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Bryan
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A College Station woman was arrested Monday for manufacturing and delivering drugs—police found several kinds in her living room. The Eagle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M Aggies soccer team was recognized for their academic success when they received the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 14th time and posted a 3.40 GPA in fall 2024 and spring 2025—six players also earned additional academic honors. WTAW
- ➤ Benjamin Hollon, an Aggie communications major at Texas A&M, had his first short story published in the anthology Overscan on Aug. 9 and will finish his final semester soon. He plans to return to Malaysia after graduation to pursue full-time writing—his work explores science fiction themes and the effects of capitalism. My Aggie Nation
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last week, the Bryan/College Station Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) approved two studies; one will hire a consultant in fiscal year 2026 to address vulnerable road grade separations along University between Texas and Agronomy Road as part of a complete streets plan and the other will plan research with the Brazos Transit District for public transportation options in fiscal year 2027. WTAW
- ➤ On August 12, Bryan City Council approved rezoning for a $67 million luxury apartment complex at Copperfield and Boonville — reversing its June 2024 six to one vote against the project. The approval came after over two hours of public comments from 15 speakers and includes plans for 226 one-bedroom units that developers said would add up to 35 students at Sam Houston elementary. WTAW
- ➤ Mayor Bobby Gutierrez appeared on The Infomaniacs on August 13—discussing the fiscal year 2026 city budget for Bryan. Bryan police arrested 40-year-old Wincent Bracy Jr. on August 8 after finding one pound of marijuana, nearly $5,000 in cash, and a handgun in a neighborhood known for illegal drug sales. WTAW
- ➤ Brazos County commissioners approved a sheriff’s office request to apply for a $500,000 state grant created two years ago by the legislature — the funds will be used to buy vehicles and firearms, but chief deputy Kevin Stuart said the money will not fund extra positions because the grant lasts one year. WTAW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M’s soccer team opens its season today at home against Baylor at Ellis Field at 7:30 p.m.—the Aggies add key transfers and talented freshmen to bolster their lineup—hoping for a strong start. WTAW
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2025 Fall Cool Season Forage Informational
9:30-11:00 a.m. — Producers Cooperative Association — Free entry — Learn about cool-season grazing and effective forage options for optimal livestock health.
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MS Volleyball Navy at Aggieland Come & Take It Tournament
September 5-6 — Legends Event Center — Registration required — Celebrate local volleyball talent at the 3rd Annual Come & Take It Regional Showdown.
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College Station Comic Con 2025
9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Brazos County Expo Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience a weekend of cosplay, comics, and meet your favorite anime stars.
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The cure for pain is in the pain.
~ Rumi
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