Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, San Angelo.
The Tom Green County Hunger Coalition is offering free lunches for kids and their families this summer at eight sites in San Angelo through the Kids Eat-FREE!
Program—meals will be served Monday through Friday in July and August with no application needed. Local partners like churches, nonprofits, and businesses are supporting the program.
Lonnie Bingham offers drive-thru prayers several afternoons near Southland Boulevard and Knickerbocker Road using a bright blue 'Prayer Drive Thru' sign—he revived the practice he started in San Antonio and now continues while working at Cricket Wireless.
San Angelo’s second splash pad will open at Kirby Park on Tuesday, July 22, at 10 a.m.—it was funded entirely by community donations and has rules requiring swim attire and constant supervision for children.
Authorities said a San Angelo man's body was found in Kerr County after flooding and they are investigating his death.
San Angelo City Council appointed Brandon Dyson as the new city attorney after he served as interim for more than six months following Theresa James's resignation last fall.
City Manager Daniel Valenzuela praised his work — Dyson said he is honored to continue serving the community.
On Tuesday, the city council approved a $41.6M bond sale to renovate the Coliseum, expanding seating and safety that voters supported in May— the city will partner with the Stock Show and Rodeo Association under a long-term lease, and the bond sale secured a 5.418% rate that will close on Aug 14.
The City of San Angelo launched the HOT Funds Program to support local arts nonprofits that boost tourism through creative events.
Applicants must submit completed forms by noon on Aug. 14 and the Public Art Commission will review them before the City Council makes funding decisions in September.
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.
Monsters of Mathis Powerlifting Seminar
5:30 p.m. — Mathis Sports and Fitness Center — Sign-up required — Strengthen your skills with powerlifting pros before the upcoming event.
Live Music: Zach Maberry & David Percy
7-9:30 p.m. — Angoria Hotel — Free entry — Unwind with the soul of San Angelo through captivating live music performances.
Northside Back to School Bash
2:30-6:30 p.m. — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Free entry — A community event providing kids with backpacks, shoes, and haircuts to kick off the school year in style.
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