Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, College Station. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M University will host a civil discourse symposium in April to foster open conversation on campus (bringing students and faculty together). The Eagle
- ➤ Texas A&M’s new Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre program sent four students to Kerala in 2024 to attend the International Festival of Theatre Schools and learn traditional art forms like Bharatanatyam and Kathakali. Associate Professor Dinesh Yadav led the trip (an OISTAT member) and aims to expand the program with more campus support. The Battalion
- ➤ Bryan Independent School District announced Friday that Bryan High alum Blake Joseph was hired as head football coach and campus athletic coordinator for the Vikings — he previously coached at Magnolia West, Temple and Caldwell High Schools. KXXV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Texas A&M Forest Service said wildfire activity is expected to increase this winter and spring while the state remains at Wildfire Preparedness Level 2. The Eagle
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South Carolina Gamecocks vs Texas A&M Aggies Basketball
2:30-4:30 p.m. — Texas A&M Athletics — Ticket prices vary — Catch the intense matchup as the Gamecocks take on the Aggies in a thrilling basketball showdown.
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Shadow Canyon Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cavalry Court, Valencia Hotel Collection — Check venue for entry fees — Enjoy an exciting evening of contemporary country music with Shadow Canyon.
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