Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
Good morning, Bryan.
College Station police arrested a man on April 4 after he barricaded himself in a woman’s fourplex unit off Southwest Parkway between Anderson and Bee Creek and threatened her with a knife—she escaped when he fell asleep.
On Friday, many Aggies and their families lined up at the Clayton W.
Williams Jr. Alumni Center to receive their rings on the 25th anniversary of Aggie Ring Day—this celebration marks a key step for students who have earned the honor. The event will continue today with about 65,000 people expected and roughly 6,500 rings to be given out.
At the March 24 meeting, board member David Stennis said the school board was looking for money to replace the artificial turf at Merrill Green Stadium and possibly the lights.
A $697,664 contract is set to be awarded at the April 7 meeting—funding details have not been released yet—so plans for the upgrade remain under discussion.
Brazos County sheriff's office expanded its R-U-OK program to check on residents 55 and older as well as other homebound individuals.
Volunteers now make regular phone calls to check on well-being + offer peace of mind for family members who cannot visit often.
The Texas A&M system announced that the Texas Senate confirmed three appointments to its Board of Regents, including new member Kelley Sullivan Georgiades—a rancher, executive with Sullivan Brothers Family of Companies and Texas A&M graduate from Galveston.
Reappointed regents Jay Graham and Mike Hernandez received new six-year terms while Michael Plank left the board, following Governor Greg Abbott’s nominations confirmed on February 27th.
The No. 13 Texas A&M men's tennis team lost to No. 12 Mississippi State 6-1 at the A.J.
Pitts Tennis Centre on Thursday as Mississippi State built an early lead that helped clinch the match. The Aggies will host Texas today at 2 p.m. in the Cotton Holdings Lone Star Show.
Due to predicted inclement weather on Sunday, Texas A&M Athletics rescheduled its softball game at Georgia to today at noon at Jack Turner Stadium.
The schedule features a doubleheader with game two at 4 p.m. and the series finale on Monday at 5 p.m.—game one will stream on SECN plus, game two will air on ESPN2, and Monday’s game will be on SEC Network.
Texas A&M will hire Samford men's basketball coach Bucky McMillan as its new head coach in a five-year deal to replace Buzz Williams.
McMillan—the 41-year-old coach with a 99-52 record in five seasons at Samford—led his team to the NCAA Tournament last season.
Gladiator Dash Mud Run
Get ready to unleash your inner warrior — 3.1 miles — Gladiator Dash — Registration fees apply — Conquer obstacles and support a noble cause for children in need.
City of Bryan Open House
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Legends Event Center — Free entry — Explore local departments and engage with services at this informative community event.
Community Yoga Session with Kenya
8-9 a.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Free entry — Stretch your body and mind with this inclusive, outdoor yoga class for all levels.
Community Paint Out Day
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — RX Pizza & Bar - Downtown Bryan — Free entry — Experience the vibrant art scene with plein air painting during the Downtown Bryan Street & Art Fair.
Open House in Miramont
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — 5202 Bourrone Court — Free entry — Explore a stunning luxury home with breathtaking views perfect for entertaining.
Brazos Valley Jazzfest
6-10 p.m. — Palace Theater — Admission TBA — Enjoy a captivating evening of jazz featuring local and regional talents in diverse ensembles.
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