Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
Good morning, College Station.
A Bryan man was sentenced to 40 years in prison today after a Brazos County jury found him guilty of possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine near a daycare facility.
The Highway Construction Workforce Partnership at Texas A&M Transportation Institute recently graduated its fourth group of students who learned needed skills in road building as demand grows; organizers plan to pause enrollment this fall and spring to review funding so the program can become fee-based while staying affordable. This program helps students prepare for careers in highway construction and supports the state’s growth in roadwork.
Texas A&M’s rough collie mascot Reveille X had her right eye removed to relieve painful glaucoma—abnormal tissue was found during the 40-minute surgery and lab results are expected in one to two weeks.
She is expected to recover within a few weeks so the team can soon decide on her future as the First Lady of Aggieland.
Texas A&M University said its mascot Reveille X underwent surgery for glaucoma—during the procedure, the veterinary team found abnormal tissue and removed her eye, and she is now resting comfortably.
Brazos County commissioners will vote on July 29 whether to end the contract with Quiddity Engineering for the study of the proposed Inner East Loop that would connect Bryan and College Station.
The decision follows months of resident feedback on potential impacts to rural areas — the meeting is set for 10 a.m.
The Bryan/College Station Metropolitan Planning Organization released its Unified Planning Work Program that includes studies for improved crossings on University Drive — and an evaluation of Brazos Transit District bus service.
Pop Punk Summer Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — School of Rock — Registration required — Groove through a week of high-energy pop-punk music and live performances.
Friends of the Library Young Readers Book Sale
9-10 a.m. for members, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for public — Clara B. Mounce Public Library — Free entry — Browse an array of books for young readers from newborns to teens while supporting local library programs.
CNC Machining Bootcamp at Texas A&M
Aug 11-15 — Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station — Registration required — Enhance your skills in CNC machining with this comprehensive bootcamp.
Texas A&M Practice Partners Exhibition & Social
3-9 p.m. — Christopher's World Grille — Light bites available — Enjoy quality time with local veterinarians.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, College Station.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.