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Bryan
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Aggie astronaut Mike Fossum spoke at Physics' Fest on Saturday at Texas A&M, sharing details of his space flight and his dedication to science. His account gave local attendees a clear look at his time in orbit. The Eagle
- ➤ Texas A&M System Board of Regents moved the $133M meat sciences center from RELLIS to West Campus on Finfeather Road at a special meeting on March 27; construction began in February and the 85,600 sqft facility will complete in 2028 to meet modern teaching and research needs. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M’s regents changed plans for the new Meat Sciences & Technology Center to be built on West Campus along Finfeather Road and increased the budget to $133 million, and construction began in February while the 85,600 sqft center is set to be finished in 2028. WTAW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ College Station council approved rezoning the former Applebee’s site for a future Hampton Inn, while Texas A&M regents raised the budget for an 85,600 sqft Meat Sciences Center on West Campus to $133.36 million and began construction on Finfeather Road for an ag district to be ready by 2028. WTAW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M beat Missouri 11-9 at Taylor Stadium Friday night as the Aggies earned coach Michael Earley’s 50th win. Jorian Wilson led the offense with a home run and three RBI while extra-base hits powered the victory. WTAW
- ➤ On Sunday afternoon, the Aggie Men's Tennis team beat the Tennessee Volunteers 4-1 at the Mitchell Tennis Center, with sophomore Theo Papamalamis clinching the win in straight sets. The team will face the Auburn Tigers Thursday, Apr. 2, at 3 p.m. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M Athletics announced Saturday that men's basketball head coach Bucky McMillan signed a contract extension through 2032. His first season brought 22 wins and record-setting team stats, helping build a strong foundation for Aggie basketball. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M equestrian won its first SEC Championship Saturday at the Auburn University Equestrian Center by a 10-10 tiebreak win over Georgia (raw scores: 1638.17-1632.82). Strong rides in Reining, Flat and Fences helped secure the win. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M's softball team claimed a 9 to 7 series finale win over Texas Sunday afternoon at McCombs Field, snapping the opponent's streak. They will host No. 11 Georgia at Davis Diamond Thursday at 6:00 p.m. on SEC Network. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M’s softball team dropped a close 9-8 series opener Friday night at McCombs Field, with Texas scoring three in the final frame to secure the win. Kennedy Powell led with three hits while Micaela Wark added key RBI. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M baseball swept Missouri 14 to 3 on Sunday at Taylor Stadium as Gavin Grahovac hit two home runs and pitchers Aiden Sims and Ethan Darden held the opposition to few runs, and the Aggies face Sam Houston today at Olsen Field at 6 p.m. WTAW
- ➤ Aggie Softball dropped Game 2 of the Lone Star Showdown series to Texas on Saturday at McCombs Field in a close 3-2 contest. Aggies hit well but made key baserunning errors that cost them the win. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M women’s tennis team won 4-1 over LSU Tigers in a SEC match at the LSU Tennis Complex on Sunday, boosting their record to 18-3 overall & 10-1 in SEC play. WTAW
- ➤ No. 25 Texas A&M won 14 — 6 over Missouri Saturday at Taylor Stadium to secure its first SEC series win this season. Grahovac and Partida powered the offense with two home runs each to boost the Aggies’ record. WTAW
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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.
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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.
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Beats For Our Streets Benefit Concert
7-11 p.m. — Palace Theater — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of music supporting Save Our Streets Ministries.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gary P. Nunn Live Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Palace Theater — Enjoy classic country tunes from the legendary Gary P. Nunn, a true Texas music icon.
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