Senator Robert Nichols

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Robert Nichols is the senator for Senate District 3. He was first elected to the Texas Senate in 2006, and he represents 19 counties in East Texas. During his time on the Senate, Nichols has created and passed legislation protecting land owners' rights, increasing educational opportunities in East Texas, and reforming transportation policies. Nichols is married to his high school sweetheart, Donna, and they have three children: Brittney, Joshua, and Collynn'rae.

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Senator Robert Nichols - January 28, 2021

The third week of session is coming to a close. The Redistricting Committee has been meeting every day this week to hear testimony from...

Senate Redistricting Committee Seeks Public Comment, East Texas Region Slated For Jan 29

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Senator Robert Nichols - January 25, 2021

Today the Senate Redistricting Committee announced they will hold a series of regional hearings to solicit testimony from the public about the upcoming redistricting...

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Senator Robert Nichols - January 22, 2021

On January 25, 1839 the Lone Star flag was adopted by the Third Congress of the Republic of Texas as the national flag since...

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Senator Robert Nichols - January 15, 2021

The Legislature has ended its first week of session. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Senate has decided to recess until January 26th. However,...

My five cents… A monthly column from Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - January 7, 2021

With the beginning of the 87th legislative session fast approaching, my staff and I are gearing up to do the work of the people...

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Angelina College students put their AI questions to a five-member panel

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Lufkin plans three new welcome signs where the tree cookies stood

Community October 24, 2026

Lufkin will put new gateway signs on three highways, paid for with hotel tax revenue rather than property taxes.

Angelina College Marks 25 Years of The Angelina Center for The Arts

Arts & Culture October 23, 2026

Angelina College celebrated 25 years of the Angelina Center for the Arts with a guided tour, a Johnny Cash rehearsal and live music.

Ribbon Cuttings and A Plinko Breakfast Fill the Lufkin Chamber’s Next Two Weeks

Business October 23, 2026

Ribbon cuttings for Messer Pro Wash, Austin Bank and AC's Veterans Resource Center, plus a Plinko-themed networking breakfast Friday.

East Texas Schools Land $1.1 Million To Train Nurses, Welders and Machinists

Business October 23, 2026

Angelina College and four area school districts share $1.13 million in state JET grants for nursing, welding and machining equipment.

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Angelina College students put their AI questions to a five-member panel

Education October 24, 2026

AC's Psychology Club put questions about data centers, jobs and what AI can't replace to a five-member panel on Oct. 20.

Lufkin plans three new welcome signs where the tree cookies stood

Community October 24, 2026

Lufkin will put new gateway signs on three highways, paid for with hotel tax revenue rather than property taxes.

Angelina College Marks 25 Years of The Angelina Center for The Arts

Arts & Culture October 23, 2026

Angelina College celebrated 25 years of the Angelina Center for the Arts with a guided tour, a Johnny Cash rehearsal and live music.

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