Good morning, College Station.

Bryan police arrested two Wisconsin men after a traffic stop for an out-of-service brake light — both were charged with drug possession.

Texas A&M students held Pride Walk on March 28 at Rudder Plaza to celebrate queer Aggies and promote acceptance on campus.

The walk, hosted by FLAKE (Freshmen Leading in Acceptance, Kindness and Equality) with support from other student groups, ended at Aggie Park with free food and fun activities.

A federal letter from the Department of Education effective Feb.

28 is challenging student groups at A&M that host separate graduation ceremonies and restricts university funding for DEI events; independent organizations are using free speech protections to continue their planned events, with Latinx Graduation set for May 7 and the Asian President’s Council planning their ceremony on April 17. Student leaders said they will support students and maintain traditions despite the new guidelines.

Bryan ISD groups will showcase their talents at the 2025 Bryan ISD Showcase at First Friday in Downtown Bryan.

The event will feature sports teams and musicians—each demonstrating programs that highlight student achievements.

Over the weekend, more than 1,200 students from across Texas displayed science and engineering projects at TXSEF held at the Zachry Engineering Complex and the Student Recreation Center, where over 350 judges from Texas A&M and other institutions evaluated work in 21 categories.

ExxonMobil and the Texas Workforce Commission donated $30,000 in scholarships—finalists will compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair in Columbus from May 10-16.

The Texas Senate passed Senate Bill 3 banning hemp-derived products statewide because lawmakers said current rules allowed too many products to be sold.

The bill now goes to the House for approval before Gov. Abbott signs it into law—local business owners in College Station worry the ban could hurt jobs and safe access for customers.

Texas A&M forward Pharrel Payne entered the NCAA transfer portal with a do not contact tag, which signaled that he likely planned to transfer to Maryland to join former coach Buzz Williams — who accepted the head coaching job there.

He averaged 10.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game during the season.

Texas Twisters Reunion

10 AM - 12 PM — Stampede College Station — Free entry — Celebrate the much-anticipated reunion of the Texas Twisters with excitement and friends.

Eats & Beats Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Pavilion at Lake Walk — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of Texas tunes with live performances and local food trucks.

Certified Network Defense (CND) v3 Training Course

Mon, Apr 28 — 10 AM to Fri, May 2, 10 AM — Bryan Adult Learning Center — Course fees apply — Enhance your skills in ethical hacking and cybersecurity through this comprehensive training program.