Skipping seat belts isn’t a flex—it’s a deadly risk. The new “Saved by the Belt” competition challenges Texas teens to wear a seat belt every seat, every ride. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the University Interscholastic League (UIL) are calling on high school students to pledge to buckle up every time they get […]
(Nacogdoches, TX) The Judy B. McDonald Public Library has received the 2025Achievement of Library Excellence Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association (TMLDA,) an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League. Of the 516 public library systems in Texas, the Nacogdoches library is one of only 101 who have earned this year’s award, putting it […]
Pay Attention, Your Safety Matters. The Janelle Grum Family Crisis Center of East Texas is proud to recognize Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month this February with a powerful prevention campaign themed, “Red Flags Aren’t Romantic”. The campaign is designed to empower teens with the knowledge and confidence to recognize unhealthy relationship behaviors early and understand […]
Stephen F. Austin State University’s Online Master of Public Policy program has been ranked among the top in Texas for 2026, earning the No. 5 spot from PublicAdministrationPolicy.org. The recognition highlights the university’s commitment to preparing future public service leaders through strong academics, experienced faculty, flexible online learning, and a career‑focused curriculum. The ranking is […]
The Lufkin District of the Texas Department of Transportation willbegin pre-treating roadway surfaces and bridges ahead of anticipated winter weatherthat could impact travel conditions. Due to forecasted rain, maintenance crews will begin applying a brine solution to prevent the build-up of ice on state-operated roads as weather permits Wednesday morning, and will step up operations […]
Lake Characteristics Location: on Naconiche and Telesco creeks, 14 miles northeast of Nacogdoches off US Highway 59Surface area: 692 acresMaximum depth: 40 feetImpounded: 2009 Water Conditions Current Lake Level: Call lake office (936) 559-9038Conservation Pool Elevation: 348 ft. mslFluctuation: 1-2 feetNormal Clarity: Moderately clear Reservoir Controlling Authority Nacogdoches CountyCommissioner Precinct 1101 W. Main, Suite 170Nacogdoches, […]
Lake Characteristics Location: On Loco Bayou, 10 miles west of Nacogdoches off FM 225Surface area: 2,212 acresMaximum depth: 40 feetImpounded: 1976 Water Conditions Current Lake LevelConservation Pool Elevation: 279 ft. mslFluctuation: 1-3 feetNormal Clarity: Moderately clear Reservoir Controlling Authority City of NacogdochesPO Box 630648Nacogdoches, Texas 75963-0648(936) 559-2960 Aquatic Vegetation Primarily hydrilla and American lotus Predominant […]
Together, East Texas can stand against exploitation (January 6th, 2026) – January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and the Janelle Grum Family Crisis Center of East Texas (FCCET) is raising awareness across the region with a powerful message: trafficking is not always what people expect—and it can happen anywhere. Human trafficking is often imagined as […]
On 12/31/2025, Deputies with the Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle south bound on highway 59 at the westward drive exit for a traffic violation. The vehicle, that was occupied by one male subject, was a white Volkswagen SUV that pulled to the shoulder of the roadway on […]
