Stephen F. Austin State University

Researchers at Stephen F. Austin State University are working to improve the regrowth of forests on land once used for strip mining. A two-acre plot near Crockett, Texas, will compare various techniques in forestry reclamation that have worked in Appalachia, but are now being tested in the Western Gulf Coast region.

The coordinator for Austin, Texas-based Texas Children in Nature speaks tonight at Stephen. F. Austin State University about getting kids outside more often.

An 11-year-old pianist from Nacogdoches has been awarded the National Gold Medal from the Royal Conservatory Music Development Program. Antonio Ajero received the highest score nationwide on the Level 9 test. It was the only Gold Medal awarded in Texas.

Stephen F. Austin State University chef instructor Todd Barrios never cooks the same holiday meal twice. The guests at his table are always guessing what he might come up with, perhaps brisket or shrimp and corn chowder.

New focus areas in the food and nutrition program at Stephen F. Austin State University are attracting an influx of students interested in a wide variety of careers in nutrition and health.