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Cooking and home heating start most home fires. For Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10, the Red Cross lists 20 steps to prevent one and get everyone out.

Jasper Dedicates Its New Mediplex on Wednesday, with The Governor on The Program

Community October 7, 2026

The dedication and ribbon cutting for the Dr. Ron A. McMurry Mediplex is set for 3:15 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, at 19 Thomas Street in Jasper.

Nacogdoches Chamber Fills October with A Golf Bash, A Bank’s 125th and Seven Ribbon Cuttings

Community October 6, 2026

The Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce has a full October calendar, and most of it is open to people who aren't members.

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Eight Ribbon Cuttings Fill the Lufkin Chamber’s October Calendar

Business October 7, 2026

The Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber has eight ribbon cuttings on the books this month, plus headshot sessions, a luncheon and a Lunch & Learn on AI.

A Decoy Show, A Tent Sale, and Alumni Karaoke Fill Saturday in Houston County

Community October 7, 2026

The Crockett chamber has three things on October 10 alone, plus a full week at Stesti in Lovelady and two shows at Camp Street Cafe.

Red Cross Counts 1,412 Home Fires This Year, and Lists 20 Steps to Keep Yours Off The List

Community October 7, 2026

Cooking and home heating start most home fires. For Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 4-10, the Red Cross lists 20 steps to prevent one and get everyone out.

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