NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Despite economic uncertainty in the U.S., East Texans can look forward to growth in 2026, according to a recent Texas Real Estate Research Center article written by Dr. Mikhail Kouliavtsev, professor and chair of Stephen F. Austin State University’s Department of Economics and Finance and director of SFA’s Center for Business and Economic Research in the Nelson Rusche College of Business.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University’s Stone Fort Museum will host a St. Patrick’s Day concert featuring local band El Camino Real de Nacogdoches from 2 to 4 p.m. March 14.

According to Carolyn Spears, Stone Fort Museum director, Irish settlers brought their traditions to Nacogdoches in the 19th century, with more than 3,000 Irish people listed on the 1860 census. The concert will showcase Celtic, bluegrass, traditional country, Appalachian, folk and other music genres.

NACOGDOCHES, Texas –– Stephen F. Austin State University has appointed Michael Funke chief of The University of Texas System Police Department at SFA, effective Feb. 1, following his service as interim chief. The appointment was made in collaboration with The University of Texas System Office of the Director of Police.