Good morning, Bryan.

Bryan resident Arlen Crouch recalls days when his speed on the water earned him the nickname (river rat) and a lasting legacy in our local history.

His reflections highlight a life full of adventure that shaped the community.

Texas A&M announced on Tuesday that 74 student-athletes earned spots on the Spring SEC Academic Honor Roll by meeting the 3.0 GPA requirement (they work hard in class and on the field).

Programs like baseball, softball, and track contributed multiple honorees.

Texas A&M athletics named eight Aggie football players to Dave Campbell’s Preseason All-Texas College Team—highlighting standouts like Mario Craver and Wilkin Formby (each earned honors after strong 2025 seasons).

The team will open on Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. at Kyle Field.

Texas A&M safety Marcus Ratcliffe was named to the Walter Camp Preseason FBS All America Second Team earlier this week as he prepares for his third season with the Aggies, marking his second preseason honor following an earlier Athlon Sports selection.

Texas A&M Athletics announced today that four Aggie baseball players earned All-America honors from D1Baseball, with Gavin Grahovac and Caden Sorrell on the Second Team, Clayton Freshcorn on the Third Team, and Nico Partida as the First Team Freshman All-American, highlighting a standout season.

Texas A&M sophomore Anita Franchini was chosen to play for the Italian FIBA U20 team in Lithuania from July 4 to 12; the forward (who helped lead the Aggies to a No. 1 seed in the 2026 WBIT) will start group play against Poland on July 4.

Mosaic Art Workshop

6-8 p.m., 1-3 p.m. — DEGALLERY — $180.00 — Immerse yourself in the creative process of mosaic art over a weekend with expert guidance.

2026 Brangus Days

10 a.m.-12 p.m. — The Stella Hotel, Autograph Collection — Free entry — Celebrate Brangus cattle with educational sessions and community fellowship.