Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
Good morning, Bryan.
A Bryan man was arrested Saturday and charged with his third DWI for driving under the influence + he is now jailed.
College Station police arrested 37-year-old Tasharla Caldwell, accused of stabbing a man with a drill on April 22nd and released on a $10,000 bond, 36-year-old Darrion Swain from Bryan, booked for deadly conduct after a basketball game gunfire incident on April 23rd and released on a $30,000 bond, and 19-year-old Toan Tran, arrested for burglary on April 21st after returning to a house he had broken into and released on a $10,000 bond — all incidents are under investigation —.
Authorities arrested an 18-year-old Bryan man and two 17-year-olds Saturday, April 26th—charges include robbery, organized criminal activity, evading arrest and evading arrest with a vehicle.
Texas A&M’s president Mark Welsh updated the website with details on international students’ immigration status—12 students have regained legal status after 23 lost it on April 25th—and announced that finalists have been selected for key administrative leadership roles.
Texas A&M hosted its first geothermal research symposium Monday at the College Station Embassy Suites, where 130 industry members, faculty and students met to discuss using the Earth's heat for power and heating.
Key speakers said the research will guide new projects and may bring more support from government and business as Texas works to expand its energy options.
Brazos County Commission awarded a $92,000 soil test contract for the courthouse annex project after commissioner Fred Brown questioned the testing plan—this move advances the construction of the new office complex.
The Inner Loop East Study Team will host a public meeting on May 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Legends Events Center to share updated study area details and proposed routes.
Today, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.
Kennedy Jr. are touring A&M facilities in College Station to discuss food security and support for America's farmers—officials say the visit will highlight efforts to strengthen local agriculture.
Brandy Falise uses camera-equipped Bird Buddy feeders in her backyard to capture a nonstop stream of live images and videos of birds like doves, finches, and hummingbirds, so she sometimes turns off notifications to manage the updates.
She also shares her finds with the Rio Brazos Audubon Society, which holds monthly meetings—one featuring a speaker on May 14 to discuss birding techniques.
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.
Marcellus The Singer Live Performance
8 p.m. – 1 a.m. — El Silverado Rodeo — Check for ticket pricing — Experience a night of amazing music and good vibes with Marcellus The Singer.
Coaches' Night 2025
6 PM – 12 AM — Legends Event Center — Support local students — Attend an inspiring evening of auctions and community support for Texas A&M students.
XANADU Musical Performance
7-9 p.m. — The Theatre Company of BCS — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a hilarious roller skating adventure that follows a muse's quest to inspire a struggling artist to create a roller disco.
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