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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Nacogdoches Main Street Sets Six Holiday Events for Downtown

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TxDOT Opens A Bicycle Map for East Texas Comment Through Nov. 6

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Roadrunner Men Picked Second, Lady ‘Runners Fifth in Region XIV Coaches Polls

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My Five Cents: A Weekly Column by Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - May 2, 2025

On May 1st, 1718, San Antonio de Valero Misson was founded by Franciscan Antonio de San Buenaventura y Olivares near present-day San Antonio. It...

My Five Cents: A Weekly Column by Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - April 25, 2025

This year, we commemorate the 189th anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto. On April 21, 1836, General Sam Houston led the Texan Army...

My Five Cents: A Weekly Column by Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - April 18, 2025

This week we observed Holy Week and remember the sacrifice Christ made for us. We look forward to celebrating the resurrection this Easter Sunday....

My Five Cents: A Weekly Column from Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - April 11, 2025

This week the Texas Senate welcomed DJ Daniel to the chamber. DJ is a 13 year old from the Houston area who is battling...

My Five Cents: A Weekly Column from Sen. Robert Nichols

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Senator Robert Nichols - April 4, 2025

This week we welcomed the Texas Forestry Association (TFA) to sthe Texas Capitol. TFA, which has been active since 1914, has members in a...

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Nacogdoches Main Street Sets Six Holiday Events for Downtown

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TxDOT Opens A Bicycle Map for East Texas Comment Through Nov. 6

Community October 22, 2026

TxDOT's Lufkin District wants feedback on its bicycle plan. The map is open through Nov. 6, with library meetings in Lufkin and Nacogdoches Oct. 30.

Roadrunner Men Picked Second, Lady ‘Runners Fifth in Region XIV Coaches Polls

Education October 22, 2026

Region XIV coaches picked Angelina College's men's basketball team second and the Lady Roadrunners fifth for the 2026-2027 season.

Nacogdoches Library Spreads Día de Muertos Across a Full Week

Arts & Culture October 22, 2026

The Nacogdoches Public Library trades its one-day festival for six days of Dia de Muertos events Nov. 2-7, including a free SFASU mariachi concert.

Free Halloween Movie Night Comes to Downtown Nacogdoches Oct. 30

Community October 22, 2026

Main Street shows Halloweentown free on the Visitor Center Stage in downtown Nacogdoches on Friday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m. Bring a chair.

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Nacogdoches Main Street Sets Six Holiday Events for Downtown

Community October 22, 2026

Downtown Nacogdoches has five holiday events between Nov. 6 and Dec. 19, from the Merry Christmas Market to free outdoor Christmas movies.

TxDOT Opens A Bicycle Map for East Texas Comment Through Nov. 6

Community October 22, 2026

TxDOT's Lufkin District wants feedback on its bicycle plan. The map is open through Nov. 6, with library meetings in Lufkin and Nacogdoches Oct. 30.

Roadrunner Men Picked Second, Lady ‘Runners Fifth in Region XIV Coaches Polls

Education October 22, 2026

Region XIV coaches picked Angelina College's men's basketball team second and the Lady Roadrunners fifth for the 2026-2027 season.

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