Rep. James White

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James White is a Texas State Representative for Hardin, Jasper, Newton, Polk, and Tyler counties. He graduated with a doctorate in political science from the University of Houston. White served in the U.S. Army and worked as a public school educator and coach before being elected to the Texas House of Representatives in 2010. During his time as a Representative, White has worked on issues such as taxes, school funding, mental health, and more. He maintains a cattle ranch in Tyler County, attends Hillister Baptist Church, and is a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, and the Texas Farm Bureau.

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The Honorable Mike Hamilton’s Legacy of Service to Southeast Texas

On behalf of the 170,000 Texans in Hardin, Jasper, Newton, Polk, and Tyler counties, I offer heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of...

Chairman James White and Nurse-Family Partnership to Host Town Hall Meeting on Women’s Health in Southeast Texas

State Representative James White and Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) are hosting a town hall meeting in Livingston, TX, to address the needs of women's health...

State Representative James White Offers Opportunity for Students to Apply for the Texas Armed Services Scholarship

State Representative James White is now taking applications from Southeast Texas students who want to be selected as recipients of the Texas Armed Services...

Texas House Passes Legislation Supporting Texas Peace Officers, Protecting the Preborn, and Strengthening Women’s Health

The Texas House passed Senate Bill 16 that creates a student loan repayment assistance program for future peace officers, which helps address the growing...

Chairman White Urges SBOE to Maintain the Heroism of the Alamo Defenders in School Curricula

Due to legislative guidance, the State Board of Education (SBOE) and the Social Studies Advisory Group have met to evaluate and provide recommendations to...

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Tomé Opens Its New Building at 2608 North St. in Nacogdoches

Tomé has moved its North Street location into a new building at 2608 North St., with the drive-thru and the dining room finally under one roof.

If You’re Going to Trap Feral Hogs, Catch Them All

Cary Sims found hog damage in his own Lufkin backyard this week. His advice: trap the whole sounder, or teach the survivors to avoid you.

Texas Seniors Can Apply to Public Colleges Free Oct. 12-18

Free College Application Week runs Oct. 12-18. Texas residents can apply to any public college through ApplyTexas with no fee until 11:59 p.m. Oct. 18.

Jasper’s McMurry MediPlex Opens with Specialty Clinics and An Air Rescue Base

The Dr. Ron A. McMurry MediPlex in Jasper was dedicated Oct. 7. It houses dermatology, pain management and pediatric care, plus an air rescue base.
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