Good morning, San Angelo.

Since November 2024, Steve Ahlenius has led the chamber to support the ISD bond, advocate for data center developments on city-owned land, and revitalize membership through a competitive drive that added 276 members by mid-June while securing nearly $500,000 in economic development funding & boosting local business confidence.

The annual American Plains Artists Juried Exhibit and Sale opens today at Fort Concho’s Quartermaster Galleries from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and features 63 paintings — seven sculptures from 41 artists celebrating Western heritage.

Three Angelo State women’s golf team members were named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team, announced earlier this week.

Mia Clarke (a senior), Beth Norton (a senior) and Caitlin Vanderkruk (a sophomore) earned honors for strong performances on the course and in class during the 2026 season.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department stocked channel catfish into the Concho River in downtown San Angelo on Friday, June 19.

The Neighborhood Fishin’ program will continue biweekly stocks through the end of October (except August) to offer local anglers several spots to fish.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced an enhanced website, screwworm.texas.gov, which offers fact sheets, maps & inspection guidelines to help Texans detect and report the New World screwworm threat.

Texas Parks and Wildlife said a cybersecurity breach may have exposed personal data from over 3 million license holders.

The agency strengthened its systems and offers free credit monitoring through Kroll until Sept. 14.

San Angelo City Council approved funds on June 19 to repair areas eroded by the July 4th floods (last year).

Town engineers are preparing plans to begin work soon.

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.

Downtown Stroll

5-9 p.m. — SoCo Taphouse & Brew Co. — Free trolley service — Enjoy local art, shopping, dining, and entertainment during this monthly event in downtown San Angelo.