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GigEm247 discuss why Texas A&M football's defense will be improved in 2024
Gigem 247's Jeff Tarpley visited with ESPN Central Texas radio host Glenn Smith this week to discuss Texas A&M football coming out of SEC Media Days. He asked about the depth of the Aggies' defense and if it was where Mike Elko wanted it to be going into his year one of his tenure in College Station.
Shuttered pie shop in Katy breathing new life following agreement
HOUSTON - A popular Katy pie shop, that recently had to close it's doors, has a new lease on life thanks to another local restaurant chain. In April, the Proud Pie Bakery found itself in financial difficulty and some public-crowdfunding was able to help keep the place open. In early July, though, the money crunch proved too much and Proud Pie was forced to close.
San Antonio 8-year-old wins two world championship titles in jiu-jitsu, remains undefeated
SAN ANTONIO — Fierce, tough, smart... and only 8 years old. Kaylee “The Hispanic Panic” Pena recently won two world championship titles in jiu-jitsu. Kaylee has been training at Musquiz Jiu Jitsu since she was 3 years old, following the guidance of her impressive teachers, including Owner Jerry Musquiz, a retired SAPD officer, and coaches Nadia Solis and Travis Rendon. The latter two are currently ranked No. 1 in the world in their respective divisions.
Williamson and Bell County Authorities Seize Over 115,000 Pills in Massive Drug Bust
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) led a two-day operation that led to the seizure of over 115,000 pills and other narcotics in Williamson and Bell counties. KXAN reports that the operation began with an investigation at a residence on San Milan Pass in Round Rock on July 22, revealing an array of suspected fentanyl pills.
Another Multi Story Structure Coming To West Bryan’s Lake Walk Development
Another multi-story building is announced for west Bryan’s Lake Walk development. Officials of William Cole Companies say what will be called The Lumin, which will be built along the waterfront, will be about as tall as the neighboring Stella Hotel. The Lumin will feature five floors of office space...
Biden's 1st public engagement since ending reelection bid: Civil rights commemoration in Austin
AUSTIN – A place holding history will host a newsworthy guest on Monday. President Joe Biden will be in Austin on Monday afternoon to honor the 1964 Civil Rights Act signing.Security will be tight at the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum. The details of the program are in place for the President's arrival."Of course, the president's address will be the centerpiece, but we have a couple of musical performances planned and a couple of readings," Mark Lawrence said.Lawrence is the director of the LBJ presidential facility. The program will include an excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Nobel...
Conroe City Council accepts retirements, resignations for personnel including fire, police chiefs
At its July 25 meeting, Conroe City Council accepted the retirements or resignations of the city's police chief, fire chief, parks and recreation director and the executive director of the Conroe Economic Development Council. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) Editor's note: This story has been updated with a statement from Place 3...
Lake Travis rises 6-plus feet in 4 days
Lake Travis is up 6.77 feet as of 9 a.m. Friday, July 26, due to the abnormal summer flooding of the Llano River, which began Monday. The lake, which is also reservoir, is now at its highest level since October 2022, but it’s still not full. The Llano River...
Registration open for Wilson County Master Gardener fall certification training in Floresville
Applications are being accepted for the 14-week fall Wilson County Master Gardeners certification training course Aug. 20 through Nov. 19 in Floresville. The course will help prepare individuals to become certified Texas Master Gardeners, which allows them to assist the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service through community education programs in horticulture.
Texas A&M School of Law honors Hill County judge
The Alumni Board of Directors of Texas A&M Law has announced that Hill County Judge Justin Lewis is one of seven recipients of the fourth annual Alumni Legacy Awards. Judge Lewis has been awarded the Judge Joe Spurlock II ’60 Alumnus/Alumna of the Year Award. In 2020, the beloved...
ITA Announces the Men's and Women's 2024 Scholars and All-Academic Teams
PRAIRIE VIEW, Texas – The Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced the 2024 Division I Men's and Women's ITA Scholar-Athletes and All-Academic Teams. The Prairie View A&M University men's and women's tennis teams combined had eight members selected as ITA Scholar-Athletes, with both tennis teams also receiving the 2024 All-Academic Team nods.
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