NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Thirteen aviation students from Stephen F. Austin State University competed at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association’s SAFECON 2024 competition, held in Waco. This prestigious event included ground and flying challenges against top collegiate flight programs from across the nation. “We are incredibly proud of our students for stepping up and competing for the […]
NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Dr. William R. Johnson, the university’s fourth president, who passed away Wednesday, Oct. 23. Johnson’s leadership, vision and dedication shaped SFA’s trajectory during his 14 years as president, from 1976 to 1990, making him one of the university’s longest-serving presidents. […]
Opening Marks Brand’s 11th Installation Amidst Rapid Growth Period NACOGDOCHES, Texas (October 18, 2024) – Dillas Quesadillas (pronounced Dill-uhs), a North Texas-based quick service restaurant chain specializing in cooked-to-order Primo quesadillas, is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Nacogdoches, Texas. Located at 2829 North St., this marks Dillas’ first […]
NACOGDOCHES – To celebrate Arbor Day this year, the Garden Capital of Texas Committee is partnering with the Elliot Family Foundation and SFA Gardens to give away trees for local homeowners to plant. The free tree giveaway will be held from 11 am to 2 pm on Friday, November 1, at the Chamber of Commerce, […]
AUSTIN – A confirmed Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang member is now in custody following his arrest on Monday, Oct. 7, by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Special Agents in Houston. Working in collaboration with the Houston Police Department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), DPS arrested Jorgenys Robertson Cova, 32, an illegal immigrant […]
AUSTIN – It is with great sadness the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the death of a Highway Patrol Trooper following a traffic crash in Ector County. Trooper Kevin Alexis Ramirez Vasquez, 25, was investigating a traffic crash along SH 302 when he was struck by a vehicle around 9 a.m. on Tuesday, […]
NACOGDOCHES COUNTY, Texas – Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office deputies intercepted more than 10 lbs of cocaine being transported on Nacogdoches County roadways in two recent separate traffic stops, resulting in felony charges for threeMichigan residents. Around 8:50 p.m. Monday, NCSO deputies pulled over Desean Hyken Lee Williams, 33, of Flint, Michigan, for traffic violations observed […]
Charles Pool Real Estate is proud to announce DeeAnn Walia as the newest member of Nacogdoches’ largest team of licensed brokers. After a 14-year career in cosmetology, DeeAnn brings a wealth of local knowledge and personal insight to her work as a REALTOR®. She knows the importance of listening, paying attention to details, and building […]
The Nacogdoches Arts Collaborative is gonna party like it’s 1924! Don’t miss our fabulous fundraiser Arts Ball: Speakeasy, coming on Saturday October 12 7-10 PM at the Mill Room behind Banita Creek Hall in historic Nacogdoches. We’re raising money to support local arts programming and you’re invited to our wingding! It’s gonna be the cat’s […]
NACOGDOCHES COUNTY, Texas – Nacogdoches County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized more than 30 lbs of illegal drugs and arrested an Illinois man on first-degree felony charges during a traffic stop Tuesday. Juan Antonio Diaz, 27, was booked into the Nacogdoches County jail on two first-degree felonies for possession of acontrolled substance. A deputy patrolling in […]