Good morning, Bryan.

Fujifilm Biotechnologies, Brazos County’s largest private employer, is downsizing for the second time in three years by reducing a small number of roles at its College Station site and in North Carolina—affected employees will receive severance and outplacement support as the company refocuses assets for efficiency.

Bryan will get a new mural for Independence Day (one of three Texas cities chosen in a contest by Coca-Cola and Texas Monthly).

Texas A&M’s interim president Tommy Williams announced a March update featuring a new faculty advisory council with 17 members and elections until April 3, searches for deans and a CIO, plus Angela Wilson appointed VP for research.

Health services will join student affairs effective no sooner than September 1.

The Brazos Valley Alliance held a town hall meeting at Bryan VFW Post 4692 on Sunday to discuss academic freedom as a new policy limits sensitive subjects in classes.

Texas A&M officials declined the invite, leaving a panel of professor, student, and graduate to examine the impact on learning.

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Passenger Safety KidSafe Initiatives team urges families to use car seats correctly amid spring travel, reminding parents to avoid common errors (for example, moving children out of rear-facing seats too soon) to reduce injury risks.

Texas A&M softball is set to host Sam Houston today at 6 p.m. at Davis Diamond (the game will be streamed on SEC Network+ and heard on Willy 1550 AM).

The Aggie baseball team will close its five-game homestand with a 6 p.m. game against HCU today at Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park — the contest will air on SEC Network and local stations and follows a 15–0 record in previous matchups.

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.