Forest Country News

41 schools to share $8.2 million in Texas Workforce Commission grants

By Elle Johnson | Aug 7, 2020

Over $8 million in grants have been awarded to 41 colleges, technical institutes, community colleges and independent school districts by the Texas Workforce Commission for a program that's supporting education for high-demand jobs in Texas.

City of Lufkin launches small business COVID-19 relief program

By Elle Johnson | Jul 15, 2020

A new small business grant program for the City of Lufkin is accepting applications from local businesses in need of financial assistance due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Angelina County commissioners discuss $5.8 million road improvement loan

By Elle Johnson | Jun 13, 2020

A $5.8 million loan is being considered by Angelina County commissioners to help repair roads throughout the county.

Patrick and Nichols tour tornado damage in Polk County

By Elle Johnson | May 7, 2020

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and state Sen. Robert Nichols (R-Jacksonville) visited Polk County after it was hit by a tornado April 22.

Tyler County judge issues emergency order to prevent spread of COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Mar 29, 2020

Tyler County Judge Jacques Blanchet issued an emergency order regarding the maximum occupancy of facilities throughout the county amid the COVID-19 pandemic.