Forest Thinning Grant Applications Open Through Southern Pine Beetle Prevention Program

November 1, 2023 — Texas A&M Forest Service is accepting applications for the 2024 Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) Prevention Cost-Share Program. Applications are due by February 1.

Through the program, eligible forest landowners can receive financial and technical assistance related to reducing the threat of SPB infestations and outbreaks.

Chamber of Commerce Seeks Award Nominations

November 1, 2023 - The 101st Annual Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Celebration & Awards, presented by Farmers State Bank, will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024. We will celebrate and recognize the achievements of 2023 and welcome a new year.

The highlight of the Celebration is our Awards presentations the Farm Family of the Year award, Young Citizen of the Year award and the Distinguished Service Award.

David's Daily Devotion for November 1

November 1, 2023 - Good Morning! It's Wednesday, November 1.

On this day, in 1512, the public first viewed one of the world's greatest artistic achievements - the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Located seven stories above the floor, it's covered with a mural painted by Michelangelo. He toiled for four years to produce the masterpiece, standing precariously on a wooden scaffold, with his neck awkwardly craned backwards.

U.S. Forest Service Officials Urge Hunters to Use Caution in the Woods

October 31, 2023 – Gun deer hunting season begins soon across the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas. Hunters and visitors are reminded to review the guidelines designed to make their hunting trips and visits to the national forest safe and enjoyable while sustaining the health of the forests.

"Oley 'The Sweet' LeDoux" by Doug Fincher

"And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." Revelation 14:13

TxDOT Approves New Funding for Pedestrian Safety Statewide

Maintenance contracts also approved

October 31, 2023 – The Texas Transportation Commission on Thursday approved $345 million for new construction projects statewide, including more than $4.8 million in the Lufkin District for new sidewalks, bikeways, and other types of infrastructure for the Lufkin District.

David’s Daily Devotion for October 31

October 31, 2023 - Good Morning! It's Tuesday, October 31.

SFA Names New Dean of Research and Graduate Studies

Dr. Forrest Lane, an educator with nearly 20 years in a variety of academic and administrative positions within higher education, was named dean of Stephen F. Austin State University’s Office of Research and Graduate Studies.

Samford Addresses TAGHS on Fire Prevention

Texas Deer Population Forecasted to Rebound from Drought Conditions

October 27, 2023 — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) biologists expect deer hunters statewide to have plenty of opportunities to fill freezers this season thanks to widespread, improved habitat conditions.

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