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Retirement

Letting go of the daily 9 to 5 doesn't mean letting life pass you by. Expand your interests and your mind when you retire in Texas Forest Country. You can be as busy as you want to be or as laid back as you've always dreamed! Spend your days fishing or volunteering . . . whatever suits you! Affordable housing, great medical care, a thriving fine arts community and favorable tax rates make Texas Forest Country the perfect place for you to retire.

"Clean air, outgoing people, natural beauty, laid back lifestyle, and plenty of places to get involved. That's what lured me to Texas Forest Country." - George Ray
"No more 'big city' congestion for us. The pleasant, relaxed lifestyle, beauty of the countryside, affordable housing and access to great medical care made Texas Forest Country the right place for my wife and me." - Charles Martin
"The caring, friendly people and peaceful atmosphere brought me here to stay." - Margie Wheeler
"After a life of corporate commands, I am among people who want comfort and fun but no longer have to compete for recognition. Texas Forest Country is the perfect place to enjoy the good things in life and just be me!" - Julia McMichael

Angelina County

Top Ten Reasons To Retire In Lufkin
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
The ARC of East Texas (Assn. Of Retarded Citizens), Brenda Jones, 1516 Robinhood Lane, Lufkin, TX 75903 - (936) 632-7944 (H)
Adoption Center of East Texas,
Sandra Cain, 602 South Raguet Ste. 201, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1741
Alcohol and Drug Abuse,
Phyllis Grandgeorge, 304 N. Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-5753
Alcoholics Anonymous
1602 Diana, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-6316
Altrusa International of Lufkin,
Laquita Dickey, 301 South First, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-3626
Alzheimer's Association,
Robin Dawley, 304 N. Raguet #C, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-9930
Amateur Ham Radio Club,
Billy Young - (936) 637-4149
American Association of Retired Persons,
Ralph Anderson, Rt. 2 Box 182 W, Zavalla, TX 75980 - (936) 897-3189
American Cancer Society,
Leigh Ann Watson, 4000 S. Medford Drive #17E, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-2883
American Diabetes Association
2400 Augusta Dr. Ste. 175, Houston, TX 77057 - (713) 977-7706
American Heart Association
Longview, TX - (903) 323-8800
American Hemerocallis Society,
Dorothy Hale - (936) 639-5959
American Legion Post #113,
Jerry Benson, PO Box 528, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 637-6500
American Lung Association,
Trish Halbrook, 2030 North Loop West, St. 250, Houston, TX 77018 - (713) 629-1600
American Red Cross
Glenna Harkness, 1905 E. Denman Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-6013
Angelina Alliance for Children,
Cathy Pavlic, P.O. Box 1485, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-3929
Angelina Arts Alliance,
Rick Schiller, P.O. Box 152634, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 633-5234
Angelina Beautiful Clean,
Tony Moline, P.O. Box 1606, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 637-2066
Angelina Bus. & Professional Women,
Yvette Sidnell - (936) 632-7771
Angelina County Bar Association,
Jon Anderson - (936) 637-7422
Angelina County & Cities Health District,
Sharon Shaw, 503 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-1139
Angelina County 4H,
Mike Whiteman, 2201 S. Medford, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-6414
Angelina County Chamber of Commerce,
Jerry Huffman, CCE, P.O. Box 1606, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-6644
Angelina County Genealogical Society,
Ben Pyle, 13529 FM 357, Groveton, TX 75845 - (936) 831-2949
Angelina County Medical Society,
Mary Sears, P.O. Box 152008, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 639-7804
Angelina County Mounted Patrol,
Ronnie Hunt, P.O. Box 72, Centralia, TX 75834 - (936) 875-5948
Angelina County Photographic Association,
Earlon Williams, P.O. Box 153231, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 634-7516
Angelina County Republican Club,
Mark Dunn, P.O. Box 154818, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 634-1979
Angelina County Senior Citizens Activities,
Robyn Hight, 2801 Valley, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-4179
Angelina Literacy League,
Joyce Manning, 107 E. Lufkin Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-7587
Angelina Playhouse,
Patrick Vaughn, 110 South First, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-5092
Angelina Rotary Club,
Larry Stanaland, Lufkin, TX - (936) 632-7727
Angelina County Retired Teachers Assn.,
Jerry Hennington, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-3810
Antique Car Club,
Gene Sullivan, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1822
Area 7 Special Olympics,
Darrell Cox, P.O. Box 152735, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 639-1755
Artistic Garden Club,
Verline Johnson - (936) 634-6735
Association for Retarded Citizens,
Rachel Thurber, 309 S. Medford Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 630-4183
Autism Chapter,
Eileen Rhodes - (936)824-3329
Better Business Bureau,
Marty Evans, Lufkin, TX - Complaints: 1-800-392-3798 | To Join: (936) 634-2221
Big Brothers and Big Sisters,
Amy Dubose, P.O. Box 345, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 639-2670
Boy Scouts of America - Tall Timbers District,
Jeffrey Jones - (903) 597-7201
Boys and Girls Club of Deep East Texas,
Jeff Woods, 909 South Angelina, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-4490
Buckner Children & Family Services,
Judy Morgan, 3402 Daniel McCall Dr. #21, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 637-3300
Burke Center,
Susan Rushing, 4101 S. Medford, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1141
CASA of Angelina County,
Jim Camp, P.O. Box 835, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-6725
Chamber Coalition for a Better Community,
Janet Taylor, P.O. Box 1606, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-6644
Christian Information Service Center (CISC),
Linda Smelley, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-2857
Citizens Chamber of Commerce,
Joe Douglas, 120 Kirksey Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-6322
Civil War Roundtable of East Texas,
Jerry Benson, P.O. Box 528, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 637-6500
Community Action,
Sonji Watts, 1600 North Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-4787
Travel Club of Hibernia Bank,
Dolly Hudgins, 1610 S. First, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-3131
Concerned Black Men of Lufkin,
Willie Booker, 1705 Sayers Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-3476
Concerned Citizens of Lufkin, Inc.,
Linda Pendland - (936) 634-9702
Crepe Myrtle Garden Club,
Winona Oates, Rt. 11 Box 3685, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-3790
Crimestoppers of Lufkin, Inc.,
Lt. David Young, P.O. Box 456, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-8477
Cut'N Grow Garden Club,
Virginia Welch - (936) 824-2834
Cystic Fibrosis,
Sila Foote, 2929 Carlisle #2239, Dallas, TX 75204 - (214) 871-2222
Daughters of the American Revolution
LaNell Johnson - (936) 632-6301
Daughters of the Republic of Texas,
Cheryl Spruill, Rt. 1 Box 1467, Lufkin, TX 75949 - (936) 897-2235
Deep East Texas Builders Assn. Inc.,
Doris Northcutt - (936) 699-4412
Deep East Texas Council of Governments,
Walter Diggles, 274 East Lamar, Jasper, TX 75951 - (409) 384-5704
Diboll Booster Club,
Gandy Stubblefield, Drawer N, Diboll, TX 75941 - (936) 829-5511
Diboll Garden Club,
Bess Andrews, 725 Booker, Diboll, TX 75941 - (936) 829-4653
Diboll Rotary Club,
Kent Havard, P.O. Box 563, Diboll, TX 75941 - (936) 829-5586
Disabled American Veterans, Chap. 84,
Teresa Johniken, 3001 N. E. Medford, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 637-0975
Dogwood Garden Club,
Elaine Frazier - (936) 632-1715
Ducks Unlimited,
David Abney, 1827 West Frank, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-3456
East Texas Cloggers & Line Dancing Club,
Helen Anderson, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-4130
East Texas Football League,
Darryl Wall, P.O. Box 153626, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 634-5660
Extension F.C.E. Clubs
2201 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-6414
East Texas Restaurant Association,
Roger Lumley - (903) 714-6310
Food Bank
(Salvation Army) 9-5 M/F - (936) 634-5132
Flower Garden Club,
Mrs. Johnny Long, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 875-2163
Lufkin State School Foster Grandparents Program,
Rose Boyd, P.O. Drawer 1648, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 853-8317
Friends of Kurth Memorial Library,
Peyton Walters - (936) 632-7126
Friends of the Ellen Trout Zoo,
Charlotte Henley, 402 Zoo Circle, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 633-0399
Friendship Social Club,
Robert McGee, 811-1/2 Keltys, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-3660
Girl Scouts,
Dawn Francis, P.O. Box 151240, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 634-5813
Godtel Ministries
323 Moody Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 637-2520
Goodwill Industries (Youth Works),,
Andrea Musick, 301 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-8838
Goodwill Industries,
Nancy Bledsoe, 301 Hill Street, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-8838
H.E.A.R.T. (Home Schooling Group),
Kay Lovell - (936) 655-4129
Habitat for Humanity
P.O. Box 522, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 632-8445
Hearttrackers,
Bea Soma, Lufkin, TX - (936) 639-3993
Hometown Traveler's Club,
Patsy Weaver, 2120 South First, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-5566
(The East Texas) Hoo Hoo Club,
George Rose, P.O. Drawer N, Diboll, TX 75941 - (936) 829-1208
H.O.P.E. Center of North Lufkin,
Linda Pendland, 1204 Cain Street, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 633-6863
Hospice of the Pines,
Demetress Harrell, 116 South Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 632-1514
Humane Society of Angelina County,
Kim Frels, P.O. Box 472, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-1880
Huntington Garden Club,
Doris Pelton - (936) 422-4523
Industrial Safety Council,
Jeff Anderson, 2218 Atkinson Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-7111
International Broadcasting Network,
Adam Thomason, 2601 E. Lufkin Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-5000
Jr. Achievement of Angelina County,
Natalie Thornton, P.O. Box 151114, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 632-0490
Junior League of Lufkin,
Jennifer Cumbie, 5 Seminole Court, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-4893
Kiwanis Club of Lufkin,
Mike Miller, Lufkin, TX - (936) 639-3963
Knights of Columbus,
Joe Charanza, 211 Spencer, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-8305
LOVE INC (Love in the Name of Christ),
Jerry Spann, P.O. Box 153311, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 637-6637
Lufkin Adult Learning Center,
Bob Quillin, 107 E. Lufkin Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-3059
Lufkin Alumni Association,
Janice Ann Rowe - (936) 632-4155
Lufkin High School Alumni Association,
Glen Arnold - (936) 632-4155
NAMI Lufkin, Inc. (Alliance for the Mentally ILL),
Lyle Moel, P.O. Box 490, Zavalla, TX 75980 - (936) 897-2419
Lufkin Alzheimer's Family Support Group,
George Gutherie, Rt. 1 Box 2510, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 824-3336
Lufkin Association of Realtors,
Sheila Torres, 1021 South Chestnut, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-7751
Lufkin Council of Garden Clubs,
Carol Moore - (936) 632-1410
Lufkin Garden Club,
Sara Kurth, 403 Mantooth, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 634-7588
Lufkin Genealogical and Historical Society,
Ruth Delvige - (936) 634-7617
Lufkin Evening Lions,
Harold Yost, 1306 Brookwood Place, Lufkin, TX - (936) 632-7821
Lufkin Historical and Literary Club,
Mrs. Robert Flournoy, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-5413
Lufkin Homebuilders,
Troy McCleskey - (936) 637-6911
Lufkin Host Lions Club,
Kelly Ford, 121 Herndon, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-5438
Lufkin Parks and Recreation,
Don Hannabas, P.O. Drawer 190, Lufkin, TX 75902 - Phone: (936) 633-0250 | Softball Hotline: 630-2004
Lufkin Lodge No. 669 A.F. & A.M.,
Harold Kaemmerling, P.O. Box 154052, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 632-2512
Lufkin Pine Squares,
Alvin & Nell Settle - (936) 639-6469
Lufkin Polka Dots,
Don Brawley, 109 Innisbrook Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-4353
Lufkin Rotary Club (Rotary Club of Lufkin),
Tommy Scherry - (936) 634-6656
Lufkin Shrine Club,
Jackie Lewis, Lufkin, TX - (936) 829-4036
Lufkin Shrine Club,
Kenneth Morgan, Lufkin, TX - (936) 637-7589
Lufkin Square Shooters,
Jimmy Ford, P.O. Box 1388, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-6621
Lufkin State School Foster Grandparents Program,
Charlotte Barnes, P.O. Box 1648, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 853-8317
Lufkin State School Volunteer Services,
Lynne Maddox, P.O. Drawer 1648, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 853-2759
Lufkin Workshop and Opportunity Center,
Larry Heaton, 1305 South Third, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1291
Lufkin Workforce Solutions,
Buddy Elder, 346 N. John Redditt Dr., Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-1351
Lufkin Youth Baseball,
Judy Maddux - (936) 639-4266
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD),
Karoll Searcy, Tyler, TX - (903) 534-6000
Main Street Lufkin,
Barbara Thompson, P.O. Drawer 190, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 633-0205
March of Dimes,
Cindy Pierce, 2808 S. John Redditt Dr., Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-8888
Masonic Lodge
508 N. John Redditt Drive, Lufkin, TX - (936) 634-5243
Meals on Wheels
Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-4179
Memorial Health System Auxiliary,
Kay Blunk, 1201 Frank, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-7237
Memorial Diabetes Center
1201 Frank, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-7585
Miss Lufkin Scholarship Pageant Organization,
Tommie Morris, Ex.Dir., 1613 Lilac Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-4944
Miss Lufkin Scholarship Pageant Organization,
Priscilla DuPree, 1613 Lilac Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-4944
Muscular Dystrophy,
Lynne McGrath, 755 S. 11th #220, Beaumont, TX 77701 - (409) 838-4545
Museum of East Texas,
J.P. McDonald, 503 N. Second, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-4434
N.A.A.C.P. National Association
Houston, TX - (713) 662-2727
N.A.A.C.P.
Nacogdoches - (936) 559-5336
National Association for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)
Lyle Moel - (936) 897-2419
Parks & Wildlife public leases and hunting info - (800) 792-1112 or (512) 389-4505
Physicians of East Texas, L.L.C.,
Betsy Wagnon, P.O. Box 150910, Lufkin, TX 75915 - (936) 637-7638
Physician's Information (Medical Connection) - (936) 637-9462
Pilot Club of Lufkin,
Libby Stapleton, 1601 Hanks, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-3600
Pineywoods Beekeepers Assocation,
Clarence Shepherd - (936) 639-4207
Pineywoods Audubon Society,
Jack Windsor, Lufkin, TX - (936) 632-3565
Pineywoods Home Team
P.O. Drawer 190, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 637-7606
Pineywoods Transportation Club
Terry Colston - (936) 637-1936
Pineywoods Pacers
Kathleen Seale, Lufkin, TX - (936) 634-2550
Pineywoods Flyfishers,
Walter McLendon, Lancewood Addition, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 875-3726
Pineywoods Pony Club,
Carrie Cravens, 527 Evans Gann Road, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 875-6211 or 631-2174
Planned Parenthood,
Michelle Green, 1404 W. Frank Avenue, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 634-8446
Pineywoods Traffic Club,
Ricky Simmons, P.O. Box 554, Lufkin, TX 75904
Quail Unlimited
John Parker - (936) 632-4663
Quilt Guild of the Pineywoods,
C. J. Haley, 803 Jefferson, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 634-2771
RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program),
Wanda Davis, 118 South First Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-2247
Salvation Army
412 South Third Street, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-5132
Salvation Army Adult Daycare Center,
Capt. Mario Maldanaldo, 305 Shands, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 634-1234
Salvation Army (Financial Assistance)
412 S. Third, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 633-7228
Samaritan Center,
Jan Rhodes, 512 Kiln, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-6512
Senior Citizen's Center,
Robyn Hight, 2801 Valley, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-4179
Soccer Hotline (Youth) - (936) 632-9KIX
Sons of the American Revolution
Fred Preston - (936) 634-6086
Special Olympics,
Stacy Edwards, Program Director, 304 North Raguet, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1755
SPJST Lodge No. 191,
Frank Juarez, 152 Lancewood Circle, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 875-4676
Stewart Regional Blood Center
Greta Rich - (936) 639-1534
T.L.L. Temple Foundation,
Buddy Zeagler, 109 Temple Blvd., Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-5197
Take Off Pounds Sensibly,
Joe or Kay Adams, 1608 Cheeseland Road, Pollok, TX 75969 - (936) 867-2088
Tat and Chat,
Carol Mathis, 415 Corrigan Heights, Corrigan, TX 75939 - (936) 398-2167
Texas Commission for the Blind,
Dan Chamness, 3201 S. Medford, Ste. 5, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-7733
Texas Forestry Association,
Ronnie Hufford, P.O. Box 1488, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 632-8733
Texas National Guard Armory
111 Armory Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-7015
Texas State Human Services,
Robert Bickley, 1210 South Chestnut, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-7708
The Joe W. Elliott House
220 Gene Samford Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-7674
Top Ladies of Distinction,
Louise M. LaVane, P.O. Box 3595, Lufkin, TX 75903 - (936) 699-2174
Top Teens,
Andra Self, P.O. Box 3595, Lufkin, TX 75903 - (936) 634-2266
United Daughters of the Confederacy,
Karen Hall, 410 Mantooth, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 634-4832
United Way of Angelina County,
Karla Hight, 1019 East Denman, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-3203
Veterans Benefits Officer,
Samuel Keely, Lufkin, TX - (936) 637-1342 ext. 2780
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1836,
Jack Roberts, P.O. Box 393, Lufkin, TX 75902 - (936) 634-4133
VFW Ladies Auxiliary,
Dorothy Roberts, 1501 Ford Chapel Road, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 632-5376
Weight Watchers
Martha Kartye - (936) 875-2110
Women's Shelter of East Texas,
Glenda Phillips, 3402 Daniel McCall Dr. #18, Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 639-1681 or (800) 828-7233
Young Life
P.O. Box 575, #23, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 637-2828

Houston County

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Jasper County

Jasper County is home to two hospitals, both located in the City of Jasper. Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital and Dickerson Memorial Hospital offer excellent care. Jasper County is just a short two-hour drive from Houston, home to numerous medical facilities.
The Kirbyville Banner (409) 423-2696, the Buna Beacon (409) 994-2218 and the Jasper Newsboy (409) 384-3441 provide news coverage for the area.
The Jasper / Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce offers relocation packets that include maps of the county, county phone books, historical information, realtors and everything you would need to know about moving to Jasper County. For more information, please call (409) 384-2672.
EDUCATION
Angelina College / Jasper Teaching Center - (409) 489-9000
HEALTHCARE
Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital - (409) 384-5461
Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital has a new Behavioral Health program specifically for people ages 55 and older. The program addresses issues such as loss of a loved one, mental illness and depression and uses such tools as group counseling, individual counseling and telemedicine with a psychiatrist in Houston.
A level 4-designated trauma center, Jasper Memorial has a physician on-site 24 hours a day. An air rescue helicopter with a helipad at the hospital and one at Rayburn Clinic put Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont just 30 minutes away. A pilot, EMT and nurse are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The hospital has a full lab and offers in-patient physical, occupational and speech and language therapy. On staff are an orthopedic surgeon, a urologist and two gastrointestinal surgeons. The intensive care unit has six beds, and the 29-bed med surge department features all private rooms.
The medical imaging department offers ultrasound, CT scans, general ex-ray, mammography and MRI. Specialists in cardiology, podiatry, and nuclear medicine travel from Lufkin and Beaumont to see patients in Christus Jasper Memorial's outpatient center.
Dickerson Memorial Hospital - (409) 489-0600
A 27-bed medical/surgical facility with medical imaging and laboratory services, including general x-rays, mammography, ultrasound, CT scan and MRI. Dickerson Memorial offers outpatient surgery with a special recovery area for day surgery patients and has 24-hour emergency care. Transfer services to larger hospitals are available if required.
Woodland Heights Specialty Clinic - 103 West Gibson, Jasper
(409) 384-6687 or (936) 634-8311
Offering state-of-the-art health care in cardiology, pulmonary, allergy, and medical oncology, the Specialty Center has welcomed Dr. Abdul Khan, who is board certified in family practice. In addition to providing specialized health care, the Woodland Heights Specialty Center offers patients x-ray and laboratory testing.
Jasper/Newton County Public Health District - (409) 384-6829
Kidney Center of Jasper - (409) 384-4200
TheraSpecialists, Physical Therapy Center - (409) 384-7041
TheraSpecialists offers top-of-the-line physical therapy services for joint replacement, knee pain, shoulder injury, carpal tunnel, stroke, back pain, neck pain, work related injury and more. Aquatic therapy is also available.
HOUSING
Average cost for a new home in Jasper County is around $58,000 for a two-bedroom house and about $91,000 for a three-bedroom house. Average cost for new construction is about $80-$100 per square foot. The average cost to rent an apartment in Jasper County is about $485/month.
The Jasper / Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce offers relocation packets that can be sent anywhere in the United States. These packets include maps of the county, county phone books, historical information, realtors and everything you would need to know about moving to Jasper County.
POPULATION

	2005 Estimate	2000 Census	1990 Census
Jasper	7,531	8,247	6,959
Kirbyville	2,029	2,085	1,871
Jasper County	35,587	35,604	31,102

TAX RATES (per $100 of Assessed Value)
Jasper County - $0.6576
Jasper - $0.33
Kirbyville - $0.4419
Jasper ISD - $1.65
TOTAL Tax Rate - $2.6306
Municipal Tax Rate - Jasper: 2%; Kirbyville: 1.25%
State Tax Rate - 6.25 %
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
Alzheimer's Support Group
Marty Seale, 1001 Dickerson Drive, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-2388
American Legion Post 78
Al Bettis, 611 State Street, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3049
Area Agency on Aging of Deep East TX
Holly Anderson, 210 Premier Dr, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-7614
Benefits Counseling Program
Janice Lanier, 274 E. Lamar, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5704
Beta Sigma Phi
Madeline Parker, 152 Kenneth Lane, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-4386
Bluebonnet Garden Club
Brenda Job, #2 Wingate, Sam Rayburn, TX 75951 - 409-698-2109
Circle of Peace Foundation
Audrey Hudson, PO Box 1943, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-1929
Daughters of the American Revolution
Patricia Forrest, Rt. 1 Box 213-B, Call, TX 75933
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Jean Pace, Rt. 2 Box 610, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5253
Deep East Texas Archeological Society
Billie Mims, 960 College Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5250
Deep East Texas Nature Club
Pam Wright, Newton Co. Chamber, Newton, TX 75966 - 409-379-5527
Dogwood Garden Club
Laura Richardson, 945 Hunterwood Dr., Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3884
East Texas Art League
Judy Popejoy-James, 126 E. Lamar, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-381-8167
East Texas Photography Club
Carolyn Chambliss, Rt. 2 Box 435, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3167
East Texas Shrine Club
E.E. Rogers, PO Box 81, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2774
Edgewood Garden Club
Dorothy Billingsley, 1022 Creek Bend Drive, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2765
Elizabeth B.R. Court of Calanthe
Mrs. W. McFarland, PO Box 397, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-8864
Friends of the Jasper Public Library
Denise Milton, 175 W. Water, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3791
Help Elderly Realize Opportunity
Terry Johnson, 720 S. Wheeler, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2515
Jasper Community Theatre
Jo Marie Jones, PO Box 1134, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3658
Jasper County Archive Library/Museum
Linda Primrose, 138 E. Houston, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-6441
Jasper County Democratic Club
John Matthews, 142 E. Lamar, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-1915
Jasper County Democratic Chairman
Frank Williams, PO Box 399, Buna, TX 77612 - 409-994-2098
Jasper County Emergency Corp
Billy Williford, 727 N. Fletcher, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5458
Jasper County Historical Commission
Bertie Bryant, 138 E. Houston, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-6441
Jasper County Master Gardener Assn.
Lois Lamberty, Rt. 3 Box 580, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-381-8231
Jasper County Republican Club
Buck McLeod, 408 Collier, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-2401
Jasper Ducks Unlimited
Ryan Powell, 1 Suncrest Circle, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-0706
Jasper Evening Lions Club
Charles Thompson, PO Box 771, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-698-9496
Jasper Jewels
Al Bettis, Rt. 5 Box 393-2, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3049
Jasper Kiwanis Club
Liz Lee-McClurg, PO Box 681, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3282
Jasper Lakes Area Humane Society
Rhonda Adcock, PO Box 1104, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-381-8488
Jasper Lions, Inc.
Sid Stover, PO Box 480, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3463
Jasper Noon Lions Club
Tony Randall, PO Box 640, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2555
Jasper Share
Annette Gloor, PO Box 1304, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-9910
Lake Country Squares
Jim & Betty Horne, 10 County Road 225, Brookeland, TX 75931 - 409-698-2160
Lakes Area Cruisers
Alvin Prewitt, Rt. 6 Box 840, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-8745
Lakes Area Hospice
Jeanette Coffield, PO Box 2086, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5995
Lakes Area Rose Society
Liz Connell, 735 Dogwood, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-8639
Masonic Lodge
Jimmy Hensarling, PO Box 1934, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2349
Master Gardeners
Lois Lamberty, Rt. 3 Box 580, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-381-8231
Molaki's Whisper Animal Sancutary
GiGi Mulvey, 307 Lindsay, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5352
NAACP, Jasper Branch
Ray Lewis, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-1759
National Wild Turkey Federation
Cindy Dans, 1342 S. Wheeler, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-6894
Nat'l Assoc. of Retired Fed. Employees
Dot Blevins, RR 1 Box 510, Brookeland, TX 75931 - 409-698-2831
North American Trail Ride Conference
Melady Hale, PO Box 5094, Sam Rayburn, TX 75951 - 409-698-9429
Eastern Star - Jasper Chapter #291
Mary E. Rogers, PO Box 993, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-2774
Pine Burr Garden Club
Pat Smith, 810 Linton Lanier Dr., Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-383-1591
Pine Country Gem & Mineral Society
Betty Halvorson, 725 Emerald Drive, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-7787
Quail Unlimited (East Texas Chapter)
1403 Turtle Creek Drive, Lufkin, TX 75904
Rayburn Anglerettes
Linda House, Rt. 2 Box 618, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-3668
Rayburn Bloomers Garden Club
Sue Redding, 621 Barkwood Dr, Brookeland, TX 75931 - 409-698-9393
Rayburn Book Club
Jennie Brandon, 8 Masters Blvd, Brookeland, TX 75931 - 409-698-2464
RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteers Prog.)
Francis Mott, 274 E. Lamar, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-5704
Sabine-Neches Writer's Guild
Ben Stover, 103 E. Houston, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-4053
Salvation Army
Lt. Timothy Gilliam, PO Box 1787, Lufkin, TX 75902 - 936-634-5132
Shriners
Curtis Kelly, 1561 County Road 249, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-0078
United Way
Mrs. Glenda Moore - 409-698-2562
VFW Post 6380
William D. Barrow, PO Box 937, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-7523
VFW Post 6380 Ladies Auxiliary
Rita Swaffer, PO Box 1117, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-698-9610
Woman's Civic Club
Patty Shaw, 320 Inman Road, Jasper, TX 75951 - 409-384-6760

Nacogdoches County

EDUCATION
Stephen F. Austin State University, 1936 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 -
(936) 468-2501. SFASU offers a program for seniors to enroll in academic courses without payment, depending on available space and instructor approval. In addition, one may audit or officially enroll in any course - paying the appropriate tuition, fee, and completing student enrollment requirements
Angelina College, Adult Learning Center, 2400 South Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75964 - (936) 564-8789. The Angelina College Adult Learning Center provides continuing education courses. Classes available for enrollment include Spanish, computer and defensive driving.
The Nacogdoches Senior Center, 621 Harris St., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 - (936) 569-6350. Offers on-going classes in art, crafts, bridge, computer instruction and exercise. All classes are no charge to seniors.
The Nacogdoches Public Library, 1112 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 559-2970. Computer classes are held in a state-of-the-art training room equipped with a T-1 internet connection accessed through wireless broadband on the library's laptop and desktop computers. Free Wi-fi is available for those with their own laptops. Workshops include computer basics, word processing, using the Internet and e-mail. All classes are free, may be taken as many times as desired and are offered in English or Spanish.
Any resident of Nacogdoches County with a library card or with an SFA ID is eligible to use the library. Patrons must show a current ID and proof of residency in Nacogdoches County. The first card is free. The library is open 71 hours per week: Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Public library members may also use their card at Stephen F. Austin State University's Steen Library, which contains 1.5 million volumes.
Nacogdoches Recreation Center, 1112 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 559-2960. Classes include martial arts, aerobics, clogging, ballroom dancing, hip-hop and jazz dance, yoga, and violin.
Glass Castles Stained Glass Studio, 323 E. Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 560-3249. Offers instruction for designing and producing simple to complex lamps, kaleidoscopes, stepping stones, glass beads, and glass boxes.
Hobby Lobby, 4301 North St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 560-1133. Holds classes such as cake decorating, creating scrap books, acrylic painting, knitting, stained glass, and purse design.
Shelley's Bakery Cafe, 112 North Church St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 564-4100. Cooking and demonstration classes that focus on specific areas of food preparation.
The Red Thread, 800 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 564-9409. Sewing classes.
HEALTHCARE
Both Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital and Nacogdoches Medical Center are fully licensed and accredited and are within 30 minutes of any part of Nacogdoches County. Countywide ambulance and life-flight helicopter service are available.
Nacogdoches Medical Center, 4920 N.E. Stallings Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 569-9481 phone
Since its doors opened in 1975, Nacogdoches Medical Center, a part of Tenet Texas, has built a solid reputation by focusing its services on every stage of life. Nacogdoches Medical Center provides 4-star customer service on a 5-star scale according to the patient satisfaction measurement system, a tool Tenet uses for its hospitals, and was voted the best place to have a baby in the local newspaper's ÒBest of NacogdochesÓ survey.
In keeping with its tradition of excellence, Nacogdoches Medical Center continues its development of services and programs to meet the health care needs of the communities it serves. Each month, the hospital offers free seminars to help educate people on how to take better control of their own health, and conducts Third Tuesday Testing to help identify potential health concerns. Some of the screenings offered include blood pressure, prostate cancer, bone density and cholesterol. Different screenings are offered each month.
Medical Center's campus includes The Surgery Center of Nacogdoches and Medical Center Plaza. Selecting an affiliated physician is made easy by calling toll free 1-866-898-8446.
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital, 1204 Mound St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 564-4611
More than 75 years ago, Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital embarked on a mission to provide the best healthcare possible to this community. Known then as City Memorial Hospital, the original facility opened with 28 beds. Now with 216 beds, Nacogdoches Memorial has evolved into a sophisticated regional referral center, designated as a Level III Trauma Center by the Texas Department of Health. The Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce named Memorial Hospital as the 2005 Large Business of the Year.
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital celebrated its 75th anniversary with the completion of an 87,000 square-foot tower which houses the emergency department, ICU, intermediate care, lobby/atrium, gift shop, cardiac/pulmonary rehab and physical therapy. In August 2005, they added a new registration area, offering more convenience and faster service to their patients.
To meet the needs of the community, Memorial Hospital expanded Acute Care services and Women's and Children's services. The technological equipment in the Medical Imaging Department is unrivaled in Deep East Texas, and with laser and laparoscopy capabilities and a separate gastrointestinal laboratory, Memorial provides all levels of surgery from the most minor procedure to major surgery.
--- Healthcare Facilities ---
Angelina Home Health Services, 4635 N.E. Stallings Dr., Ste. 104, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 560-4633
The Blood Center - East Texas, 3520 N. University Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75965 - (936) 560-3054
Nacogdoches Surgery Center, 3610 N. University Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75965 - (936) 560-9599
A state-of-the-art outpatient surgery facility, designed and developed to provide the highest quality of patient care in a comfortable, convenient environment. Our highly experienced surgeons and staff are committed to your well being and comfort.
Surgery Center of Nacogdoches, 4948 N.E. Stallings Drive, Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 - (936) 558-3631
Designed to be a quality alternative to hospital-based surgery. Patients arrive on the day of the operation, have the surgery in the operating room, recover under the care of our nursing staff and should go home the same day.
East Texas Community Health Services, 1401 S. University Dr., Nacogdoches Texas 75961 - (936) 560-5413
Provides services such as WIC, nutritional counseling, social services, family planning, HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, health education, a laboratory, and a pharmacy. The center also offers pediatric and adult dental services, focusing on preventive, emergent and restorative services.
Medical Imaging Center of Nacogdoches, 4932 North St., Nacogdoches, Texas 75965 - (936) 462-9909
Dialysis Clinic, Inc., 4731 N.E. Stalling Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 569-9900
Home Healthcare Services
Advantage Home Health, 915 E. Austin Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 559-5559
A Pineywoods Home Health Care, 4721 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 560-5141
Bethany Home Health, 4928 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (888) 263-4764 toll free
Crown Health Services, 409 Russel Blvd., Suite C, Hospice of Deep East Texas, Texas Home Health, At Home Health Care
--- Health Care Services: Agencies ---
American Cancer Services, 212 Gene Sanford Dr., Lufkin, TX 75904 - (936) 634-2940 or (800) ACS-2345
The purpose of the American Cancer Society is to engage in cancer research, professional education and education to the public about cancer, and service to people with cancer, including rehabilitation services. Specific services which the American Cancer Society offers in Nacogdoches County include (1) providing hospital room equipment, i.e., wheelchairs, beds, (2) volunteer programs, i.e., transportation to and from treatment centers, (3) the Reach to Recovery program for breast cancer patients, (4) laryngectomy rehabilitation, (5) the distribution of literature on the warning signs of cancer, and (6) cancer education programs and guest speakers.
March of Dimes, 522 Virginia Ave., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 - (936) 564-2635
The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. We carry out this mission through research, community services, education and advocacy to save babies' lives. March of Dimes researchers, volunteers, educators, outreach workers and advocates work together to give all babies a fighting chance against the threats to their health: prematurity, birth defects, low birthweight.
Alzheimers Association, 118 E. Hospital St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 569-1325
The Alzheimer's Association, the world leader in Alzheimer research and support, is the first and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure for Alzheimer's. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, 1407 N. University Dr. #B2, Nacogdcohes, TX 75961 - (936) 569-1445
Community Rx - Prescription Services, 128 W. Hospital St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 568-0055
East Texas Community Health, 1401 S. University, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 560-5413
Provides services such as WIC, nutritional counseling, social services, family planning, HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, health education, a laboratory, and a pharmacy. The Center also offers pediatric and adult dental services, focusing on preventive, emergent and restorative services.
Health Horizons of East Texas, 412 North St., Nacogdoches, TX 75963 - (936) 569-8240 or 1-800-745-8240
Advocates compassion and respect for those affected by AIDS. Offers practical information on the latest experimental drugs being tested as well as local resources offered within East Texas. The Project is listed nationally with six agencies as an organization designed specifically to assist those persons who now live with AIDS. Offers educational materials and workshops to prevent the spread of HIV disease. The goal is to educate and eliminate unfounded fears about AIDS and HIV. Support and counseling is provided for the family and infected person.
The Nacogdoches Treatment Center, 119 Hughes St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 569-7173
A non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals who have Alzheimer's/Dementia, individuals who are physically or mentally challenged, and the families who support and care for them. At NTC no individual is turned away if ability to pay is the determining factor for services.
Mental Health Services, Brentwood Hospital, 4635 N.E. Stallings Dr., Suite 105, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 552-7114
Burke Center Essential Services MRLA, 1915 Old Mill Road, Lufkin, TX 75901 - (936) 639-1479
Texas Rehabilitation Commission, P.O. Box 632616, 3rd Floor Human Services, Room 324, SFA Campus, Nacogdoches, TX 75963-2616 - (936) 468-2918
Veterans Administration Mental Health, 1301 West Frank Ave., Lufkin, TX 75904 - (877) 222-8387 toll free or (936) 633-2710
Burke Center, 302 S. Mound Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (800) 392-8343 toll free or (936) 564-6605
--- Ancillary Services ---
Nacogdoches Treatment Center's Alzheimer's Day Activity Program , 119 Hughes St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 - (936) 569-7173
A program unique to this area that provides a safe, secured, and stimulating environment for individuals who have Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. Activities are designed to promote memory function, self-esteem, and social interaction. The program is four hours a day, five days a week. Transportation is provided, but space is limited. For the caregiver, this program also provides much needed respite. A monthly support group is available for anyone who would like to attend.
HOUSING
Average new home price: $152,266
Average cost of new home construction: $67 per sq. ft.
Average rental cost of apartments (published online):
Fair market rent in 2006 in Nacogdoches County
1-bedroom apartment: $489 a month
2-bedroom apartment: $577 a month
3-bedroom apartment: $689 a month
POPULATION

	2006 Estimate	2000 Census	1990 Census
Nacogdoches	31,441	29,914	30,872
Nacogdoches County	60,249	59,203	54,820

Race/Ethnicity	Population	Area Percent	Statewide Percent
White	44,405	75.0	70.97
Black	9,908	16.7	11.53
Other	681	1.2	3.33
Hispanic	6,660	11.2	31.99

--- Population Age ---
The age distribution of an area can provide valuable insight into the region's economic composition and income potential. By national standards, Texas has a relatively young population. The 2000 Census estimates for Nacogdoches County show a population composition as follows:

Age	Population	Area Percent	Statewide Percent
Under 5	3,872	6.5	7.8
5-14	7,928	13.4	15.8
15-19	6,177	10.4	7.8
20-44	22,702	38.3	38.5
45-64	11,357	19.2	20.2
65+	7,167	12.1	9.9

While the median age for Texas was 32.30 years in 2000, the Nacogdoches County area had a median age of 29.70 according to the 2000 Census.
Population Gender
Of the area's population, 28,522 were male which represents 48.2 percent and 30,681 were female which represents 51.8 percent. This compares to the statewide percentage of 49.6 percent for male and 50.4 percent for female.
Special Age Groups and Gender
Youth and Older Workers: The Nacogdoches County region has 13,592 persons age 14-21 representing 23.6 percent of the population. This compares with 13.3 percent statewide. For the potential older age cohort, 6,616 persons or 11.5 percent are 55 or over in the Nacogdoches County region based on the 2000 Census. This compares to 9.9 percent statewide.
Ages 25-44: In Nacogdoches County the total number in the age groups of 25 to 44, was 15,587 or 27.1 percent. This compares to a statewide percentage of 31.9 percent.
Ages 18 and Older: The total persons in this age group was 44,995 or 76.0 percent of the total population. In the Nacogdoches County area, males 18 and over represented 21,187 or 35.8 percent in comparison and females totaled to 23,808 or 40.2 percent.
Veteran Status: In 2000, 4,803 or 10.7 percent of those 18 and older responded as being a civilian veteran, compared to 11.8 percent statewide.
Ages 65 and Older: For the population who are considered to be at the age of retirement or older - 65 years and older, the total number of persons in Texas was 2,072,532 or 9.9 percent of the total population in 2000. Nacogdoches County had a total of 7,167 or 12.1 percent in this older age group. In the same age group of 65 years and over, males in Texas represented 862,181 or 4.1 percent of the total population and females totaled to 1,210,351 or 5.8 percent, while in this study area, males totaled to 2,969 or 5.0 percent of all persons in this area and females represented 4,198 or 7.1 percent of all persons.
Main Source
Texas Workforce Commission
TAX RATES (per $100 of Assessed Value)

	2005 Rate	2006 Rate
County	$0.4012	$0.4242
City	$0.56	$0.56
NISD	$1.70	$1.59

Special District(s)
Public schools are mandated by state law to limit taxes for homes owned by persons age 65 and older. This is known as a "tax freeze." This applies to person over 65 and 100 percent disabled homeowners and is applicable only to their residence. Nacogdoches County offers this as a local option. The City, County and Nacogdoches ISD offer extra exemption for 65 and disabled.
The breakdown of homestead exemptions is as follows:
Nacogdoches Independent School District (NISD):
20 percent (optional) regardless of age
$15,000 regardless of age (State Mandated)
$10,000 over age 65 and disabled (State Mandated)
$10,000 over age 65 and disabled (optional)
Tax on over age 65 and disabled is frozen.
Nacogdoches County:
20 percent (optional) regardless of age
$40,000 over age 65 and disabled (optional)
Tax on over age 65 and disabled is frozen
City of Nacogdoches:
20 percent (optional) regardless of age
$20,000 over age 65 and disabled (optional)
Tax on over 65 and disabled is not frozen
There is no personal income tax in the state of Texas.
Sales Tax
- State - Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services.
- City - Texas cities have the option of imposing an additional local sales tax for a combined total of state and local taxes of 8 1/4% (.0825)
- In the City of Nacogdoches, the local sales tax rate is .0825
- County - Texas counties have the option of imposing an additional local sales tax for a combined total of state and local taxes of 8 1/4% (.0825).
- There is no county sales tax in Nacogdoches County.
- Transit - Texas transit authorities have the option of imposing an additional local sales tax for a combined total of state and local taxes of 8 1/4%(.0825).
- Special Purpose Districts - Texas special purpose districts have the option of imposing an additional local sales tax for a combined total of state and local taxes of 8 1/4%(.0825).
- There is no transit or special purpose sales tax in Nacogdoches County.
Sales Tax Rates
- State - 6 1/4% (.0625)
  City - 1/4% (.0025) - 2% (.02), depending on local rate.
  County - 1/2% (.005) - 1.5% (.015), depending on local rate.
  Transit - 1/4 % (.0025) - 1% (.01), depending on local rate.
  Special Purpose Districts - 1/8% (.00125) - 2% (.02), depending on local rate.
State Comptroller's office: Toll Free Number: 800-252-5555
TRANSPORTATION
Local transportation:
The Brazos Transit District (The District)
This public bus system has five fixed routes operating in Nacogdoches.
Transfers between routes are free. The fixed routes travel the same path every hour on the hour beginning and ending at the transfer point in downtown Nacogdoches. Passengers may board the bus anywhere along the route on the same side of the street as the entrance to the bus. All buses are wheelchair accessible. Comparable paratransit service is available for those unable to access the fixed routes. Passengers with regular pick-up needs are encouraged to call ahead for a specific pick-up time.
On Fixed Route Fares exact change is required. Fares listed are one-way.

Cash Fares
General Public	$1.00
Children 6-12	$0.50
Children under 6 with Paying Customer	Free
Seniors with S-Pass (60 and over)	$0.50
Disabled with D-Pass	$0.50
Medicare with Medicare Card	$0.50
Transfers (one per trip)	Free
Tickets & Passes
MultiRide Pass (42 one-way trips)	$35.00
Ticket Book (40 one-way trips)	$40.00
*S&D PunchPass (40 one-way trips)	$20.00
Summer Pass - Per Month (kids 6-18)	$15.00
Semester Pass - College Students with proof of registration	$50.00

*S&D PunchPasses are only available to clients who have been issued either a S-Pass or D-Pass card. A S-Pass or D-Pass Card must be shown to the driver each time the S&D PunchPass is used.
Senior and Disabled Passes
The pass entitles passengers to pay only $.50 on the fixed routes (Regular price $1.00). The pass must be shown each time the passenger boards the bus. The S-Pass and D-Pass cards are only for the fixed routes which are located in Nacogdoches and Lufkin. The passes do not apply for the Park & Rides, Express or Paratransit Service. Application for a S-Pass (sixty years of age or older) or a D-Pass (disabled) are available by calling (979) 778-0607 or 1-800-272-0039 and the application will be mailed. The application is also available on the The District website. Application can be mailed to 1759 N. Earl Rudder Freeway, Bryan, Texas 77803.
Quality Cab, 119 Mackechney St., Nacogdoches, TX 75965 - (936) 568-9500 phone
--- Regional Transportation ---
Bus Service is provided by Kerrville Bus.
The bus station is located at 2915 NW Stallings Drive.
936-564-4631 phone
Four options daily to Houston
Four options daily to Shreveport
One option daily to and from Dallas.
Air Service is available at nearby regional airports and at more distant international airports.
A.L. Mangham Regional Airport
P.O. Drawer 635030
Nacogdoches, TX 75963
936-560-9567 phone
Capable of having commercial commuter service to Dallas (DFW) and/or Houston (IAH) and has had such service on several occasions in the past. Currently there is no commercial service. Mangham Airport has a 5,001' hard surface runway, and instrument landing system, and gas and jet fuel are available.
East Texas Regional Airport
269 Terminal Circle
Longview, TX 75603
903-643-3031 phone
Regional and connections to national and international service are available.
Passenger Train Service
Amtrak: 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) phone
Nacogdoches is a transfer point and passenger rest stop for the connecting Amtrak Bus, which transports and transfers passengers between Houston and Longview. With confirmed reservations, one can board the bus for either city. The bus currently stops at noon for the southbound trip to Houston and at 4:50 p.m.for northbound service to Longview. Amtrak service from Longview continues north to Chicago or west to Dallas, San Antonio and Los Angeles. Amtrak departs from Houston east to New Orleans and west to Los Angeles.
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
1201 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20525
202-606-5000 | email
Part of the Corporation for National Service, RSVP matches the personal interests and skills of older Americans with opportunities to help solve community problems. RSVP volunteers choose how and where they want to serve - from a few to over 40 hours a week. RSVP volunteers provide hundreds of community services. They tutor children in reading and math, help to build houses, help get children immunized, model parenting skills to teen parents, participate in neighborhood watch programs, plan community gardens, deliver meals, offer disaster relief to victims of natural disasters, and help community organizations operate more efficiently.
Nacogdoches Medical Center Eric McMurtrey, 4920 N.E. Stallings Dr., Nacogdoches, TX 75965 | 936-569-9481 phone
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital Bobbie Fry, 1204 Mound St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-564-4611 phone
Community RX, Sarah Hueber, 128 W. Hospital St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-568-0055 | email
Nacogdoches HOPE, 2100 E. Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-559-1801
Nacogdoches Treatment Center 119 Hughes St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-569-7173 | email
Nacogdoches Senior Citizen's Center 621 Harris St., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 | 936-569-6350 phone | email
Nacogdoches Public Library 1112 North St., Nacogdcohes, TX 75961 | 936-559-2970 phone
Burke Center 302 S. Mound St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-564-6605 phone or 1-866-242-4556 toll free
Hospice of Deep East Texas 907 Mound, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-560-9277 phone
Nacogdoches Adult Learning Center, 2400 South St., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 | 936-564-8789 phone
The Blood Center of East Texas Mary Frances Bradford, 3520 N. University Drive, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 | 936-560-3054 phone | email
The Women's Shelter of East Texas, Nicole Preston, 2723 Durst St., Nacogdoches, TX | 936-569-1018 phone
Deep East Texas Council of Governments (DETCOG) Dora Wilmore, 210 Premier Drive, Jasper Texas | 409-384-5704 phone
Keep Nacogdoches Beautiful Kent Hutchison and Denise McDonald, P.O. Box 633030, Nacogdoches, TX 75963 | 936-560-5624 phone | email
Nacogdoches Convention and Visitors Bureau Sherri Skeeters, 200 E. Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-564-7351 phone | email
Habitat for Humanity Cindy Bertin, 2806 Appleby Sand Rd., Nacogdoches, TX 75964 | 936-564-3538 phone | email
Boys and Girls Club of Nacogdoches Kevin Clayton, P.O. Box 631345, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-560-2344 phone | email
Nacogdoches Animal Shelter Gwen Gillespie, 3211 SW Stallings Drive (Loop), Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-560-5011 phone | email
American Red Cross, Glenna Harkness, 1905 E. Denman Ave., Lufkin, TX | 936-564-2101 phone | email
Godtel Michael Silva, 330 E. Main, Nacogdoches, TX 75961 | 936-569-7914 phone | email
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce Kelly Daniel, 2516 North Street, Nacogdoches, TX 75965 | 936-560-5533 phone | email
Love In The Name of Christ (Love INC) Sandra Johnson, Susan Reed or Roger Aker, 2220 E Main St., Nacogdoches, TX 75963 | 936-559-1234 phone | email
O-Malley Alley Cat Organization Darla Daniel Street address (or approximate location): Nacogdoches County | 936-468-2439 phone | email

Newton County

No retirement information currently listed.

Panola County

Retiree Bob Harness states: "My wife and I had lived in Kansas City for 35 years and were ready to get out of the city into a more rural setting. We decided to make a road trip to East Texas – we picked out 17 towns between Paris and Lufkin to visit. Our choice needed to have big pine trees, a hospital and an airport close by, plus we wanted a house with a lake nearby. After an overnight stay in Carthage, we decided this is the place to be. The people are so friendly. . .it just felt like home right away. We discovered that the town was named "The Best Little Town in Texas," and it proved itself right. We love it here!"

Polk County

ACCRA COST OF LIVING (100% Composite Listing)
The cost of living in Polk County is below the State average.
EDUCATION
Angelina College offers classes accredited for degree programs as well as community service classes and specialized training classes at the Livingston High School Campus. For class schedules, activities and events, or general information visit our website.
Angelina College is home to the Small Business Development Center that serves Angelina, Nacogdoches, Polk, Tyler and Houston Counties.
HEALTHCARE
Memorial Medical Center - Livingston, 1717 Highway 59 Bypass Livingston - (936) 329-8700
(Six Story-200 Bed Expansion in Progress)
Escapees CARE Inc., 155 Care Center Dr, Livingston, TX 77351 - (936) 327-4256
A licensed adult day care program intended to delay or eliminate the need for placing your loved one in a nursing home. Participants are under the care of a professional staff. The program is open to everyone. Social interaction with others combined with good nutrition and monitoring health, has been proven to make people live longer, be happier, and remain independent.
HOUSING
Average new home price: $109,000 to $289,000
Average cost of new home construction: $70 - $85/square foot
Average rental cost of apartments: $350 - $595/month
POPULATION

	2006 Estimate	2000 Census	1990 Census
Livingston	6200	5433	5,030
Onalaska	2500	1194	983
Corrigan		1121
Polk County	48,055	41,133	30,687

TAX RATES (per $100 of Assessed Value)

Polk County - .6277	Livingston ISD - 1.4245
City of Livingston - none	Onalaska ISD - 1.5429
City of Onalaska - none	Corrigan/Camden ISD - 1.4886
City of Corrigan - .5858	Big Sandy ISD - 1.4560
City of Goodrich - .7134	Leggett ISD - 1.5070
	Goodrich ISD - 1.37
TOTAL Tax Rate
Municipal Tax Rate Economic Development Tax Rate	None

State Tax Rate	Sales Tax	6.25%
Other Sales Taxes	Polk County	.5%
	Livingston	1.5%
	Onalaska	1.5%
	Goodrich	1.0%

TRANSPORTATION
Livingston Municipal Airport - 3700' lighted runway. Fuel available and privately owned hangers. (936) 327-4311
Kerrville Bus - Coach USA, 111 Pan American Dr, Livingston, TX 77351 - (936) 327-4224
Brazos Transit District, 202 Pan American Dr, Livingston, TX 77351 - (936) 327-0192 - (800) 272-0039
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
American Association of Retired Persons
Chuck Milner - 936-566-4766
American Association of University Women
Carolyn Jo Taylor - 936-967-5065
Daughters of the American Revolution
Freeman-Bonner Star Starling - 936-327-5333 or 936-327-5301
Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Gladys May: 936-327-4167 | Joanne Westmoreland: 936-967-4656
Friends of Murphy Memorial Library - 936-327-4252
Godtel Ministries
June Gentry, 1607 South Washington, Livingston, TX 77351 - 936-327-8863
Habitat for Humanity
Ray Gearing, P.O. Box 63, Livingston, Texas 77351 - 936-328-8529
Livingston Lions Club
Bud Robison, President - 936-967-2273
Corrigan Lions Club
Meetings: Every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Corrigan Nutrition Center at 6:30 PM
Onalaska Lions Club
Lew Vail - 936-646-4330
Onalaska Lioness Club
Meetings: First and third Monday at 6:30 PM at Onalaska City Hall
Livingston Art League
Hope Taylor: 936-653-4253
Meetings: Sept through May at 12:30PM on the fourth Monday of each month at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located on the corner of Willis and Jones Street.
Memorial Medical Center Auxiliary
Chuck Milner - 936-566-4766
Pilot Club of Livingston
Tammie Jones - 936-398-4201
Meetings: Third Monday of each month at 6PM
Polk County Garden Club
Shirley Haley - 936-967-8600
Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month Sept through May At Miss Effie's Cottage located on Mill Street.
Polk County Heritage Society
Doris Kuscher - 936-566-4171
Meetings: Third Tuesday of the month 5PM at the Heritage House.
Polk County Historical Commission
R.D. Hendrix - 936-563-4202
Meetings: Last Tuesday of the month at 5PM.
Rotary Club of Livingston
Meetings: Every Thursday at Noon at Camp Cho-Yeh.
Sons of Confederate Veterans
Craig Reese - 936-327-8232
United Daughters of the Confederacy
Theresa Neal - 936-398-5163

Sabine County

EDUCATION
Brookeland Independent School District, PO BOX 8, Brookeland TX 75931 - (409) 698-2677
Hemphill Independent School District, PO BOX 1950, Hemphill, TX 75948
West Sabine Independent School District, PO BOX 8, Pineland, TX 75968 - (409) 584-2655
HEALTHCARE
Sabine County Hospital, PO Box 750, Hemphill, Texas 75948
Licensed for thirty-six beds by Texas Department of Health. Accredited and surveyed on an annual basis. 24 hour operation of emergency room. Life flight service.
Hemphill Family Medicine / Rural Health Clinic, 2200 Hwy 83 W, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-3772
Packard Medical Group, Hwy 83 E, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-3520
DENTAL CARE
Sabine Dental Group, PO Box 668, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-3130
Martin Rueffer, DDS, PO Box 830, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-2676
OPTOMETRY
Hemphill Eye Center - Dr. Gary Golden, PO Box 100, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-3133 / (800) 217-8857
HEARING SERVICE
Hemphill Hearing - Susan P. Cowgill, Certified Audiologist, PO Box 264, Hemphill, Texas 75948 - (409) 787-3388
REAL ESTATE
Toledo Bend Express Realty - Terry Vaughn, P.O. Box 968, Hemphill, TX 75948 - terry@toledobendexpress.com - 409-787-2990
COUNTY POPULATION
2000 Census: 10,469
2006 Estimate: 11,000
TAX RATES
County: 0.37420
City: based on sales tax
Hemphill School: 1.26600
West Sabine: 1.23700
Hospital: 0.18317

San Augustine County

Whether you are a camping, hiking or cycling enthusiast, San Augustine County offers year-round enjoyment. The Big Thicket National Preserve is an enjoyable drive down the road! Sam Rayburn Reservoir and Toledo Bend Reservoir both are less than 20 minutes away and are paradises for campers, boaters, fishermen and nature lovers.
EDUCATION
Angelina College San Augustine Teaching Center - (936) 633-5392
MEDICAL AND LIFE CARE FACILITIES
Hospital: Memorial Medical Center
Assisted Living Facilities:
El Camino House, Twin Lakes Care Center
Convalescent Facilities:
Colonial Pines Healthcare, Trinity Rehabilitation & Retirement, Twin Lakes Care Center
Health Care Provider:
East Texas Health Access Network ETHAN
Ambulance Service and Heliport Facilities
HOUSING
Average new home price: $80,000 - $97,000
Average cost of new home construction: $65 - $80 per sq. ft.
Average rental cost of apartments (published online):
Fair market rent in 2006 in San Augustine County:
- 1 bedroom apartment: $400 a month
- 2 bedroom apartment: $485 a month
- 3 bedroom apartment: $630 a month
New home developments:
Matt Smith Construction - 936-275-2850
Hanks Builders - 936-275-5643; 936-275-8927 (cell)
POPULATION

	2006 Estimate	2000 Census	1990 Census
Broaddus	200	189	160
San Augustine	2532	2432	2337
County	9000	8940	7969

TAX RATES (per $100 of Assessed Value)

County	.618135
City	.545690
School District	1.37
Hospital	.4144000
Total Tax Rate	2.94
Municipal Tax Rate	1.50
Economic Development Tax Rate	-0-
State Tax Rate	6.25
County Sales Tax	.50

TRANSPORTATION
San Augustine County Airport - 4200 foot run way
Contact County Judge - 936-275-2762
COMMUNITY LIFE
Civic Organizations:
American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Garden ClubKiwanis Club, LIONs Club, Rotary Club, San Augustine County Go Texans, San Augustine County Historical Commission, San Augustine County Historical Society, Sew What's Quilters, Sons of the Republic of Texas, Study Club, Women's Service League, Multiple Community Fire Departments and Ladies Auxiliaries
Churches:
There are over 50 churches of all dominations in San Augustine County.
Youth Organizations:
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H, Boys and Girls Clubs
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
Lions Club - Brad Haley, President (936) 275-3443
Rotary Club - Chuck Pool, President (936) 275-2283
Kiwanis Club - Peggy Hardy, President
San Augustine Garden Club - Sharon Bradberry, President
San Augustine County Go Texans - Robert Harris, Ambassdor
Women's Service League - Kathie Haley, President
Daughters of the Republic of Texas - Cherry Burnet, President
Sons of the Republic of Texas
Daughters of the American Revolution
Veterans of Foreign Wars
American Legion

San Jacinto County

"After 45 "hustle bustle" years in Houston, we moved to a Lake Livingston subdivision - Camilla Coves in San Jacinto County. This heavily wooded area is quiet, peaceful and serene. Neighbors driving their golf carts stop by for coffee or just to visit. We have several community cook outs, ice cream socials, etc., throughout the year. A lot owner's association enforces deed restrictions and neighbors help neighbors here. The lake is a paradise for recreation and fishing. We have the charm of a country setting with easy access to shopping and a short drive for excellent medical care. This is a dream spot for retirees." - John & Nita Pou
EDUCATION
Angelina College, based in Lufkin, provides a wide variety of non-credit and credit classes in Shepherd and Coldspring. (936) 653-1116.
HEALTHCARE
Coldspring Chiropractic Clinic - (936) 653-2958
Coldspring Physical Medicine - (936) 936-653-5862
Dr. Phil's Family Medicine - (936) 936-653-2679
RAJ Medical Center - (936) 628-3000
Shepherd Rural Health Clinic - (936) 628-3343
Short 1-hour drive from Houston, home of numerous fine medical facilities
Guardian EMS provides excellent emergency service for San Jacinto County
HOUSING
Average new home price: $85,000
Subdivisions: (good availability of homes)
- - Cape Royale - (936) 653-3233
- - Ragsdale Springs
- - Waterwood Resort and Country Club - (936) 891-5211
- - Coldspring Terrace
- - Lakeview Estates
- - Camilla Coves
POPULATION

	2006 Estimate	2000 Census	1990 Census
Shepherd	2,345	2,029	1,812
Coldspring	776	691	538
San Jacinto County	25,313	22,246	16,372

TAX RATES (per $100 of Assessed Value)

Property
Shepherd		Coldspring
City	$ .2650	City	$ N/A
ISD	$1.3790	ISD	$1.4545
County	$ .4353	County	$ .4353
Sales
Shepherd		Coldspring
State	6.25%	State	6.25%
County	.50%	County	.50%
City	1.00%	City	1.00%
Economic Development	.50%
Total	8.50%

VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
Shepherd Public Library, Pam Whitmire - (936) 628-3515
Coldspring Public Library, Barbara Sheffield - (936) 653-3104
Shepherd Senior Citizens - (936) 628-3733
Coldspring Senior Citizens, Barbara Wofford - (936) 653-4175
Shepherd Chamber of Commerce, Bobby Carter - (936) 628-3890
Coldspring Chamber of Commerce, Sandy Carmen - (936) 653-2184
Habitat for Humanity - (936) 653-1890
Historical Commission, Beth Nix - (936) 653-2009
Women's League, Sherma Raymond - (936) 653-2505

Shelby County

There is something for everyone retiring in Shelby County!
For the year-round sports enthusiast, there is an assortment of outdoor activities to partake in. For golf lovers, Center Country Club is the place. Some prefer walking. Take a stroll around the Center City Park and end the day with a picnic under the pavilion. Enjoy walking the trails in a family atmosphere with a playground, lake, fishing pier and horseshoe pit nestled in a piney woods forest. For camping enthusiasts, there are several camping locations throughout Shelby County with swimming, fishing, horseback riding area and boating activities available.
Have a passion for the cultural arts? Visit the Lakes Area Art League Center which offers art exhibits, art education classes and a myriad of cultural events throughout the year.
For history buffs, a brochure lists a multitude of historical sites, locations and markers throughout all of Shelby County to visit. For the birding enthusiast, a local guide book is available.
Reading enthusiasts can enjoy quiet reading time at the Fannie Brown Booth Memorial Library, which has over 13,000 books to choose from. The library is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and hosts various reading programs and offers computer and Internet access availability.
Have an appetite for shopping? There is plenty of opportunity for shopping throughout Shelby County. Satisfy that sweet tooth at Joaquin's quaint candy store. Check out all the department stores, antique shops, gift shops, children's stores, furniture stores, restaurants, sandwich shops, and art galleries throughout the county. Wildlife enthusiasts will find a haven in one of the largest outdoor sports stores in the area. After a full day of shopping, take in a movie at the restored state-of-the-art Rio Theatre located on the downtown Center Square.
Kick back, relax and enjoy the scenic sites, nature and wonders of Shelby County.
EDUCATION
Higher education is in the heart of Shelby County with Panola College - Shelby Regional Training Center and Shelby College Center. Shelby Regional Training Center offers educational opportunities through the Industrial Technology program, which is designed to prepare students for a career in an industrial environment. Students are able to focus on welding, hydraulics, refrigeration, electrical, safety or business courses. The programs include laboratory training using state-of-the-art instruments, materials and techniques employed by the industry. Shelby College Center is a two-year community college that offers technical and vocational programs in Nurse Aide, Vocational Nursing, Office Systems, Cosmetology, and Computer Information Systems in addition to academic classes. If a 4-year university is preferred, Stephen F. Austin State University located in Nacogdoches is only thirty minutes away.
Panola College / Shelby Regional Training Center
Dr. Joe Shannon, 658 Roughrider Drive, Center, Texas 75935 - 936-591-9075 | email
Panola College / Shelby College Center
Dr. Joe Shannon, Loop 500, P.O. Box 1863, Center, Texas 75935 - 936-598-6134 | email
MEDICAL
Shelby Regional Medical Center - Includes an emergency room, trauma center, obstetrical services, rehabilitation, imaging services, general surgery, cardiac rehab, home health, physical therapy, laboratory, radiology and a diagnostic sleep lab.
602 Hurst Street, Center, Texas 75935 - 936-598-2781
MISCELLANEOUS
Right Step Adult Day Care, Sharon Hamilton, 457 St Hwy 7 East, Suite A, Center, Texas 75935, 936-591-0242
The Hope Clinic, 157 Wall Street, Tenaha, Texas 75974, 936-598-4673 | email
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
SHELBY COUNTY VFW POST 8904, Larry Hume, Hwy 96 North, Center, Texas 75935, 936-598-2976
ROTARY CLUB, Chad Nehring, 936-598-2941
LION'S CLUB, Jim Sawyer, 936-598-5688
OPTIMIST CLUB, Joyce Johnson, 1210 Logansport Street, Center, Texas 75935, 936-598-8231
BOY SCOUTS, Darrell Albert, 936-598-2773
GIRL SCOUTS, Sammy & Sherri Addison, 936-598-6046
SHELBY COUNTY SHRINE CLUB, Harold Osborne, 936-598-9865
SHARON SHRINER'S, Dr. Joe Hooker, 936-598-5633
YOUTH BASEBALL, Cliff Porter, 936-591-9990, Jason Locke, 936-598-6787
SHELBY COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL, Becky Matthews, 936-598-5516, Anna Stuever, 936-590-4852
SHELBY COUNTY OUTREACH MINISTRIES, 735 Shelbyville Street, Center Texas 75935 936-598-4990
PINEYWOOD OUTREACH CENTER, 255 Haley Drive, Center, Texas 75935 936-598-5509
PILOT'S CLUB, Sammy Dance, 936-598-3351, Center Municipal Airport, 936-598-9300
CENTER GARDEN CLUB, Nelwyn Hawkins, President, 936-598-7862
DUTCH OVEN COOKERS, Carolyn Chandler, 936-598-5349
POPULATION

Year	Community	County
2005	6,200	25,882
2000	5,000	22,436
1990	4,950	22,034
1980	5,827	23,084
1970	4,989	19,672

GEOGRAPHIC DATA
Center Area - 65 Square Miles
Average Elevation - 345 Feet
County Area - 819 Square Miles
WORKFORCE
Shelby County has a civilian labor force of approximately 11,625. The unemployment rate as of August 2006 was 5.8%.
Workforce Solutions, Robin Bradberry, Regional Manager, 1121 Hurst Street, Suite 2, Center 75935, 936-598-2468
MAJOR AREA EMPLOYERS

Employer	Product	Employees
Tyson Foods	Poultry	1,250
Armstrong Bruce Hardwood Floors	Wood	520
Center Independent School District	Education	380
General Shelters of Texas	Manufacturing	346
Wal-Mart Supercenter	Retail	320
Pilgrim’s Pride	Poultry	155
Shelby Regional Medical Center	Healthcare	135
Shelby County	Government	104
Ameri-Tech Building Systems	Portable Buildings	100
Hallmark Center Fixtures	Display Fixtures	95
City of Center	Municipality	71
C & R Refrigeration	Refrigeration	50

TRANSPORTATION
Highway / Interstate Transportation
Nearest Interstate Highway - Interstate 20
Distance - 55 miles
Nearest Major Highway - US 96
Distance - 1 mile
State Highway(s) - TX 7 & TX 87
Air Transportation
Nearest General Aviation Airport - Center Municipal
Length of Runway - 5,500 feet
Surface Type - Asphalt
Landing Lights - Yes
Instrument Landing System - No
Aircraft Storage - Yes
Aircraft Maintenance - Yes
Three instrument approaches - Yes
Pilot's Terminal - Yes
Meeting place - Yes
Nearest Airport with Commercial Services - Shreveport
Distance to nearest Commercial Airport - 60 miles
Commercial Air Freight Services - Yes
Bus Service Provider - Kerrville Bus-Coach USA
Rail Services Providers - Northern Burlington Santa Fe & Union Pacific
Shipping
Nearest Deepwater port - Port of Houston Authority
Distance to Port - 160 miles
Channel Depth - 45 feet
Barge Service - No
UPS Shipping - First Place Graphics 1455 Southview Circle, Center, Texas 75935
FedEx - Yes
TAX STRUCTURE
Area Sales Taxes:
Center - 2%; Huxley - 1%; Joaquin - 1.5%;
Tenaha - 1%; Timpson - 1%
State Taxes
Sales: 6.25%
State Corporate Income Tax: No
State Individual Income Tax: No
State Corporate Franchise Tax: Yes
Center Property Tax: $0.5233/$100

Trinity County

Do you have those pioneer dreams? Do you sit in the din and congestion of a city and wonder how you can get out of the hustle and bustle of noise and pollution and live a simpler life? Do you wonder how you are going to make ends meet when you retired with the high cost of living? Do you want to buy a home or start a business but just can't afford it? Trinity County is waiting for you to explore the possibilities. Beautiful scenery, affordable living, clean air, great fishing, good schools and churches, and untapped business opportunities. Trinity County is centered in the midst of Texas history and the splendor of Texas Forest Country. Be a modern-day pioneer and stake your claim on a new life in a timeless frontier.

Tyler County

HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS
Ivanhoe Property Owners Association, 1200 Camelot Dr S, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 331-0312
Wildwood Home Owners Association, 92 Cypress Bend Dr, Village Mills, TX 77663 -
(409) 834-2241
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS
East Texas Land Co., P.O. Box 592, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-5252 | Fax: (409) 283-5200
Big Cypress Creek Land & Cattle Co., Robert or Sue Wood, 210 S. Village, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-8554 | Cell: (409) 283-0073 | Fax: (409) 283-3703 | A: (409) 283-7442
Martindale Real Estate Investments, Michele Martindale, 904 W. Bluff St, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-8727 | Cell: (409) 429-6202 | Fax: (409) 283-6790 - Email
REAL ESTATE RENTALS
Housing Authority for the City of Woodville, Alice Lewis, 1114 Albert Drive, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-3628 | Fax: (409) 283-7025 - Email
Properties Unlimited, Inc., Michael Murphy, P.O. Box 295, Colmesneil, TX 75938 - (409) 837-9802
REAL ESTATE SALES
Keller Williams Realty, Ginni Stein, 1200 N. Magnolia, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-7788 | Cell: (409) 200-0266 | Fax: (409) 837-9136 - Email
Re/Max Millennium, Kathryn J. Stover, 1008 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-2990 | Fax: (409) 283-3049 - Email
M. Moffett & Company, Milton Moffett, 802 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-8737 | Fax: (409) 283-2399 | (409) 283-5252 - Email
Timberlake Development | Ivanhoe Lakes, Bill Weeks, #1 Ivanhoe Drive, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-3110 | Fax: (409) 283-2353 | A: (800) 314-3110 - Email
REAL ESTATE MORTGAGES
Remington Mortgage, Ltd., Shalane Wesley, 34 Lake Drive, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-7016 | Cell: (409) 200-1068 | Fax: (409) 283-7086 - Email
Grandmark Mortgage, Sally Hoff, 219 Sir Erwaine, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-2696 | Cell: (409) 818-5626 | Fax: (409) 283-7578 - Email
TITLE COMPANY
Tyler County Title, 318 W. Dogwood, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-2582 | Fax: (409) 283-3777 - Email
AMBULANCE SERVICE
Dogwood EMS, 109 W. Live Oak St., Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-3908 | Cell: (409) 429-0955 | A: (409) 283-3877 | Fax: (409) 331-9919 - Email
HEALTHCARE
Tyler County Hospital, Dr. Sandra Jackson, 1100 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-6400 | Fax: (409) 283-5961 - Email
James M. Brown, MD, 104 N. Beech, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-7445
East Texas Health Access Network, Carlene Wilson, 117 W. Houston, Jasper, TX 75951 - Phone: (409) 384-2099 | Fax: (409) 384-2211 - Email
East Texas Home Health, Inc., Krista Jernigan, 14046 Main St., Chester, Texas 75936 -
Phone: (409) 969-2103 | Fax: (409) 969-2101 - Email
Fred Health Care PLLC, Kim Best, Hwy 92 N, Box 337, Fred, TX 77616 - Phone: (409) 429-9494 | Cell: (409) 651-5566 | Fax: (409) 980-9457 - Email
Homecare Solutions of East Texas, Jean Willford, 718 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 331-9492 | Fax: (409) 331-9490 - Email
Lakes Area Hospice, Rae Tidwell, 254 Ethel, P.O. Box 2086, Jasper, TX 75951 -
Phone: (409) 384-5995 | Fax: (409) 384-9655 - Email
Dogwood Trails Manor, 76 Highway 190 West, Woodville, Texas 75979 -
Phone: (409) 283-8147 | Cell: (409) 489-6655 | Fax: (409) 283-3919
Woodville Dialysis Center, American Renal Associates, Linda Burks, 712 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 331-1500 | Fax: (409) 331-1501 - Email
Woodville Health & Rehabilitation, 102 N. Beech St., Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-2555 | Fax: (409) 283-8446
ASSISTED LIVING
The Orchard, Betty Hudspeth, 805 W. Dogwood St, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-5678 | Fax: (409) 283-2044 - Email
DENTIST
Brian Babin, DDS, 1203 W. Dogwood, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-3721 | Fax: (409) 283-5448
CHIROPRACTOR
Tyler County Chiropractic, 1101 West Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-8133 | Cell: (409) 283-1950 | Fax: (409) 283-8134 - Email
OPTOMETRIST
James Eye Associates, P.L.L.C., 1100 W. Bluff St., Woodville, TX 75979 - Mailing Address: 26849 Manor Falls Dr., Kingwood, TX 77339 - Phone: (409) 384-1133 | Cell: (281) 796-9359 | Fax: (409) 384-1134 - Email
POPULATION

Year	Woodville	County
2006	2,261	20,880
2003*	2,412	20,668
2000	2,415	20,871
1990	2,636	16,646
*source: DemographicsNow

TAX RATES
Sales Tax
State . . . 6.25%
City . . . 1.50%
County . . . .50%
Property Tax (per $100 appraised value)
City . . . .421
County . . . .4038
Hospital . . . .0917
School . . . 1.600
Total . . . 2.521
VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS
Allan Shivers Library & Museum, Rosemary Bunch, 302 N Charlton, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-3709 | Fax: (409) 283-5258 | - Email
Heritage Village Museum, Ofiera Gazzaway, 157 PR 6000, PO Box 888, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 283-2272 | Fax: (409) 283-2194 - Email
W.T. Colmesneil House, Jerri Smart, 106 S. Pitzer, PO Box 443, Colmesneil, TX 75938 - Phone: (409) 837-2386 | Cell: (409) 283-1332
Junior Achievement of the Golden Triangle, 505 Milam St. #700, Beaumont, TX 77701 - Phone: (409) 833-3860 | Alt: (409) 782-6702 | Fax: (409) 832-6980
Tyler County Area Go Texan, PO Box 97, Spurger, TX 77660 - (409) 429-5759 - Email
Tyler County Chamber of Commerce, 717 W Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-2632 - Email
Tyler County Dogwood Festival, PO Box 2151, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-8346
Tyler County Heritage Society, PO Box 888, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-2272
Family Services Women & Children's Shelter, 990 IH 10 N. Ste. 140, Beaumont, TX 77702 - Phone: (409) 283-5887 | Fax: (409) 283-8720 - Email
Women & Children's Shelter, P.O. Box 174, Woodville, TX 75979 - Phone: (409) 331-9939 | Fax: (409) 283-8720
Woodville Lions Club, 755 US Hwy 190 E, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-7629
Woodville Rotary Club, Lou Campbell , 717 W. Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 283-5718
Woodville Chapter #462 OES, Linda Harmon, 390 Holly, (708 Kelley Blvd. - mailing), Woodville, TX 75979 - (409) 382-0491 - Email
Woodville Women's Business & Professional Club, Lois Henderson, 8067 FM 1943 E, Warren, TX 77664 | 758 CR 3930, Colmesneil, TX 75938 - (409) 363-1269 - Email
Spurger Lion's Club, Norris Harrington, PO Box 171, Spurger, TX 77660 - (409) 429-7771 - Email

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