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LEDC lures NEXIO to Lufkin

5 days ago | lufkindailynews.com | Nicole Bradford

NACOGDOCHES - A propane-fueled commercial vehicle plant originally expected to set up shop in Nacogdoches will open its headquarters in Lufkin instead. Describing the news as a significant economic development milestone, Lufkin officials this week announced that NEXIO Power Inc. would build its manufacturing facility on 35 acres at Lufkin Business Park. Lufkin Daily News staff writer Ruben Ibarra Jr. contributed to this article. Nicole Bradford's email address is [email protected].
Propane-power vehicle plant to build in Lufkin

6 days ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

A propane-fueled commercial vehicle plant originally expected to set up shop in Nacogdoches will open its headquarters in Lufkin instead. Describing the news as a significant economic development milestone, Lufkin officials this week announced that NEXIO Power Inc. would build its manufacturing facility on 35 acres at Lufkin Business Park. The propane-fueled vehicles use an engine designed by Nacogdoches native Horace Mast.
Nacogdoches eyes $30 million utility bonds to fix neglected sewer, water issues

1 week ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

Nacogdoches City Council in June will consider issuing $30 million in utility revenue bonds to tackle some of the city’s most pressing water and wastewater needs, including aging sewer mains along Lanana and Banita creeks. Unlike the general obligation bonds voters authorized in 2023 for streets, fire stations and parks, revenue bonds don’t require voter approval, as they are not repaid from property taxes.
First bulk trash disposal moved to Thursday

1 week ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

If you go Southeast Ward residents may drop of large items for disposal at 4 p.m. Thursday at the Farmer’s Market, 107 Pearl St.The first of four scheduled bulk trash days in Nacogdoches has been rescheduled to this Thursday due to weather. Residents of the city’s Southeast Ward can drop off large items for disposal beginning at 4 p.m. this Thursday at the Farmer’s Market, 107 Pearl St. The drop of was changed from Tuesday due to rainy weather.
New play spaces opening for summer

1 week ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

Three new public play spaces will be open by summer in the City of Nacogdoches. CoxJones Contractors began work mid-April to replace a large, fire-damaged portion of the wooden playscape at Maroney Park, 1912 Maroney Drive. The company was hired last year to design and build a section of playground to replace a large portion that was destroyed during a September 2023 fire. The cause of the fire was never determined.
Johnson, Brady lead after early voting

1 week ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

Nacogdoches Mayor Randy Johnson claimed an early lead over challenger Brigette Kozash, according to early voting results released after 7 p.m. Saturday. Johnson leads with 963 early votes, vs. 547 for Kozash. Johnson took office in 2023 after running unopposed. In the Nacogdoches ISD board race, Cheryl Brady took an early lead with 896 votes vs. 758 cast for opponent Damon Ruckel. Demond Jackson, who dropped out of the race to endorse Ruckel received 99 early votes.
Marilyn Griffith named AAUW Woman of the Year

1 week ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

If you go AAUW annual awards luncheon is 11:30 a.m. May 17 at the Fredonia Hotel. For information, call 936-645-7216. The Nacogdoches branch of American Association of University Women has named Marilyn Griffith as its 2025 Woman of the Year. Griffith has been an active community volunteer since retiring from teaching 15 years ago. “I enjoy helping people and doing things for the community,” she said.
Polls open until 7 p.m. Saturday

2 weeks ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

Nearly 1,800 ballots were cast during early voting in the Nacogdoches mayor and school board race, just under 7% of the 25,996 registered voters. Voters have until 7 p.m. Saturday to cast a ballot at the courthouse annex, 203 W. Main St. The county elections office typically releases early voting results after polls close. Early results will be posted along with unofficial results as they are released at dailysentinel.com.
Summer Fun... Without the Cost!

2 weeks ago | lufkindailynews.com | Nicole Bradford

Summer is the busiest time for kids in Nacogdoches, with free activities every day at the city's public library and historic sites. All ages are invited to a summer kickoff party at the Judy McDonald Public Library, where a reading program and related events run through early August.
Polls open until 7 p.m. for Saturday elections

2 weeks ago | dailysentinel.com | Nicole Bradford

Voting in Saturday’s election for Nacogdoches mayor and school board will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the county courthouse annex, 203 W. Main St.As of Monday, nearly 4% of the 25,996 registered voters cast a ballot during early voting, which ended Tuesday. Voting totals for Tuesday were not available at press time. Nacogdoches Mayor Randy Johnson is seeking another term against challenger Bridgett Kozash.