The East Texas Historical Association, headquartered on the
campus of Stephen F. Austin State University, will sponsor a
one-day symposium that will review the legislative process
necessary in both states to launch the Toledo Bend Dam and
Reservoir project, and explore its economic and social impact on
the area of both states.
Thousands of Louisianans and Texans participated
in the project as landowners, construction workers, or,
ultimately, recreational tourists. All are cordially invited to
participate in the symposium, which will be held in the Wesley
Center of the First United Methodist Church of Jasper, Texas, on
Saturday, April 12, 2008. A catered lunch is scheduled with
registration—$10—beginning at 8:00 am. For further information,
or to register for the meeting, contact ETHA at 936-468-2407 or
amcdonald@sfasu.edu
The ticket price for the banquet is $20 per person and reserved
tables for 6 or more are available. All tickets are pre-sold
and will not be available at the door. Tickets can be
purchased at the Chamber of Commerce’s Visitor Center located in
the Powell Hotel Museum on Tuesday and Wednesday. Also, Orange
Savings Bank, Community Bank of Texas, E.L. Services and
Whispering Creek have tickets available during their business
hours. For tickets contact the Chamber office at 409-379-5527
or email at
chamber@newton-texas.com.
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D.A. Alerts Newton County Residents |
Fellow
Newton County Residents:
Today I received a notice from the United States
Department of Commerce that the Census Bureau is
currently working in Newton County. According to
the notice, trained federal employees will be conducting
household surveys by telephone and in-person interviews,
as well as by mail. All Census Bureau representatives
will have an official identification card, including the
person’s picture, signature, expiration date, and the
Department of Commerce seal. Each worker is required to
show residents his or her credentials.
Misti Spacek, Criminal District Attorney, Newton County,
Texas
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Newton County Fair
April 22nd-26th |
The Newton
County Fair Association announces the annual County Fair will
begin on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 and will end with the Livestock
Auction on Saturday, April 26, 2008. The annual Livestock Show,
Auction and Fair attracts thousands of area residents yearly and
promises to be one for the record books. So far, 179 animal
entries have been recorded!
The Fair also includes a carnival, nightly entertainment, and
arts and crafts exhibits. Booths are now available for $100 and
for more information or to reserve booth space contact Ricky
Simmons at 409-379-5061 or for arts and crafts guidelines call
the Extension Service at 409-379-4831.
The Chamber is
selling copies of “Looking Back – A Glimpse of Newton County
History” DVD for $20.00. Call or email and reserve a copy today!
Just a few left.
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PLEASE REMEMBER ...
The Chamber is here to serve all the businesses in Newton County and is open to any individual who wants to promote economic growth in Newton County!
The Chamber Notes is a monthly newsletter of the Newton County Chamber of Commerce and does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of all Chamber members, officers and directors. We invite all member's comments and suggestions. If you are interested in providing information or a special feature for the newsletter or have a meeting or event, please contact:
Newton County Chamber of Commerce
Susan Karpel, Chamber Secretary
P.O. Box 66 Newton, Texas 75966
Telephone: 409-379-5527
Email:
chamber@newton-texas.com
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Newton County Chamber of Commerce - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED |
