Good morning, San Angelo.

Houston Tents and Events acquired San Angelo-based Jaacked Event Rentals on Aug.

6 to expand its service footprint across West Texas — enhancing logistics, delivery, and project capacity. The deal retains experienced local leadership and supports larger, more complex events statewide.

Plantible Foods is expanding its Ranchito facility by adding 50 new greenhouses, using a $35 million USDA-backed loan & equity investment to boost production and create 50 full-time jobs.

Construction is underway and will be completed in early 2027 in Schleicher County near Eldorado.

Texas shoppers can save on back-to-school items during the state's annual sales tax holiday that runs from today through midnight Sunday; qualifying purchases under $100 include clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks while pricier items or subscriptions do not qualify.

San Angelo Early Childhood Center received a $4.5M grant from Texas Mutual to help low-income families pay tuition plus expand early education programs, and the center will host a fundraiser at Longhorn Steakhouse on Saturday, Sept.

12 at 8 a.m. to raise additional funds.

San Angelo State Park was identified as being in a New World screwworm infestation zone as officials reported Thursday.

Visitors planning to bring horses must call 24 hours in advance for an inspection and pet owners should watch for unusual wounds — report them immediately.

TLCA Eagles are rebuilding with new coaches and returning starters after winless seasons.

The team opens Aug. 28 at Tahoka and hosts Winters on Sept. 11 & aims to improve daily in District 3-3A Division I.

Standout offensive linemen in West Texas high school football, including San Angelo Central's Parker Havercroft, are set to make an impact this season as they earn district honors and college offers, and the list highlights 10 promising players + local talent uplifting regional programs.

North Side Back to School Bash

2:30-6:30 p.m. — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Registration required — A community event providing school supplies and shoes for children in need.