Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Bryan.
College Station police reported on May 20 that thieves forced open front windows at two city parks to burglarize four locked vehicles (stealing credit and debit cards and other personal items).
On May 20th, the College Station ISD school board awarded a nearly $27 million contract for stadium repairs, replacements, and additions at Consolidated and College Station High Schools after voters approved the bond over a year ago.
The work is $3.5 million under budget—covering turf replacement, track resurfacing, new scoreboards, seating, and other improvements—and construction will begin after the next football season.
At its May 13th meeting, Brazos County Commissioner Fred Brown questioned the county's use of Diners Club cards and asked purchasing agent Charles Wendt about switching to a rewards card option — Wendt said options were being investigated while noting that employees had not reported issues, and the commission later approved Diners Club cards for two sheriff's office investigators.
Operation Safe Shield donated a new patrol SUV to the new Snook police department, and new police chief Steven Huron+ who served 24 years in San Antonio will lead local safety patrols.
Texas A&M added former USC standout Rashaun Agee to the Aggies' 2025-26 roster on Thursday as coach Bucky McMillan built the team—Agee played last season for USC, Bowling Green, and Casper College and will need an NCAA waiver to play his final season.
Texas A&M baseball defeated No.8 seed Auburn 3-2 on Thursday morning at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium with Justin Lamkin pitching five strong innings and earning five strikeouts.
The Aggies will face No.1 LSU in the quarterfinals Friday night at 6:30 p.m.—a win that helps extend their competitive run in the SEC Tournament.
The Texas A&M volleyball team will face SMU in the inaugural Showdown at the Net on Tuesday, September 9 at Moody Coliseum as part of a two-day tournament featuring 16 teams from the SEC and ACC.
The match will be broadcast on ESPN2 (details to be announced).
The No. 11 Texas A&M Aggies are set to compete for their second national title at the NCAA Division I Men’s Golf Championship at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa from today to Wednesday.
The team will play three rounds of stroke play—cutting the field to 15 teams—before the top eight advance to match play, with top individual performances earning spots in major tournaments.
The Brazos Valley Bombers have entered formal talks to move to College Station as one of three new baseball fields is planned at Veterans Park.
The championship field will include team clubhouses, locker rooms and other facilities — part of a $15 million project awarded in December 2024 that aims to secure long-term local baseball action.
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.
Community Appreciation Event at Neal Park
10 AM – 2 PM — Neal Park — Free entry — Enjoy bounce houses, food trucks, and face painting at this family-friendly event with local first responders.
Fight to Unite 4
5:30-8 p.m. — Boys & Girls Club of the Brazos Valley — Tickets from $13.54 — Experience community spirit and unity at this engaging event for all ages.
Southern Soul Classic
7:30 PM - 2:00 AM — El Silverado Rodeo — Free venue parking — Enjoy an unforgettable evening of soulful music and delicious food in Bryan, TX.
Bryan Rides Day at Coulter Airfield
10 AM – 4 PM — Coulter Airfield — Free admission, $5 cockpit tours — Experience history with legendary warbird flights and tours.
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