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Bryan
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Bryan-based Greater Brazos Partnership named Tom Johnson as its new president; he will start on Feb. 1 and brings experience from his previous role leading a multi-county development organization in Rapid City (after a six-month search). WTAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M regents approved the appointments of L. Diane Hurtado as vice chancellor for Nuclear Security Initiatives and John A. Barton as interim vice chancellor for Business Affairs on Wednesday, reinforcing disciplined leadership over enterprise operations statewide. My Aggie Nation
- ➤ Texas A&M assistant professor Shannon Norris Parish is developing a framework with the U.S. Army Special Operations Command to use agricultural literacy in strengthening food security for defense and stability. Her ongoing research trains local emergency responders & military teams in identifying key food system issues. My Aggie Nation
- ➤ Local Cub Scouts and their families will launch model rockets Saturday at the Museum of the American GI, offering a hands-on science experience for the community. The Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bryan won its 19th consecutive annual mayoral ring-off (raising over $3,600 for the Salvation Army) in a local ceremony that celebrated community service. The Eagle
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Brazos Valley Speed Dating for Seniors
6-7:30 p.m. — Hush and Whisper Distillery Co. — Registration required — Mingle with fellow singles aged 60+ in a fun and relaxed setting for possible connections.
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K-POP WARRIORS Live Show
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Brazos County Expo Complex — Cost info not provided — Experience the high-energy world of K-Pop with stunning choreography and vibrant costumes that will thrill audiences.
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