Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, San Angelo.
Coleman Olive Oil Co. will open a new downtown store at 19 W.
Beauregard Ave. on Thursday, June 26 at 11 a.m. and will offer premium extra virgin olive oils, infused balsamic vinegars & regional products that blend Mediterranean flavors with West Texas influences.
On June 18th, deputies arrived at 6:02 p.m. at Lakota Lane in the Buffalo Heights subdivision after a call reported Larry Ballard, 73, threatening to overdose on insulin and then firing at least six shots—one hitting a patrol vehicle—before deputies returned fire and struck him in the hip; he later retreated into his home, surrendered at 7:05 p.m., was treated at Shannon Medical Center, and booked on June 20th with a $750,000 bond.
The San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Museum and Cultural Center held a Catrina workshop where past contest winners taught makeup, clothing, and history for Dia de los Muertos—preparing locals for the fall celebration.
Local participants learned practical techniques and key traditions during the workshop—gearing up for the upcoming festival.
The Simply Texas Blues Festival returned to the streets on Oakes and Twohig—marking its 15th year and raising scholarship funds for local kids in San Angelo.
Angelo State’s Air Force ROTC Detachment 847 hosted cadets from 11 regional detachments for a three-day Special Warfare AFROTC Weekend held at the campus and Goodfellow Air Force Base—where they completed tactical leadership classes, trail rucks, and physical training sessions—to gain exposure to Air Force Special Warfare career paths.
The Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office welcomed six new deputies during Monday morning’s ceremony in the commissioners’ courtroom — Sheriff Nick Hanna administered the oaths to three full-time deputies, two transport deputies, and one reserve deputy and urged the public to welcome them.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 10 that will require every public school classroom to display a 16x20 Ten Commandments poster beginning in September — supporters say the move highlights key U.S. history while critics argue it breaks the rule against mixing government and religion.
San Angelo businesses offer a variety of birthday deals—free ice cream, dessert, and meal discounts are available when residents sign up for rewards programs at many local spots.
The list details offers from restaurants and stores so birthday celebrations stay budget friendly.
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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