Good morning, Bryan.

World War II historian Alex Kershaw discussed General James Earl Rudder’s leadership at Texas A&M’s Bush School’s Annenberg Center on Thursday night—he highlighted Rudder’s role in D-Day and his lasting impact on the university.

Bush School Dean John B. Sherman noted that Rudder’s wartime papers will be donated to the Cushing Library to honor his legacy.

The Texas A&M System board of regents approved a settlement offer with former president Mark Welsh in a closed meeting on September 26 + the settlement details were not released because they must be accepted by Welsh + the board spent over four hours discussing an interim president.

Real Life Real Music Stella Sessions

6-10 p.m. — Hershel's — Waitlist available — Experience an intimate evening with talented singer-songwriters at the Stella Hotel's elegant event space.

Free Vaccines & Microchips for Pets

5-7 p.m. — Brazos Center — Free entry — Get your pets vaccinated and microchipped for a healthier, happier life.

Lock n Roll Garage Sale

2-5 p.m. — Carver-Kemp Neighborhood Association — Great deals on clothes, furniture, toys & more — Find treasures for the whole family at this annual garage sale.

Buffalo Stampede 5K Race

7:30-9:00 a.m. — Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History — Registration fees apply — Experience a scenic 5K race with cheering stations and celebrity starters.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

Various times — National CHW Training Center — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with expert-led UML training in Bryan, Texas.

Bryan TX Songwriter Festival

7-11 p.m. — The Songwriter — Check website for ticket info — A celebration of talented musicians with performances from over 20 singer-songwriters in historic downtown Bryan.

Kolby Cooper Live in Bryan

5-9 p.m. — Grand Stafford Theater — Ticket pricing not listed — Enjoy live music from Kolby Cooper, a rising star from Texas with deep country roots.

Halloweentown in Historic Downtown Bryan

3-6 p.m. — Park Station - Downtown Bryan — Free entry — Experience family-friendly Halloween activities with trick-or-treating, costume contests, and crafts.