Good morning, College Station.

Brazos Valley Food Bank warned that its pantries will face disaster if SNAP funding is reduced amid a government shutdown that has reached the one-month mark—local officials stress urgent steps to support food aid while the shutdown continues.

Brazos County Emergency Services District No. 1 lost nearly $400K when hackers used a fake vendor email to steal funds intended for fire station construction—commissioner Rodger Stout said reserves cover the loss as the sheriff’s department investigates the scam.

Students at Aggie Lyceum held a Civic Conversation on immigration reform on October 27 at the Memorial Student Center, Room 2404, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The event was led by Director Jennifer Mercieca — a professor in the Department of Communication and Journalism — and facilitator Kolby Erwin — who helped keep the discussion focused — as attendees shared views on a system that affects many A&M students.

Former Texas A&M football player Chris Larkin, who has ALS, is hosting a fundraiser event today with his organization Aggieland Against ALS—aiming to raise funds for research and patient support.

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Admin I Training

9 a.m. — KareCore - College Station — $2250 — Dive into comprehensive Linux system administration skills with hands-on lab exercises in this 5-day course.

Texas T-Birds Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cavalry Court, Valencia Hotel Collection — Enjoy cocktails and bar bites as the Texas T-Birds perform rock, southern rock, country, and pop hits.

Texas Yacht Squadron Performance

7 p.m. - 4 a.m. — The Green at Century Square — Free entry — Enjoy a blend of classic rock, yacht, and folk songs spanning from the 60s to the 2000s.

Samford Bulldogs vs. Texas A&M Aggies Football

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Kyle Field — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Aggies face off against the Bulldogs in this exciting college football matchup.

Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils vs. Texas A&M Aggies Basketball

7-8:30 p.m. — Reed Arena — Check the stats and highlights during this exciting NCAA basketball matchup.

15th Annual BCS Turkey Trot 5K and 1 Mile Walk

8-11 a.m. — Baylor Scott & White Medical Center — Registration fee required — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and walk for the community.