Good morning, San Angelo.

A two-vehicle crash on Knickerbocker Road at 1:45 p.m. on Monday halted traffic when a white GMC ran a red light and hit a black Mercedes near the Loop 306 east frontage road by the Texas Department of Transportation headquarters—traffic is being redirected while first responders clear the scene and a passenger with non-life-threatening injuries was taken to the hospital.

A woman accused of stealing a purse during Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Mother’s Day was arrested on May 11 on an unrelated warrant after a Facebook video by Gabriel Flores drew nearly 300,000 views, with police booking her at Tom Green County Jail, setting her bond at $2,000, and releasing her the next morning at 11:31 a.m.

Angelo State University Police are searching for Joshua Ryan Barnett, 35, a white male 6 ft 1 in tall and 175 lb with brown hair & brown eyes wanted for multiple bicycle and e-scooter thefts on campus with six active arrest warrants issued on May 12, and anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Villarreal at 325-942-2071.

Corrections officers at the Tom Green County Jail reported 15 bookings in the past 24 hours for charges such as assault of hospital personnel, drug possession, unauthorized vehicle use, and family violence—bringing the total inmate count to 442.

Angelo State University reopened its renovated Murphey Auditorium on May 12 with a major gift from local philanthropist Elta Joyce McAfee—this funding funded upgrades that include new seating, lighting, audio, and electronic systems in the 11,681-square-foot facility.

The updated venue now offers a modern space for concerts, theater productions, and other events for the campus and community.

After nearly two years, the Howard Street Roadway Project ended late last week near Pecos Street + Sherwood Way, repaving 1.75 miles of road and upgrading sidewalks, bike lanes and intersections.

The work eased long travel delays caused by construction over the past 20 months.

Mason ISD named Wade Griffin as its new head football coach and athletic director on Monday.

Griffin served at Weimar for three years—leading the Wildcats to a 21-14 record—before replacing Michael McLeod, who recently accepted a defensive coordinator role at Llano.

A new full-sized motocross track is under construction behind Concho Valley Dragway on RM 853 just west of San Angelo; it will stretch over a mile with multiple jumps and share dragway amenities.

Organizers — including Kalen Winger Paxton, her husband, and her father — began work on May 2 and seek local sponsors for an August opening — the project plans to host races and practice events and pursue AMA sanctioning.

The Angelo State baseball team was named the No. 1 seed in the South Central Region during Sunday’s NCAA Division II Selection Show and will host a game on Thursday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at Foster Field at 1st Community Credit Union Stadium.

After winning the Lone Star Conference Tournament Title with a 12-9 win over St. Edward’s, the team joins a double-elimination tournament—one that leads to the Super Regionals scheduled from May 22 to May 24.

Olfen’s Grant Halsell made school history by becoming the first athlete from Olfen to qualify for a UIL state tennis competition when he won the Region II-1A title last week, and he earned a first-round bye at the Class 1A tournament on Thursday at the Blossom Tennis Center—a notable boost for Concho Valley’s state tennis team.

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.

Prep Academy Dance Recital

12-3 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of the Prep Academy Dance Recital in a vibrant showcase of talent.

On-Site Tour at Baptist Retirement Community

9 AM – 7 PM — Baptist Retirement Community — Free entry — Explore a welcoming faith-based community for seniors with exceptional dining and activities.

Infrastructure and Safety Summit

12:00 a.m. — Howard College — $50 entry (tuition-free for select courses) — Engage in vital classes for professionals in infrastructure, safety, and disaster management.