Good morning, Bryan.

The Aggies will face No. 7 Georgia in their SEC home opener at Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park later, while in College Station the Texas A&M System Board of Regents met on March 18 to launch a committee on medical and health affairs and form strategic planning group.

College Station ISD approved adding six staff positions at its March 17 meeting to support an expanded career technical education center, which will open in August.

The new roles will boost career training for students in the local area.

Texas A&M Board of Regents formed two committees to enhance health education oversight and set direction.

The Medical and Health Affairs Committee met Wed., Mar. 18 in College Station to review research and workforce needs while the Special Committee will finalize the system’s next plan later this fiscal year.

Texas A&M Veterinary College will house a new research center funded by a five-year, $15.3 million NIH grant; the center will develop improved chemical safety methods to reduce animal testing and strengthen public health.

Texas A&M Veterinary College and AgriLife Research have received a five-year, $15.3 million NIH grant to launch the NAMs Decisions Center (developing non-animal methods for chemical safety testing) with partner institutes; the center will improve safety assessments for industrial and consumer chemicals while reducing animal use.

Julianna Rankin Concert

12:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Travis Bryan Midtown Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Julianna Rankin with her music inspired by heartfelt narratives.

DEGART 2026 Grand Art Gala

5:30-8 p.m. — DEGALLERY — $50 — Celebrate the arts with a night of music, fine dining, and an art auction supporting local and international artists.

The Stella Hotel Easter Brunch

10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — The Stella Hotel, Autograph Collection — Reservations encouraged — Celebrate Easter with an abundant brunch featuring seafood displays and seasonal flavors.

Beats For Our Streets Benefit Concert

7-11 p.m. — Palace Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of music supporting Save Our Streets Ministries.

Brazos Valley Children's Literary Festival

9 AM – 2 PM — Larry J. Ringer Library — Free entry — Celebrate reading with authors, book signings, and creative activities for children.

Lake Walk Wellness Festival

1-4 p.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Free entry — Celebrate health and community through a fun run, yoga, and a vibrant wellness marketplace.

Half-Baked Presentations at Quinntastic Bites

6-8 p.m. — Quinntastic Bites — Free entry — Engage in a light-hearted debate over the best meal of the day with creative PowerPoint presentations.

KimoKawaii 2026

10 AM – 6 PM — Hilton College Station & Conference Center — Tickets required — Experience a vibrant one-day celebration of anime, art, and fun in College Station.

Gladiator Dash Mud Run

Race Day — Morning to Afternoon — Lake Bryan — Registration info varies — Embrace your inner gladiator and tackle 12 muddy obstacles for a great cause.