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NAVASOTA HOLDING NEXT SOUNDS OF SUMMER CONCERT FRIDAY
The City of Navasota will host the second concert of the Sounds of Summer series tomorrow (Friday) night. Mango Punch! will hit the stage with live music at 7 p.m., delivering an energetic performance representing a diversity of styles and eras as part of their English and Spanish repertoire. The...
BLINN HOSTS FIRST CYBERSECURITY SUMMER CAMP FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
A weeklong camp at Blinn College encouraged high school students to become the next generation of cybersecurity frontliners. The cybersecurity camp at the Blinn College-Brenham Campus recently drew 22 students who spent five days learning about everything from privacy laws to Raspberry Pi devices. The U.S. Department of Defense sponsored the camp through its Cyber Leadership Development Program.
BRENHAM MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES
A Brenham man was arrested early Thursday after a traffic stop. Brenham Police report that early Thursday morning at 3:50, officer Nicolas Conforti conducted a traffic stop at East Academy Street and Gay Hill Street. Investigation led to the arrest of the passenger, Anthony Lee Vela, 35 of Brenham, for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of a Dangerous Drug.
NEXT FRIENDS OF BLUEBONNET OPRY SHOW THURSDAY
The Friends of Bluebonnet Opry will host their next performance tonight (Thursday) at Silver Wings Ballroom in Brenham. Taking the stage will be Rob Moorman and Sister Sue, along with the Bluebonnet Opry House Band. Doors to Silver Wings open at 5:30 p.m., and the show gets underway at 7:30...
CITY OF BRENHAM TO CONDUCT WATER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE IN AUGUST
The City of Brenham’s water system will soon begin its annual temporary conversion of the disinfectant used in the distribution system. From August 1-30, the city will switch from using chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion allows the city to conduct routine maintenance, sustain clean water and limit the potential for harmful bacteria in the water system. The city says there are no indications of contamination, but this maintenance period will be used to prevent the formation from nitrifying bacteria and biofilm.
BRENHAM ISD CRACKING DOWN ON CELL PHONE USAGE
Brenham ISD is tightening its restrictions on cell phones heading into the new school year. On Monday, trustees reviewed changes in the student handbook for the 2024-25 academic year, specifically pertaining to the use of personal cell phones. Summarizing the changes, Chief of Staff Christine Johnson said students will not...
Gas station permit, changes to water conservation plan approved
The specific-use permit allowing 30K Holdings LLC to bring a second Zippy J’s to Blue Bell Road successfully passed its second reading last week when the Brenham City Council unanimously passed the consent agenda. The city’s updated Brenham Drought Contingency Plan and Revised Water Conservation Plan for 2024 both also were passed in the consent agenda.
DPS opens temporary license office in Brenham
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety, in partnership with Blinn College, announces the opening of a temporary driver license office at the Blinn College Student Center in Brenham. Beginning Monday, July 15, Texans may visit this temporary office for full, in-person DL services. Members of the Texas Highway ...
Bombers win 8th straight following 7-5 over Rougarou
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The Brazos Valley Bombers made it eight straight wins tonight as they earned a 7-5 victory over the Baton Rouge Rougarou. The win also gave the Bombers a two-game sweep. The Bombers started hot in the bottom of the second as newcomer Brock DeYoung cleared the...
AAA Texas: State average down despite gas price fluctuations
Drivers in Texas saw a decrease in gas prices this week with an average of $3.12/gallon for regular unleaded fuel on Thursday, which is a 6-cent decrease compared to last week and five cents less compared to this day last year, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch.
$20 Texas Scratch-Off is Worth $1 Million for One Lucky Texan
We have another millionaire in Texas! A Temple resident claimed a top prize winning ticket worth $1 million in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game VIP Millions. The ticket was purchased at EZ Stop, located at 401 E. Adams Ave., in Temple. As always, The claimant elected to remain anonymous.
Inside a Texas utility’s smart metering journey
Smart metering is all but an electric utility industry certainty. Advanced metering infrastructure already accounts for more than 80% of installed electric meters in North America, according to industry analysts. AMI is a building block for the smart grid, granting utilities enhanced data into customer behavior and grid stability. It...
Rent Prices In Three Texas Cities Have Largest Decreases In America
With rent prices going through the roof all over the country, we've seen the opposite in three Texas cities that have one of the largest rent decreases in the country. We have all the details. CBS News is reporting that rent prices across the USA are rising faster than wages...
Dwindled Texas shrimp fleet heads into Gulf of Mexico
ARANSAS PASS, Tx — Shrimp season is back in full swing at Conn Brown Harbor now that state and federal waters have reopened to commercial shrimping. It’s a busy time for shrimpers after being closed for over two months. Have you listened to this article via the audio...
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