Scam Alert!

We are getting reports that citizen’s are receiving calls from a scammer claiming to be our very own Chief of Police Scott Weems claiming they have a warrant. This is a scam! If you receive a call from anyone claiming to be from the Nacogdoches Police Department telling you to pay a fine over the […]

UT System regents funnel $37M to SFA for campus updates

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– The University of Texas System Board of Regents allocated $37 million to fund deferred maintenance projects to refresh and revitalize Stephen F. Austin State University’s campus during their regular August meeting.  “These funds come at a pivotal moment for SFA,” said Dr. Neal Weaver, SFA president. “As we welcome record enrollment growth and […]

John “Bill” William Hunter Obituary

March 23, 1933 ~ August 26, 2025 (age 92) John “Bill” Hunter Obituary Funeral services for John “Bill” William Hunter, 92, of Nacogdoches will be held at 3:00pm Friday, August 29, 2025, at Laird Funeral Home, officiated by Bro. Brian Derr. Interment will follow at Lower Melrose Cemetery. A visitation will be held prior to the service from […]

Shirley Jean (Cotton) Lunsford-Ruthven Obituary

October 19, 1937 ~ August 23, 2025 (age 87) Shirley Lunsford-Ruthven Obituary Funeral services for Shirley Jean Lunsford, 87, of Garrison, will be held at 11:00am on Friday, August 29, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Garrison. Interment will follow at Cold Springs Cemetery. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00am on […]

Leroy Thompson Obituary

August 13, 1940 – August 24, 2025 Leroy Thompson, age 85, of Nacogdoches, Texas passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025.

SFA graduate student attends international symposium in Malaysia

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University education graduate student Kacie Clopp attended the international University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where she joined more than 1,000 emerging leaders from around the world to engage in high-impact conversations on humanitarian issues and global change. “I was the only student from Texas and one […]

SFA students head north for lessons in Canadian culture and sports business

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– A dozen business students from Stephen F. Austin State University’s Nelson Rusche College of Business wrapped up their management course by exploring sports business, entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada Aug. 11-19.    “During this study abroad trip, students experienced not only Canadian culture but also how Canadians innovate, launch businesses and celebrate sport,” […]

SFA announces 2025-26 Children’s Performing Arts Series lineup

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Students from area schools and families from the community are invited to the 2025-26 Children’s Performing Arts Series hosted by Stephen F. Austin State University’s Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts. Performances for each of the four touring productions will be held at 9:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on the dates listed below […]

SFA FOOTBALL SINGLE GAME TICKETS ON SALE NOW

https://sfajacks.com/news/2025/8/13/football-sfa-football-single-game-tickets-on-sale-now NACOGDOCHES, Texas – Lumberjack fans can now secure their seats for the 2025 Stephen F. Austin football season as single game tickets are officially on sale. With exciting matchups at Homer Bryce Stadium and a packed promotional calendar, there’s no better time to plan your game day.  Fans can choose from a variety of seating […]

SFA Athletics Unveils Exciting 2025 Concessions Deals

https://sfajacks.com/news/2025/8/22/football-sfa-athletics-unveils-exciting-2025-concessions-deals NACOGDOCHES, Texas – Lumberjack fans, come hungry this fall! Stephen F. Austin Athletics is excited to announce a lineup of featured concessions specials and value deals for the 2025 SFA Football season at Homer Bryce Stadium.  Each home game will showcase a unique featured item or fan-friendly combo, designed to elevate the game day experience. Plus, Happy […]