Good morning, San Angelo.

The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts will host a free family event on August 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its education studio on Love Street — art and science activities like egg painting and 3D model building along with a free children's book giveaway will be offered — and gallery admission is free with light refreshments while supplies last.

Kickin Kuts celebrated its grand opening Monday in San Angelo by offering free shampoo with every haircut, free samples and giveaways at its 4238 Sherwood Way location — owner Tina Coombs said the family-owned salon aims to give back with affordable, high-quality haircuts.

Corrections officers at the Tom Green County Jail reported 14 bookings in the past 24 hours — the arrests included charges for deadly conduct, family violence, and drug offenses while 430 individuals remain in the jail.

Today the Perseid meteor shower peaks although an 84%-full moon will wash out most meteors, leaving only the brightest visible in the pre-dawn hours.

Other events include a bright Venus—Jupiter pairing before sunrise while Mars, Saturn, Mercury and the Dumbbell Nebula are set to appear later this month.

The 2025-26 school year starts Thursday, August 14 and San Angelo ISD has released bell schedules for all schools that show specific times for drop-off, first bells, lunch, and dismissal for Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high schools.

Angelo State University purchased the former USAA building at 2320 Sunset Drive and named it The Nexus at Angelo State to house the Kay Bailey Hutchison Center for Cyber Intelligence, the Innovation and Research Hub, and the Regional Security Operations Center.

The new facility will support research, cybersecurity work, and industry collaboration for students, faculty & local partners.

San Angelo's Angelo State men's basketball program announced last Thursday that it signed JUCO transfer Ashraf Barsham as the fifth signee for the 2025-26 recruiting class.

Barsham (a 6-foot-5 guard from Amarillo) spent two seasons at Treasure Valley Community College and averaged 18.6 points and 7.8 rebounds last season.

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.

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.

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.

Angelo State Rams vs. Emporia State Hornets

6-7:30 p.m. — LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting college football matchup between the Rams and Hornets.