Saturday, August 9th, 2025

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Good morning, San Angelo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Martin Luther King Drive and West 23rd Street on Friday—a Nissan Frontier driver failed to yield at a stop sign and struck a northbound Hyundai, prompting rescuers to use the Jaws of Life. San Angelo LIVE!
- ➤ A vehicle caught fire in the Academy Sports + Outdoors parking lot at 4351 Sunset Drive at about 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8 as emergency crews, law enforcement and fire personnel responded; the incident remains under investigation. San Angelo LIVE!
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A San Angelo man named Christopher Cannon, 34, was shot by his ex-girlfriend after he allegedly attacked and robbed her on July 22 and was arrested on Aug. 7 for aggravated robbery — he is now held on a $153,000 bond. San Angelo LIVE!
- ➤ San Angelo police swarmed the 1000 blocks of North Monroe and North Jackson after reports of gunfire at 11 p.m. Friday — officers later said a suspect fled on foot while a second shooting unfolded. San Angelo LIVE!
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Concho will host the free, second annual Fess Parker Fess-tival on Aug. 16 to honor San Angelo native and Hollywood star Fess Parker at the Quartermaster Building—located at Burgess Street and East Avenue C—with a morning program featuring breakfast, historical exhibits, games and contests and an evening session with refreshments, a trivia quiz, a movie screening and a group singalong. San Angelo LIVE!
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Goodfellow Air Force Base’s fire training academy offers hands-on lessons for future firefighters—an instructor explains that the program builds essential skills for real emergencies. The academy’s intensive approach is designed to prepare the next generation for frontline challenges. FOX West Texas
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ La Esperanza Clinic earned a HRSA Gold Badge for quality care after ranking in the top 10% of more than 1,400 clinics — one of eight Texas clinics recognized in 2025 during National Health Center Week. The clinic also received badges for cost-effective care and improved health technology. San Angelo LIVE!
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grape Creek football coach Tanner Thiel said his team will try for its first playoff win this fall after a 42 to 26 loss ended last season. With talented players like running back Sire Garcia and quarterback Braley Woods, the team is ready to make school history and boost local pride. San Angelo LIVE!
- ➤ San Angelo Central head football coach Mark Smith released the team’s depth chart Friday and named junior Micah Smith as the No. 1 quarterback ahead of fall practices starting Monday, Aug. 11 — the chart also lists key players on offense and defense as the Bobcats prepare for a scrimmage on Aug. 21 and season openers on Aug. 29 and Sept. 5. San Angelo LIVE!
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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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2025 Catrina Workshop
1-4 p.m. — Leos Imports — General Admission — Discover the vibrant art of Catrina makeup and craft the perfect ensemble in this family-friendly cultural experience.
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Snacks to Celebrate the First Week
8:30 a.m. — Porter Henderson Library — Free — Enjoy a cereal bar provided by the Friends of the Library as you head to class.
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Tristan Roberson Texas Country Tailgate
11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. — Arc Light Sports Bar & Grill — Reserved seating available — Enjoy a full day of college football followed by a can't-miss performance from Texas country sensation Tristan Roberson.
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