Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, San Angelo.
Workers raised the Oriental Flame Korean BBQ & More sign and a Now Hiring sign at 4217 College Hills Blvd, the former site of GoGo GoGi Korean BBQ, as a visible step toward opening; the restaurant launched a Facebook page and website and plans to open in May with a menu featuring Korean barbecue, appetizers, boba milk teas and a buffet.
The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office warns that scammers are contacting family members of inmates by falsely claiming that inmates can be released early if a bond payment is made immediately (via methods like wire transfers or gift cards) due to jail overcrowding.
Angelo State University was named a Military Friendly School with a Gold Award for the 2025-26 academic year — its 16th honor that puts it among 80 large public institutions.
The university said its military and veteran services helped support more than 2,100 military-affiliated students, an increase of over 750 in the last year.
San Angelo ISD announced 2025 graduation ceremonies for Central High School, Lake View High School and PAYS.
Central High will hold its ceremony on May 24 at 9:00 a.m. at the Angelo State University Junell Center (Stephens Arena), Lake View High will hold its graduation on May 24 at 11:45 a.m. at the CRC Roofers Coliseum, and PAYS will graduate on May 22 at 6:00 p.m. at the McNease Convention Center; all events will be live streamed (on the district website).
Representatives from the San Angelo City Council and other dignitaries attended a ceremony in Lubbock Monday to mark the 4.2-mile expansion of Interstate 27 as part of the Ports-to-Plains Corridor—the Texas Department of Transportation and the Ports-to-Plains Alliance hosted the event to extend the interstate along FM 1585 south of Lubbock.
Angelo State University athletic department hosted its annual Holland’s Sports Banquet Monday night at the Junell Center, where 13 student-athletes were honored for excellence in class and on the field.
The event also recognized 103 athletes on the 2024 Academic Honor Roll and awarded the Golden Horn Award to the Belles volleyball team—acknowledging 466 community service hours—.
BizPitch 2025 Live Event
5:30-9 p.m. — LeGrand Alumni and Visitors Center — Free entry — Celebrate student entrepreneurship with exciting business pitches for cash prizes.
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Finals
9:00 PM — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Visit the heart of Pro Rodeo as top contestants vie for championship glory.
PRCA Rodeo
9:00 PM - 1:59 AM — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill as top contestants from the 2024 world standings compete in this fast-selling rodeo event.
Tejano Extravaganza
2-3:30 p.m. — San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo — Ticket info available — Experience vibrant Tejano music live in San Angelo.
Business Brown Bag: Effective Communication Strategies
12-1 p.m. — Small Business Development Center ASU — Free entry — Explore communication strategies for multi-generational teams to enhance collaboration and productivity.
Conjunto Relincho & Polo Urias Live
9 p.m. — Club El Patrón — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling night of regional music with Conjunto Relincho and Polo Urias.
Brodie Lane Concert
8 PM - 2 AM — City Limits — Check for ticket prices — Experience the roots-rock and Americana vibes from Brodie Lane's talented lineup.
Keith Nieto Live in San Angelo
8 p.m. — Club El Patron — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a vibrant night of regional music that promises to elevate your spirits.
San Angelo Chorus: World Without End
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance by the San Angelo Chorus.
Footloose Musical
2:00 – 11:30 PM — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the Footloose musical live in San Angelo.
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