Good morning, San Angelo.

The Tom Green County Sheriff's Office will host Glow in the Dark 5K Run on July 25 at Santa Fe Park.

Registration begins at 8 p.m. and the run starts at 8:30 p.m. Fees are $25 for one mile and $35 for the 5K, with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Texas.

Hoar Construction has opened its permanent West Texas office at the renovated Technology Tower on Loop 306 — the space houses 15 employees and will support local projects in healthcare, higher education and municipal sectors.

Downtown San Angelo Inc. and San Angelo LIVE will hold the Star-Spangled Banner Concert and Fireworks America 250 Celebration on Friday, July 3 at 6:30 p.m. at Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial RiverStage (16 E Ave A), featuring Jacob Soto, the Community Band, and fireworks over the Concho River.

Dr. Sarah Hernandez, the high school principal at Texas Leadership, was named Region 15 High School Principal of the Year for the second time.

She received the award at the Texas Association of Secondary Schools Principals conference and now is a contender for Texas Principal of the Year.

Texas is set to heat up sharply as the World Cup begins with widespread 90 degree temperatures and pockets of triple-digit heat — West Texas may hit 100 degrees while humid conditions keep the heat index high; residents should stay alert for heat advisories.

Texas Football revealed its list of the state's 10 best high school wide receivers, and none from the area earned more than honorable mention.

Notable NFL stars on the list include Dez Bryant, CeeDee Lamb, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba — while Roy Williams of Odessa Permian received recognition for his standout play.

A San Angelo teen was chosen as one of 12 Cook Children’s patients to serve as World Cup flag bearers — an honor announced yesterday that spotlights local pride as the tournament unfolds.

West Texas Pickle Fest

11 AM - 5 PM — Bart Dewitt Park — Fun for all ages — Engage in pickle games, explore food trucks, and enjoy a vibrant car show.

Wild West Festival San Angelo 2026

July 1st-4th — Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial RiverStage — Pricing TBA — Celebrate Independence Day with a lively mix of music, food, and family fun along the Concho River.

Art & Independence Celebration

7-10 p.m. — San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts — Fundraiser event — Celebrate Independence Day with delicious food and art activities at the Steak of The Arts Cookoff.

Christmas in July Summer Market

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — First Financial Pavilion — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market filled with local handmade crafts and support San Angelo's creative talent.