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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bryan. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The campus Rabbi’s son is recovering in the hospital after being shot during a Chanukah event in Sydney — he has undergone multiple surgeries and faces further treatment while his father travels to Australia to support him as Texas A&M offers resources for its community. WTAW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas A&M animal welfare judging team won its second national title at the recent contest in College Station, highlighting the program's strong skills in animal care. The Eagle
- ➤ Texas A&M AgriLife scientists used data modeling and GPS tracking to reveal hidden refuges where cattle fever ticks survive in South Texas. The new approach will help guide targeted strategies to stop bovine babesiosis and protect the cattle industry. My Aggie Nation
- ➤ Texas A&M Athletics is graduating 57 student-athletes during fall commencement ceremonies at Reed Arena, with the event held on Dec. 17 and continuing today. Seventeen earned master’s degrees & 17 are from the football team, showcasing a strong commitment to academics and athletics. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M AgriLife scientists used data modeling to uncover how cattle fever ticks survive and spread in South Texas – findings that may help boost cattle protection efforts in the area. The Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M Athletics signee Emerie Schartz was named to the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team on Wednesday, Dec. 17 by the USGA — marking her third chance to represent the nation. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M coach Mike Elko promoted Holmon Wiggins to offensive coordinator to lead the Aggies’ high-powered offense. Wiggins brings over 20 years of coaching experience from Alabama and prior roles + has helped shape the team’s top receiving corps and red zone scoring. WTAW
- ➤ Texas A&M defensive end Cashius Howell and wide receiver KC Concepcion earned First Team All-America honors from the AFCA on Tuesday - Howell had 11.5 sacks while Concepcion led with 460 punt return yards. The Aggies will host Miami in the College Football Playoff Saturday at Kyle Field. WTAW
- ➤ Four Texas A&M volleyball players were named AVCA All-Americans, setting a program record after the team's first NCAA Tournament Final Four berth. The honors, announced Wednesday, recognize standout performances with Ifenna A&M Cos-Okpalla becoming the first first-team selection since 2005. WTAW
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The Active Texan Tinsel Trot
5-8 p.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Registration required — Get festive with a holiday 5K, 10K, and fun family run as you trot along a beautifully lit course.
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