Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
Good morning, San Angelo.
A single-vehicle rollover crash occurred late Monday morning on US 277 south of San Angelo near the intersection of US 277 and FM 584 around 11:35 a.m.—first responders found the overturned vehicle in a ditch and one person was taken to a hospital as traffic was directed through one lane.
Foster Communications was honored by the Texas Historical Commission with the Texas Business Award for its exceptional contributions to economic growth—this recognition comes after the company, founded in 1954, has long led local broadcasting with stations like 94.7 KIXY-FM and 101.9 KWFR-FM.
Corrections officers at Tom Green County Jail reported 11 new bookings in the past 24 hours for charges including assault causing bodily injury, parole violation, and reckless driving—raising the inmate total to 419.
Angelo State’s University Theatre will present the dark drama Our Dear Dead Drug Lord in the ASU Modular Theatre inside the Carr Education-Fine Arts Building starting Thursday, May 1.
The production will have shows at 8 p.m. from May 1 to May 3 and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. on May 11 while tickets cost $10 for the general public, $5 for non-ASU students, and free for ASU students and select subscribers.
Today, Angelo State University's Mariachi Los Pastores will perform its annual spring concert at 7 p.m. in Murphey Performance Hall in downtown San Angelo.
The free show, titled Revolucion!, features music from the Mexican Revolution and includes performances by Lake View High School seniors and Mariachi Alma Mexicana.
Early voting is nearly over in Taylor and Tom Green counties—thousands have already cast their votes and officials expect more residents to vote before the deadline.
San Angelo student Akash Vukoti launched the nonprofit What Is On My Ballot to improve voter education after his parents were confused by a crowded ballot in a recent presidential election; he said the group will work with local election commissions to provide clear election details through mailed brochures, text messages, and printed materials at polling places — he is seeking community volunteers to support the effort.
Angelo State softball senior pitcher Cheyenne Floyd was named Lone Star Conference Pitcher of the Week after she threw 13.1 shutout innings with 17 strikeouts to close the regular season—she has a 24-5 record and the Rambelles will open postseason play this Thursday against Eastern New Mexico.
The San Angelo Central High School girls gymnastics team won its 15th state title and seventh in a row Saturday in Odessa—scoring 233.225 points over Rockwall and L.D.
Bell. Kara Baker won the balance beam—while longtime coach Tony Walker guided the team.
Angelo State University softball split a home series against top-ranked West Texas A&M by winning the opener 7 to 0 but losing the nightcap 6 to 2—improving its record to 43 to 11 and earning the team third seed in the Lone Star Conference Tournament.
The Belles will open play Thursday at 11 a.m. against Eastern New Mexico in Canyon.
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.
Jazz Night Happy Hour
6-8 p.m. — San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts — $10 general admission, $5 seniors, free for students and military — Enjoy the big band sounds of the West Texas Jazz Orchestra at an enchanting evening.
Continuum Dance Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — 100% backed ticket pricing — Experience the elegance of the Continuum Dance Company in a stunning venue.
Chris Knight Live Performance
4-8 p.m. — House of FiFi Du Bois — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of live music with Chris Knight and experience local vibes.
Beginners’ Crochet Class
12-3 p.m. — Goodfellow Arts and Crafts Center — No cost information available — Get ready to learn or refresh your crochet skills in this fun class.
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