Good morning, College Station.

Brazos Valley Marine Corps League Detachment 1391 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4692 hosted the Marine Corps' 250th birthday celebration Monday in Bryan—honoring a long history of service.

A Texas A&M faculty panel reported that firing Professor Melissa McCoul—dismissed after a classroom debate video went viral—violated her academic freedom, and she has since appealed the decision while university officials maintain the dismissal was due to course catalog misalignment. The report and response highlight ongoing disputes over academic freedom rules at the university.

The College Station Police Department said retired Lt. Michael R.

Mathews passed away peacefully Monday morning. He served the community for 30 years—from 1976 to 2006—and was respected for his long career.

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.

2nd Annual Sleigh the Clays

11 AM – 6 PM — Tonkaway Ranch — $200 per team — Compete in a thrilling clay shooting tournament with prizes for top teams.