NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release:

Stephen F. Austin State University, the T.L.L. Temple Foundation and Angelina College today announced the launch of the East Texas Water Institute, a new regional initiative designed to expand the information, expertise and partnerships available to communities as they steward and plan for East Texas' water resources for generations to come. Pictured, from left, are State Rep. Cole Hefner; Ashley Morgan, SFA alumna and director of the Texas Water Development Board; State Rep. Joanne Shofner; State Rep. Trent Ashby; Dr. Neal Weaver, SFA president; Dr. Drew Gholson, associate vice president and executive director of the East Texas Water Inst...