Good Day
Bryan
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local reports show that corn and sorghum crops thrive in moisture-rich fields this season. Areas with drought face reduced yields while farmers around Bryan expect higher prices as weather influences crop performance. The Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Susan Ballabina was named Texas A&M’s 28th president by the board of regents on May 6 (her term begins May 11). She brings over 32 years of service and will work closely with the Aggie community to guide the university’s future. WTAW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M AgriLife Research used AI models to forecast western flower thrips surges in tomato and pepper fields, achieving nearly 88% accuracy in open fields and 85% in high tunnels — a breakthrough that may allow farmers to manage pests earlier. My Aggie Nation
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 9 Texas A&M's baseball team hit four home runs to win 16-7 against Prairie View A&M at Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park; Jake Duer and Wesley Jordan led the team with key hits and extra runs in the midweek game. WTAW
- ➤ The Texas A&M men's golf team is set to host the Bryan Regional at Traditions Club from May 18-20—marking its 10th straight NCAA postseason appearance—and they are the No. 5 seed among 14 teams with two players in the top 60 nationally. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M softball lost to Auburn 11-8 in the SEC Tournament at John Cropp Stadium on Wednesday morning. The Aggies rallied to erase a five-run deficit and tied the game at eight before Auburn clinched the win with a three-run home run in the seventh inning. WTAW
- ➤ Bryan’s renovated Travis Field cost $700,000 for upgrades + new seating, sound system and field improvements and will host the Yard Dogs collegiate baseball opener on May 21. The field will also be open for spring and summer rentals. WTAW
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Drive-In Movie: "Shrek" and "Shrek 2"
6:30-11:30 p.m. — Bryan Regional Athletic Complex — $15 per vehicle — Enjoy a double feature of beloved animated classics under the stars with family-friendly activities.
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Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
7-11 p.m. — Palace Theater — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac through the captivating performance of Nightbird.
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Herencia Norteña Concert
10 p.m. — El Silverado Rodeo — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic sound and unforgettable live performance of one of the top Norteño music bands.
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Campfire Cookout
4:30-8 p.m. — The Stella Hotel — Entrance fee not specified — Enjoy yard games, live music, and BBQ in a backyard setting.
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Argentina vs Honduras Soccer Friendly
7-8 p.m. — Kyle Field — Ticket prices may apply — Witness Argentina clash with Honduras in an international friendly match on the Road to 26.
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Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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