through Senior Circle, a local organization that provides a wide variety of opportunities for those 50 and better who are looking to stay active and healthy in the prime of their lives. Senior Circle delivers a broad range of “stay healthy, stay engaged” activities ranging from monthly luncheons, exercise classes, sewing groups, day trips, extended trips, Bingo, art projects, and more. 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Successful Community Locations and Expansions Angelina Hotel Quad/Graphics Dolphin Services & Chemicals LLC Joint Forces Reserve Center High Standard GE Oil & Gas Lockheed Martin Atkinson Candy Georgia Pacific Holmes Smokehouse Etech Angelina American Blue Bell Creameries Pilgrim’s Pride American e-Chem Angelina Tank 300 E. Shepherd • P.O. Box 130 • Lufkin, TX 75902-0130 • 936.633.0251 www.lufkinedc.com • ecodev@cityoflufkin. com 30 | The Guide Skelton | Slusher Barnhill | Watkins | Wells PLLC Attorneys at Law Scott Skelton Aimee C. Slusher Jeff “Marty” Barnhill Brent L. Watkins Judi C. Wells Krystal Garcia Riley Becca M. McMahon Joshua L. McMahon, IV Joe McElroy Todd L. Kassaw John D. Stover Tim Karczewski 936.632.2300 1616 S. Chestnut • Lufkin, Texas www.skeltonslusher.com www.LufkinTexas.org Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 31 ED U CATI O N RESOURCES Educational opportunities for people of all ages and interests can be found in the diverse group of public, private and higher education facilities in Angelina County. There are six Independent School districts and multiple privates, charter and alternative schools as well as a junior college that offers classes for students of all ages. All of the educational formats offer their own unique blend of academics and extracurricular teachings. Additionally, there are educational opportunities for students who choose not to follow a traditional education path. in innovation being the first school district in our area to provide “one to one” Google Chromebooks for students. Digital tools LUFKIN ISD have made a significant impact by changing the way students The mission of Lufkin ISD is to educate and equip all students for success through exceptional learning experiences. We accomplish that success through world- class academics with rigorous and creative teaching that takes students to another level. Our Gifted and Talented, PACE, Magnet (STEM), and Dual Language programs have produced 118 AP Scholars, and countless Academic All Star Students. Lufkin ISD can meet the needs of every student to inspire and challenge them whether they are competitive in sports, choir, accounting, theatre arts, band, robotics, photography, culinary arts, computer coding, and much more. At Lufkin ISD, the difference is in the outcome. Students graduate to something and not just from somewhere. With 98% of graduating seniors entering college or the military, Lufkin ISD produces some of the best quality graduates prepared for our ever-changing world. Lufkin ISD… leading today’s students, preparing tomorrow’s leaders. CENTRAL ISD Central Independent School District is excited about engaging students in 21st century learning opportunities. Our desire is to train and equip students through a customized education plan designed for success in college and/or in the workforce. In keeping with their individual gifts and talents, we want to help each student choose the right path for their future. Angelina College has been a valued partner of Central ISD for many years. Central High School students can earn between 20 to 30 college-hours with the district paying all tuition and fees. Also, the district has outstanding co-extracurricular programs developing well-rounded students. Finally, Central ISD believes 32 | The Guide learn. We understand that whether our students decide to enter the workforce after high school or plan to continue academic studies, technology fluency and digital learning skills are crucial to their success. Central ISD is a great place for students to learn and grow. DIBOLL ISD Diboll Independent School District, as the educational center of this community, prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century through the collaborative efforts of parents, staff and community in a safe learning environment. As one of the leading school districts in the area, Diboll is committed to quality education for the well-being of all children. The full involvement and resources of the entire community allow Diboll Independent School District to provide the education necessary to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Their dedication to education makes Diboll the most desirable place to live in East Texas. HUDSON ISD Hudson ISD’s vision is to build on the exemplary and continue to be a quality, well-rounded academic environment that recognizes the diversity, talents and interests of its students. The community is extremely supportive in providing quality facilities that support this new vision. Hudson has a strong partnership with Angelina College, promoting post-secondary opportunities. Students are enrolled in many dual credit classes on the college campus, as well as on-line courses accessed from the campus. This partnership has expanded to the career programs. In 2009, LUFKIN HIGH SCHOOL Hudson ISD became the first public high school to offer a LVN Program on its high school campus. Hudson’s new vision will build on this pathway, opening additional career certification opportunities for its students. HUNTINGTON ISD Huntington Independent School District focuses on providing excellence in education for all students. The District provides programs to prepare students for success at school and in future endeavors with emphasis on achieving tomorrow’s excellence today. Take a moment to learn about Huntington; and because there is no substitute for personal experience, they welcome you to set up an appointment to visit one of their campuses. ZAVALLA ISD Zavalla ISD works hard to bring the past, present, and future together to make ZISD a success. Zavalla ISD is an upwardly evolving school district that has taken tremendous strides recently. The community is forward thinking and supportive of the district’s endeavors. The two campuses are comprised of a faculty and staff of the highest quality who are committed to all students achieving beyond their own imaginations. The Board of Trustees have set ZISD on a course for progress and they continue to strive for excellence. Zavalla ISD endorses academic achievement for every student and promotes extracurricular success for all programs. Recent expansions in technology have allowed for 1:1 technology in grades 3-5 and the creation of a Google Chromebook lab for high school students. The new athletic complex is used by the community on a daily basis for walking and jogging, as well as for PE classes and athletic teams. www.LufkinTexas.org STATE CHAMPION LUFKIN PANTHER SOCCER TEAM. PHOTO COURTESY OF SEAN DUPRE. ZISD schools are small enough to make personal connections and the offers of great opportunities for children to learn in a safe, nurturing environment. The parents, community members, churches, and local businesses of Zavalla are devoted to the success of all students by facilitating in the creation of a solid academic foundation for their children. CRIMSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Crimson Christian Academy is currently serving the East Texas area by providing K-12 education and is accredited by ACTS and recognized by TEPSAC. Crimson Christian Academy partners with families to provide a biblically-based, Christian worldview curriculum challenging each student to achieve their highest spiritual, academic, creative, and athletic potential for the glory of God. Crimson Christian Academy is located at 7020 S. Hwy 59 in Burke, TX. PINEYWOODS COMMUNITY ACADEMY Pineywoods Community Academy is an open enrollment public charter school that opened its doors in 1998. Located at 602 South Raguet in Lufkin, Pineywoods offers a comprehensive elementary and secondary education program. For the 2015-2016 school year, the school serves 970 students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Designated an Early College High School by the Texas Education Agency, Pineywoods students spend part of their day at Angelina College beginning in grade 9 where they have the opportunity to take dual credit classes that allow students to earn high school and college credit at the same time. Transportation is provided for students from Pineywoods to the Angelina College campus. Students who begin the program in grade 9 have an opportunity to graduate with both a high school diploma and up to 60 college hours including an Associate Degree from Angelina College. STUBBLEFIELD LEARNING CENTER Beth and Horace Stubblefield Learning Center is an accredited non-traditional high school focusing on dropout recovery and prevention. In 1996, Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 33 E D U C ATI O N our participating districts (Central, Diboll, Hudson, Lufkin and Zavalla) and the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce formed a cooperative that created our self-paced environment for retaining and educating students. This partnership allows “at-risk” students between the ages of 16 and 21 who are no longer in school, are credit deficient and/or are in danger of dropping out, a “second chance” to earn a high school diploma from their home district. The program is based on flexibility and personalized self-paced courses. All basic academic courses plus a variety of vocational classes are offered at Stubblefield Learning Center. Our unique program gives individuals over the age of 21 an opportunity to earn a diploma from the district in which they live. Community leaders, educators, local businesses, organizations and foundations continue to work together to maintain a program that gives “atrisk” students a “second chance” to gain skills and knowledge that qualifies them for employment, further education and/or career advancement. ST. CYPRIAN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL St. Cyprian’s Episcopal School was established in 1955. We provide an extraordinary learning experience to a diverse student population in a Christian environment. Passionate teachers and staff provide a academic rigor, engaging instruction and innovative curriculum in a nurturing environment. Specialty classes of art, music, technology, and environmental science allow students to develop skills of teamwork, creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. Call today for a tour at (936) 632-1720, or visit our website at www. saintcyprians.org. St. Cyprian’s Episcopal School is accredited by the state of Texas and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools. ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Patrick is a co-educational Catholic school serving students of all faiths in grades Pre-K3 through 8th. St. Patrick’s offers exceptional educational opportunities to students in Angelina and surrounding counties and are dedicated to their spiritual, academic and physical development. The school’s programs emphasize religious education, advanced curriculum, technology and physical fitness and teaches students the skills that empower them to excel in today’s society. ANGELINA COLLEGE Angelina College offers 2-year Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees, along with certificates of completion in more than 60 different fields of study. The college is a two-year institution founded in 1968, and has upgraded its educational facilities to include offcampus centers in Jasper, Livingston and Crockett. AC is highly regarded for its health care, technical and industrial training programs. In addition, AC’s Distance Learning programs allow students to “attend” classes from areas throughout 34 | The Guide RESOURCES East Texas. Many of the college’s students complete their education at Stephen F. Austin State University, only 20 miles away in neighboring Nacogdoches. Angelina College’s credit enrollment is now well over the 5,000 mark. The college offers both transfer and vocational classes at an affordable cost. Community Services’ short courses are available for continuing education geared toward providing job skills and for recreation. TEXAS BIBLE COLLEGE Texas Bible College offers courses of study in Theology, Christian Music and Christian Education. The curriculum for the courses of study has been developed over the fifty-two-year history of the college. Freshman, junior and senior courses are offered on campus. Correspondence courses are also available. The sixty-acre TB campus offers fresh air, security, and beautiful, clean facilities. We offer a two year Associates Degree and a four year Bachelor Degree in Theology, Christian Music, Christian Education and Missions. ADULT LEARNING CENTER The Adult Learning Center provides free classes for adults wanting to achieve their GED, learn English/English literacy civics; and/or prepare for college. Online instruction is available. IT’S YOUR TURN A ngelina C ollege A Great Place to Start. Since 1968, thousands of people of every age have discovered why Angelina College is such a great place to start. Whether you’re looking for classes for an associate’s degree or university transfer, or courses toward certification in a specific skill, AC offers education and training in more than 60 fields of study. Now it’s your turn to get off to your own great start. Visit the web site at www.angelina.edu or call 936-633-5212 for more information Customer Driven. Community Focused. Our future is all about yours, because we understand that when you succeed, we all succeed. Explore Banking with us. CNBTexas.com Lufkin - Downtown 415 S. 1st Street (936) 639-2141 Lufkin - West 805 S. John Redditt Dr. (936) 632-6621 Member FDIC Since1950 Award-Winning Relocation Services www.americanrealestate.com 936.632.7000 Each ERA Real Estate Powered® Office is Independently Owned and Operated. www.LufkinTexas.org Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 35 & N O NPRO FIT CIVIC ORGANIZATION RESOURCES Angelina County and its residents are known for their service to the community and giving spirit. As a newcomer, we encourage you to get plugged into the community by getting involved with local charitable and civic organizations. Below is a list of local non-profit and civic organizations. Feel free to contact them and find ways to become an active member of our community! ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 304 N. Raguet, Ste. C Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 632-9930 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 212 Gene Samford Dr. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 634-2940 AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY #113 2801 Valley Ave. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 633-2638 ANGELINA ARTS ALLIANCE P.O. Box 152634 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 633-5234 ANGELINA BEAUTIFUL/CLEAN, INC. 1615 S. Chestnut Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-5326 ANGELINA COUNTY HEART ALLIANCE P.O. Box 150431 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 699-2665 BUCKNER CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES 3402 Daniel McCall #21 Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 637-3300 CASA OF THE PINES, INC. 317 E. Shepherd Ave. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-6725 CHRISTIAN INFORMATION & SERVICE CENTER (CISC) P.O. Box 2621 Lufkin, TX 75902 (936) 634-2857 CRIME STOPPERS OF LUFKIN 300 E. Shepherd Ave. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-8477 DEEP EAST TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF BUILDERS 304 S. Timberland Dr. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 875-3000 EAST TEXAS FUN BUNCH, INC. 1305 Tulane Dr. ANGELINA COUNTY LADIES LIONS CLUB Lufkin, TX 75901 1411 Turtle Cr., Ste. B (936) 553-8475 Lufkin, TX 75904 EAST TEXAS HUMAN RESOURCES (936) 635-6714 ASSOCIATION ANGELINA COUNTY REPUBLICAN CLUB P.O. Box 1305 P.O. Box 153305 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 634-1979 ANGELINA ROTARY CLUB P.O. Box 150131 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 414-2840 Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-1351 EAST TEXAS REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT CO. 3800 Stone Rd. Kilgore, TX 75662 (903) 984-8641 BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA/EAST TEXAS FAMILY CRISIS CENTER AREA COUNCIL 2401 Davisville Rd. THE PREGNANCY HELP CENTER GOODWILL INDUSTRIES 301 Hill St. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 632-8838 GREATER EAST TEXAS COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM 103 E. Bremond Lufkin, TX 75902 (936) 693-4787 2425 Brentwood Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-8445 HAROLD’S HOUSE 109 Temple Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-1999 HOSPICE IN THE PINES 1504 W. Frank Avenue Lufkin, TX 75904-3314 (936) 632-1514 JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT P.O. Box 151952 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 632-0490 JUNIOR LEAGUE OF LUFKIN Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-1681 P.O. Box 151812 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 635-7369 BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF DEEP EAST TEXAS FRIENDS OF ELLEN TROUT ZOO KEEP LUFKIN BEAUTIFUL 941 Tower Rd. Nacogdoches, TX 75961 (936) 560-6844 36 | The Guide 1615 S. Chestnut St. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-6644 LUFKIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS P. O. Box 153341 Lufkin, TX 75915 LUFKIN DREAM CENTER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF ANGELINA 3896 FM 2496 Lufkin, TX 75901 COUNTY, INC. 1331 E. Fifth St. Tyler, TX 75701 (903) 597-7201 402 Zoo Circle Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 633-0399 LUFKIN/ANGELINA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 1615 S. Chestnut Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-5326 (936) 875-4176 LUFKIN HOST LIONS CLUB 121 Herndon Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-7445 LUFKIN LANDSCAPE TASK FORCE P.O. Box 190 Lufkin, TX 75902 (936) 632-2712 LUFKIN PRO DAY GROUP P.O. Box 154652 Lufkin, TX 75915 (936) 633-0205 PHYSICIANS OF EAST TEXAS, L.L.C. 111-B Gaslight Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 637-7638 PILOT CLUB OF LUFKIN (936) 639-3600 PREGNANCY HELP CENTER OF LUFKIN 401 Gaslight Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 632-9292 T. L. L. TEMPLE FOUNDATION FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH THE COALITION HARMONY HILL BAPTIST CHURCH THE JOSEPH HOUSE LUFKIN FIRST ASSEMBLY THE MOSAIC CENTER LUFKIN’S FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH TOP LADIES OF DISTINCTION, INC. LUFKIN FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 109 Temple Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-5197 109 Temple Blvd. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-9308 5783 FM 841 Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-2288 601 N. First Street Lufkin, TX 75901-3007 (936) 639-5068 1128 Sayers St. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 639-1951 UNITED WAY OF ANGELINA COUNTY 1019 E. Denman Ave. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-3203 607 Jane Way Ave. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 634-3711 2708 South Chestnut Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-1350 2021 S. John Redditt Dr. Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-3540 106 E. Bremond Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-3386 1604 S. Medford Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-9443 LUFKIN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 805 E. Denman Ave. TX 75901 WINNIE BERRY HUMANE SOCIETY OF Lufkin, (936) 639-3141 ANGELINA COUNTY 1102 N. John Redditt Dr. NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH OF Lufkin, TX 75902 LUFKIN, TEXAS INC. (936) 639-1880 WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS 539 S. Chestnut, Ste. 300 Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-3141 1202 Cain St. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 634-6759 ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC CHURCH CHURCHES 1611 Feagin Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-9100 CHRIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH ST. CYPRIAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 104 West Shepherd Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-2009 919 S. John Redditt Dr. Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 639-1253 EASTVIEW UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 1407 North Medford Lufkin, TX 75902 (936) 632-3525 1505 S. John Redditt Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 634-7810 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH TEXAS DISTRICT UPC 1300 S. First Street Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 634-8341 www.LufkinTexas.org 4109 S. First Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-7718 Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 37 C U LT U R E &ARTS RESOURCES In their free time, the citizens of Lufkin and Angelina County like to participate in the many art, music, and cultural events offered throughout the year. With museums, live music, community events and shows, there is something for everyone in Angelina County. ANNUAL EVENTS ANGELINA BENEFIT RODEO The Angelina Benefit Rodeo takes place during the last week of April every year and is hosted by the Lufkin Host Lions Club. The Rodeo has grown in popularity over the years due to the talent of participants it continues to draw in, bringing in some of the top riders in the nation. In 2015, The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) recognized the Angelina Benefit Rodeo as one of the top five rodeos in its class in the entire nation. The proceeds earned from the event are donated back into the community with the Lufkin State Supported Living Center being the biggest benefactor. ANGELINA COUNTY FAIR For 67 years the Angelina County Fair has been a place for the youth of our community to showcase the hard work of over 1,000 projects. Hundreds of students exhibit livestock, arts and crafts, and ag mechanic projects, as well as cakes, cookies, and desserts in an effort to win the title of Grand Champion in each category. Winning exhibits are auctioned off to buyers on the Saturday of the Fair with proceeds from the auction funding future projects and college for many exhibitors. Our Fair continues to grow each year with the support of our generous community bringing family entertainment for all to enjoy. CATTLE BARON’S GALA The Cattle Baron’s Gala is an American Cancer Society fundraiser that is held annually in the fall. The event includes live music, food and drinks, dancing, live and silent auctions, raffles and much more. 38 | The Guide Funds raised at the event go toward local services and cancer research. LUFKIN’S BISTRO Lufkin’s Bistro is East Texas’ most elegant outdoor wining and dining experience. Come enjoy live music downtown under the stars and treat yourself to domestic beers and wines, food from the area’s finest restaurants and caterers. Pineywoods Purgatory participants get a stay and play discount, so make the weekend of it! See you downtown on October 1, 2016. LUFKIN LANDSCAPE TASK FORCE ANNUAL GALA Lufkin Landscape Task Force Annual Gala is a ‘Taste of (different country each year)”. This is a fundraiser to enhance the beauty of our community. LLTF’s accomplishments have been landscaping the entrance to Ellen Trout Zoo, renovation of Chambers Park, cosponsoring entrance to George Henderson Expo Center, developing Louis Bronaugh Park with the Amphitheater and Spirit of America Garden, and Gaslight Blvd. This exciting event includes food, drinks, live music, silent and live auctions. GARLAND L. PARISE PINEYWOODS PURGATORY Started in 1991 by Garland L. Parise, the Pineywoods Purgatory Bike Ride takes place on the first Saturday in October and serves as a memorial to his memory. It has become one of the premier bicycling events in the state. There are 4 routes (100, 72, 50 and 25 miles) that take riders through some of the best scenery and most challenging hills in East Texas. The event is managed by the George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center along with numerous volunteers. Each rest stop on the route is hosted by local businesses, who compete annually for bragging rights and a trophy for “Best Rest Stop”. The ride benefits the George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center and the Horace and Beth Stubblefield Learning Center, to help underprivileged Angelina County students receive a high school diploma. TEXAS STATE FOREST FESTIVAL www.TexasStateForestFestival.com The Texas State Forest Festival is an annual event of the Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce. Generally held at the end of September, this five-day festival attracts more than 25,000 visitors each year to the George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center in Lufkin, Texas. The festival includes entertainment, commercial vendors, great food, competitions, a petting zoo, and a carnival. Proceeds from the event support the Lufkin/ Angelina County Chamber of Commerce, Angelina Beautiful/Clean, the George H. Henderson, Jr. Exposition Center and the Texas Forestry Museum. PLACES ANGELINA ARTS ALLIANCE 3500 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 633-5454 www.AngelinaArts.org The mission of the Angelina Arts Alliance is to enrich, entertain, and educate by bringing live professional performing arts events to East Texas and Lufkin/ Angelina County. Established as a 501 (c) 3 in 2001, and using the 900 plus seat Temple Theatre as their primary venue, the Arts Alliance has presented over 100 major events featuring artists from all over the globe. Celebrities and world-class performers who have graced ANGELINA COUNTY FAIR the stage at the Temple Theatre venue include Kenny Rogers, The Texas Tenors, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, STOMP, Vince Gill, Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet… and the list goes on and on. The Schooltime Series, Family Fun Day, and Educational Outreach Series bring the world of performing arts to the youth of Angelina County- opening the eyes, the imaginations, and the minds of children many of which might not otherwise have the opportunity to experience live, professional theatre. Schooltime Series programming follows Texas public schools grade specific curriculum as well as National Science Education Standards for emphasis on STEM/STEAM learning. Season subscriptions for the Premier Series are available at the Temple Theater box office, on the Angelina College campus, every spring. Subscriber benefits include priority seating and discounts on additional single ticket purchases. For a season brochure or more information call the box office at (936) 633-5454. BRONAUGH PARK (936) 633-0250 www.CityofLufkin.com Louis Bronaugh Park, formerly City Hall Park, was renamed on June 6, 2006 after longtime Lufkin Mayor Louis Bronaugh. It is one of Lufkin’s newest park facilities. It is located across Charlton from City Hall. The park is an excellent facility for public ceremonies. The City of Lufkin, in conjunction with the Landscape Task Force dedicated the bronze eagle sculpture in Bronaugh Park on September 11, 2002. The the newly dedicated bronze eagle in Bronaugh Park was designed by Edd Hayes to memorialize all the people www.LufkinTexas.org who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. On February 1, 2004, the Lufkin Landscape Task Force hosted a Memorial service to commemorate the first anniversary of the Columbia disaster at Bronaugh Park. A memorial marker and flag were dedicated. DOWNTOWN LUFKIN (936) 633-0206 www.CityofLufkin.com Downtown Lufkin is the site of many dining establishments, unique retail shops and antique collections. Also, a historic walking tour reveals the history of Lufkin. Don’t miss the beautiful murals painted by Lance Hunter throughout the downtown area. Five murals each depict historic businesses or tales of Lufkin. At City Hall, you’ll find the Medford Western Art Collection, which features beautiful western art. ELLEN TROUT ZOO 402 Zoo Circle| Lufkin, TX 75904 (936) 633-0399 www.EllenTroutZoo.com Acclaimed as one of the finest small city zoos in the nation, Ellen Trout Zoo provides homes to nearly 800 wild and exotic creatures from around the world. At the park, you can ride a miniature pre-Civil War train replica around the lake and through the beautiful pine trees. MAINSTREET LUFKIN (936) 633-0205 www.MainStreetLufkin.com Main Street Lufkin is a community development organization and works to improve economic management and strengthen public participation by making downtown a fun place to live, work, shop and play. Main Street Lufkin produces several annual events throughout the year which attract thousands, among these are the Annual Downtown Hoedown Festival, Downtown Halloween Trick or Treat and the festive Main Street Lufkin Lighted Christmas Parade. For more information contact Barbara Thompson, Main Street director at (936) 633-0205. MUSEUM OF EAST TEXAS 503 N. Second St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-4434 www.metlufkin.org The Museum of East Texas explores art and history through exhibitions, lectures, performances, classes and publications. The museum was founded in 1976 and is one of the first museums in East Texas. NARANJO MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 5104 S. First St. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 639-3466 www.NaranjoMuseum.org The Naranjo Museum of Natural History is a source of discovery and inspiration for East Texas families and as a permanent home for the Naranjo Collection. The museum collects and cares for specimens and artifacts that document the history of life on Earth. It was founded to create an educational experience that fosters family learning and nurtures interaction between children and our shared history. TEXAS FORESTRY MUSEUM 1905 Atkinson Dr. | Lufkin, TX 75901 (936) 632-9535 www.TreeTexas.com The Texas Forestry Museum, the only Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce | 39 C U LT U R E &ARTS RESOURCES one of its kind in Texas, features the development of the forest industry since the late 1800’s. Historic collections allow visitors to discover what life was like in early sawmill towns. Hands-on exhibits engage young visitors, too! THE PINES THEATRE Built in 1925, by builder/architect W.P Berry, the new Pines Theatre was the center of Lufkin’s social gatherings. The Pines was initially used as a vaudeville theater and playhouse. The first Grand THE HISTORY CENTER Opening was September 9, 1925 and the 102 N. Temple | Diboll, TX 75941 theatre was closed sometime in the 1960’s (936) 829-3543 or 1970’s. In 1988 the theatre was added www.TheHistoryCenterOnline.com to the National Register of Historic Places The History Center is a free-to-the-public and in 2007 the City of Lufkin purchased history and archives center that collects, The Pines. December 1, 2012 the City of preserves, and provides access to the Lufkin re-opened the doors of The Pines history of East Texas for the benefit Theatre with a grand opening cocktail event and enjoyment of present and future featuring Irish tenor Paul Byrom. A new generations. Research holdings include manuscripts, newspapers, books, business history is being created and events of all and local government records, maps, audio types from movies and plays to concerts and socials are hosted at the theatre. For and video materials, and more than one information on booking the Pines contact million photographs. Indoor and outdoor (936) 633-0297 and to purchase tickets to exhibits highlight the archival collections and include a fully accessible 1920 Baldwin The Pines Presents Series call (936) 633steam locomotive and a 1948 caboose. 0349 or go to www.ThePinesLufkin.com. LOCAL CELEBRATIONS TEXAS STATE FOREST FESTIVAL JANUARY MAY SEPTEMBER DECEMBER • Chamber Banquet • Cinco De Mayo Festival • Expo Party • Diboll Tamale Festival • Zoo Brew • Texas State Forest Festival • An Evening in Old Bethlehem • Texas Forestry Museum Christmas at the Company Store • Texas Forestry Museum Santa Claus Express and Trail of Lights • Museum of East Texas Family Day • Yule Love Lufkin • CASA Home Tour FEBRUARY • Corks & Forks • Angelina County Fair • Bull Bash JUNE • Heritage Festival • Neches River Rendezvous • Tee It Up for Teachers Golf Tournament APRIL JULY MARCH • AB/C Clay Tournament • Angelina County Benefit Rodeo • Downtown Hoedown • Women in Red Luncheon • Angelina County Science & Tech Fair • Family Day at the Zoo • City of Lufkin Fireworks Extravaganza AUGUST • Community Impact Awards OCTOBER • Pineywoods Purgatory • Cattle Baron’s Gala • Main Street Trick or Treat • Power of Pink Luncheon • VFW Carnival • Lufkin’s Bistro • Diboll Day NOVEMBER • Pineywoods Veterans Celebration & Parade • Santa arrives in Lufkin Mall • Rudolph Pumping Unit Lighting Ceremony • Main Street Lufkin Lighted Christmas Parade FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS GO TO WWW.LUFKINTEXAS.ORG/CALENDAR 42 | The Guide RESOURCES & SHOPPING ENTERTAINMENT With a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment, you don’t have to look very far to have a good time in Angelina County. Lufkin has many entertainment options including movie theatres, live performance theatre, museums, bowling, skating, shopping and dining. No matter the occasion, you are sure to have a fun filled experience. PHOTO COURTESY OF SARAH HARBUCK From locally owned restaurants serving up home cooked meals to national chains of all kinds there is something for everyone. Grab a cup of coffee on the way to work or dine at one of the local restaurants on your lunch break. You are sure to find the answer to whatever you are craving. If you’re looking for great shopping, then you have come to the right place. As the shopping hub for Angelina County, Lufkin is an excellent place to shop, dine, socialize and participate in local events. Spend time shopping in any of the shopping districts or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants. With more than a dozen different shopping districts to explore, opportunities are available to sample the diverse collection of anything from large retail to one-of-akind shops. You’ll find clothing, jewelry, home furnishings, skin care products and services, kids’ educational activities, toys and games, art, books, food, gifts and much, much more! Theatre. There’s always something going on downtown, so be sure to participate in the many excellent celebrations like the Downtown Hoedown, Corks and Forks, Lufkin’s Bistro and more. For a great night on the town, the Angelina Arts Alliance presents live professional performing arts to the Lufkin community with top musical artists, dance companies and national tours of Broadway musicals. Be sure to check out their schedule at www.AngelinaArts.org Don’t forget to visit Downtown Lufkin while you are shopping. 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