Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
Good morning, San Angelo.
Two fugitives, Otis Babb and Sandra Zaragoza, who fled a February traffic stop in Schleicher County and were sought by the Sonora Police Department, were arrested in Brewster County on April 15 — a tip led authorities to their location and ended their nearly two-month search.
Angelo State University music students will perform a free concert today at 7 p.m. in the Carr-Education-Fine Arts Building at 2602 Dena Drive—eleven student musicians will play solo works on clarinet and saxophone with piano accompaniment by staff, featuring pieces by Handel, Jolley, Finzi and others.
Angelo State University announced on April 15 that Victory Media named it a 'Military Friendly School' for the 16th time.
It earned a Gold Award for ranking among the top U.S. schools in the Large Public University category for 2025-2026 (one of only five Texas schools to win the award).
Angelo State University launched a new Air Traffic Operations track in its Bachelor of Commercial Aviation program to train air traffic controllers amid a growing national shortage—students are already accepted for the fall semester and will begin specialized simulator training soon. A section of the ASU Rassman Building will be converted this summer into an ATO Simulation Lab—supporting the program's expansion into new aviation training opportunities.
Oregon cowboy Jesse Brown tied the rodeo arena record by bringing his steer down in 2.9 seconds on Wednesday.
He will ride again today—hoping for a fast time to advance to the championship round.
Tessa Koskovich and Ryan Chadwick discussed X-Treme Bulls and interviewed Mason Moody, T Parker, Lane Vaughan, and TJ Gray at the 2025 San Angelo Rodeo—where the arena record in Mutton Bustin’ was broken a day after it was set.
They previewed the final week of rodeo events.
The Angelo State Rams will close out their home season with a four-game baseball series against Eastern New Mexico this weekend.
The Rams posted only one loss in the past five weeks—Eastern New Mexico split a series with them last season—setting up a key finish.
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.
Footloose Musical
2-6 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the lively performance of Footloose in San Angelo.
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