Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
Good morning, San Angelo.
Today, 600 channel catfish were stocked in the Concho River near the Oakes Street Bridge as part of the Neighborhood Fishin’ Program that delivers biweekly stockings until the end of October — a project that makes fishing more accessible for local residents.
Anglers may keep up to five fish per day while youth under 17 do not need a fishing license.
A truck hauling sod veered off a low-water crossing in Dove Creek at about 2:15 p.m. Friday—prompting the Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office to close lanes on River Crossing Road and warn drivers to use alternate routes.
Drivers on U.S. Highway 277 between Orient and Bronte face a hazard after multiple calls reported large rocks on the roadway—prompting a travel alert from the Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office just before 10 a.m.—while TxDOT crews are en route to remove the debris and urge caution.
San Angelo entrepreneurs can compete in a multi-phase business plan competition offering $100,000 in grant awards & additional in-kind services.
Submissions will be accepted until August 8 at 5:00 pm and will be reviewed by a panel of local business leaders from COSADC, ASU Norris-Vincent College of Business, and the ASU Small Business Development Center.
Marquez Bakery reopened Friday, June 20 after a two‐month renovation—updating its interior and exterior at 2101 Ben Ficklin Rd to serve local customers with pan dulce, Mexican pastries, empanadas, tamales, tortillas, and burritos.
Police arrested two men in San Angelo this week—Isaiah Ramirez was taken into custody on June 18 after he threatened two people with a firearm, and Silvester N.
Reyes was arrested on June 19 after an elderly man was stabbed.
AAA Texas projects 5.7 million Texans will travel 50 miles or more during the extended Independence Day holiday period from June 28 to July 6 — a record figure amid rising road and air travel demand and potential fuel price shifts due to hurricane risks.
Texas DPS has expanded its Aircraft Operations Division to San Angelo, where the unit now operates a helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft to enhance public safety and support local search and rescue missions.
The expansion strengthens air patrol, criminal surveillance, and border security efforts across a region from Del Rio to Lubbock—cooperating with county, state, and federal agencies.
Vacation Bible School
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM — 90 E 14th St — Free entry — Dive Under the Sea and discover how Jonah was used to bring others closer to God.
Once Upon a Mattress
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices TBA — Experience a humorous twist on the classic tale of the Princess and the Pea with delightful music and fun antics.
Once Upon a Mattress
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Murphey Performance Hall — Check ticket availability — Experience the whimsical tale of Princess Winnifred and the brouhaha of her quest for love.
A Star-Spangled Banner Concert and Fireworks
7-8 p.m. — Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial RiverStage — Free entry — Celebrate with a concert and spectacular fireworks synchronized with Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture.
Red, White & Blue Color Run
9-10 a.m. — Mathis Sports and Fitness Center — Sign up required — Dash, splash, and color your world in this vibrant color run event for DoD Cardholders.
Marcos Orozco and Grupo Rebelde Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Koronazz — $25 presale / $30 at door — Experience the passion and rhythm of Tejano music with a high-energy performance.
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