Growing up I remember that the Lufkin Police had cars, not SUVs, but full-size 4-door Chevrolet Caprice sedans. I also remember they were painted blue with big red lights on top.

I always thought they looked so cool. I would have loved a chance to get inside and check them out. 

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Kids in Lufkin now have that opportunity, but not just with police vehicles. All kinds of amazing local rigs will be wide open for the kids to explore.

Touch-A-Truck Is Coming The First Saturday In March

Touch-A-Truck is coming to the Lufkin Convention Center at 601 N. 2nd St. Lufkin, Texas 75901, on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 10 AM - 2 PM.

This is a free event coordinated by the Jr. League of Lufkin. Your kids will climb inside emergency, utility, construction, landscaping, transportation, and delivery vehicles, including helicopters.

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There will be live music and food trucks. For just $5 you can get a wristband that includes face painting, an inflatable obstacle course, and a petting zoo.

Become A Sponsor Of Touch-A-Truck With The Junior Leauge Of Lufkin

You can spread the wealth and for $30 sponsor a classroom of your choice for the event. To become a sponsor CLICK HERE.

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They will all get wristbands and with them the ability to enjoy all the extras at the event. Get your sponsorships in before February 12, 2025 so your class receives tickets in time for the event.

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Where To Find Girl Scout Cookies In Lufkin & Nacogdoches

Girl Scout cookie time is almost here with the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council. See the first 5 cookie booth locations of 2025 in Lufkin and Nacogdoches, Texas.

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Don't let nostalgia cloud your mind about the past in Texas. Things were much harder than they are now. Source: Vox

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Doing these five things will give you the best chance to keep your vehicle rolling into the next decade in Texas.

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