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Keep the Legacy Alive: Daniels Bobcats

May 17, 2018 - As the Houston Rockets participate in the Conference Finals, it brings back memories of C. H. Daniels Bobcats winning many basketball games during the 50’s and 60’s. Basketball was the major sport during that time. They did not have a football team. Daniels began competing in Texas District in the 1950-51 season (according to Dr. Tatum’s books previously mentioned). Winnings were: District State Champs in 1953; District in 54-55-56-57 and 58; District/State again in 1959; District in 1960-61 and 64; District /State in 1966.

Nominations Open for Champions of Texas History, Heritage

May 14, 2018 - The Texas Historical Commission (THC) offers awards to recognize worthy accomplishments and exemplary leadership in the preservation of Texas history and heritage. The THC is now accepting nominations for the following historic preservation awards: Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation, John L. Nau, III Award of Excellence in Museums, Ruth Lester Lifetime Achievement Award, John Ben Shepperd County Historical Commission Leadership Award, George Christian Outstanding Volunteer of the Year Award, Curtis D.

Keeping the Daniels School Legacy Alive; Happy Mother's Day

May 13, 2018 - Happy Mother’s Day to all alumni and descendants of Daniels School. Accolades to the teachers of Daniels High who are still with us as well. Who was the mother of Daniels High through all the years of its existence? To me and perhaps to many others it was the one who can be remembered the most for being there for them through thick and thin. One to give advice to the students. One who would say: ‘Forget where you came from and look forward to where you are going’. Several could be named but only one stands out in this article. Others may be mentioned later.

Annual Click It or Ticket Event

May 11, 2018 Lufkin — The Texas Department of Transportation wants Texans to know that even one life lost because someone failed to wear a seat belt is one too many. As part of the annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign, Texas law enforcement officers will increase their efforts from May 21 to June 3 to ticket unbelted drivers and passengers, especially at night.

TxDOT Lufkin District Project Updates, Work Schedule May 14-18

May 11, 2018 - Construction projects and maintenance work planned for the nine-county Lufkin District for the coming week includes many lane closures, detours and moving work zones. Motorists should use extreme caution when driving near a work zone or around workers who are near the lane of traffic. If flaggers are present or a lead car is working to guide traffic through a work zone, motorists should be prepared for delays and respect and obey all signage for safe conditions. Remember, traffic fines double when workers are present.

Head Start/Early Head Start Programs (Birth to Five)

May 10, 2018 - Children’s Mental Health Awareness Month May 6-12, 2018

Greetings All,

Thursday, May 10, 2018 is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. The theme is “Partnering for Health and Hope Following Trauma.”  The focus is on the importance of developing an integrated approach to caring for the mental health needs of children and families who have experienced trauma. Please join Head Start in promoting awareness, by wearing a green ribbon as we partner for hope and healing.

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