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Bryan
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, May 12, Eagle Scout candidate Roman Smith unveiled the new police memorial in front of the Bryan police department that includes a statue and benches honoring fallen officers, and police chief Dean Swartzlander praised his project which also raised funds for a scholarship honoring officer Mark Hiatt. WTAW
- ➤ The 50,000th channel catfish was released in the pond at Steven C. Beachy Central Park Tuesday afternoon (a milestone in the park’s wildlife stocking program). The Eagle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brazos County commissioners authorized planting a commemorative tree at Boonville Heritage Park as part of the National Liberty Tree effort marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence; the tree planting will happen near July 4. WTAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M's 28th president Susan Ballabina posted her first online message today, outlining plans for clear communication and steady progress ahead of the university's 150th anniversary (she also announced new senior staff and formed a transition team to gather input). WTAW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M track & field will start its postseason campaign at the SEC Championships at the Hutsell Rosen Track from May 14-16. The team, fresh off a regular season with five school records and 61 event wins, aims for success as several athletes are nationally ranked+ in hurdles and javelin. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M Athletics announced that the Aggies and Longhorns will play Friday, Nov. 27 at 6:30 p.m. CT on Kyle Field in a nationally televised game on ABC, with the historic rivalry now marking the 121st meeting as the Longhorns hold a slight edge. WTAW
- ➤ The No. 4 Texas A&M Women’s golf team shot 6-under 204 in round two at the Waco Regional on Tuesday as freshman Natalie Yen made four birdies on the final six holes. The team will tee off at 8 a.m. today from No. 1 as they aim for a top-five finish to advance to the NCAA Championships. WTAW
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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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~ Pablo Picasso
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