Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
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🎓 Education
Texas A&M University has climbed to the No. 2 spot among public universities and No. 8 overall in American Caldwell’s Global University Visibility Rankings.
It jumped from sixth among U.S. schools last year—outranking UCLA, Arizona State, Michigan and Cal Berkeley—to show its growing online presence.
🏛️ Government
At a July 1 meeting, Brazos County commissioners learned that Senate Bill 2753 will extend early voting to start 12 days before election day and add weekend hours at early voting sites—raising concerns over worker fatigue and costs.
Elections administrator Trudy Hancock said the law will delay early results on election night and that the county awaits further federal guidance on voting systems.
A 29-year-old Bryan man pleaded guilty in Brazos County district court last month to unlawful carrying of a weapon after handing over three guns, leading to multiple charges.
The Bryan City Council will consider a three-year rental agreement at its July 8 meeting to bring a new baseball team to Travis Major Field in 2026 with a yearly fee of $32,000 and revenue from concessions, sponsorships and advertising rights.
🏈 Sports
Bryan City Council will consider a three-year contract on July 8 that brings a new summer collegiate baseball team to Travis Major Field starting in 2026.
The deal will pay the city $32,000 per year — along with a share of net revenue from ads, sponsorships, concessions and broadcasts, and it follows the Bombers' plan to move to College Station.
The Bryan City Council will review a three-year contract on July 8th to bring a Mid America League baseball team to Travis Major Field starting in 2026—if approved, the city will earn $32,000 per year plus a share of revenue from concessions, sponsorships, ads and broadcasts.
City staff will manage the facility beginning in January.
🎉 Bryan Events
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Sweet Baby Mayhem Live Music
9:30-11:30 p.m. — Third Floor Cantina — Free entry — Enjoy a night of alternative rock and more with Sweet Baby Mayhem's live performance.
Municipal Fire School
All day — TEEX Brayton Fire Training Field — Registration required — Enhance skills in fire prevention and safety through hands-on training and expert instruction.
Brazos Valley Texas Exes Scholarship Fundraiser
6-10 p.m. — Brazos Cotton Exchange — $35 entry — Enjoy an evening of fundraising with heavy hors d'oeuvres and a chance to win amazing vacation experiences.
Games of Texas 2025
1 PM – 1 PM — Bryan, TX — Entry fee varies — Compete in thrilling pickleball matches at one of the upcoming state tournaments.
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