In the aftermath of the death of terrorist leader Osama bin Laden, Lufkin Mayor Jack Gorden has declared today, May 2nd, "Pride in America Day", and people in the Lufkin area are invited to celebrate this day later today at Lufkin City Hall.
The Department of Homeland Security has a new Internet program that allows immigrants to verify their immigration status Online before they apply for a job, and allows employers to check applicants' immigration status before hiring them.