Good morning, San Angelo.

AAA Texas is urging drivers to slow down and watch for children as students return to school today, with after-school hours posing a high risk for pedestrian crashes—drivers must avoid distractions and respect speed limits in school zones.

Angelo State University hosts free Ram Jam tailgate events for five home football games where community members enjoy hot dogs, baked goods, and live music from 3 to 5 p.m. on game days with tailgate spots open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.—the season includes a Sept.

6 home opener, Sept. 20 Family Day, and Oct. 18 Homecoming.

A driver swerved all over Abe Street on Wednesday before leaving the road and hitting parked vehicles and a pickup truck as he suffered a diabetes-related medical emergency—said police.

San Angelo Police warned residents about a rise in scams and urged them to verify business credentials before paying—residents are advised to check business legitimacy to protect their money and peace of mind.

San Angelo ISD is accepting applications for free and reduced-price school meals for the 2025-26 school year under federal and state guidelines—families must use one application per household and can apply online or via paper at school offices.

Some campuses offer meals at no cost to all students while state funds will cover reduced-price meals starting Sept. 1, exempting August meals and a la carte items.

A CBP MQ-9 Guardian drone from Mathis Field in San Angelo flew into deep Mexican airspace on August 13 at 3 a.m. CT, covering over 800 miles and orbiting near Mexico City in a mission reportedly requested by Mexican officials amid cartel-related intelligence efforts — the unmanned aircraft vanished from public tracking after about six hours.

The San Angelo Health Department inspected restaurants from July 27 to Aug.

2 and found that many eateries earned perfect scores with places like Chipotle and Chick-fil-A meeting all standards while others such as Chicken Express and What Do Pho scored low for issues like dirty cooler doors and roaches in sugar — inspectors told owners to fix poor storage, cleaning, and ventilation practices. This regular check follows state food safety rules to help keep food safe for customers.

San Angelo ISD has begun selling season tickets for the Central Bobcats and Lake View Chiefs football games until Friday, Aug.

22 or until tickets sell out—ticket sales are available at the SAISD Athletics Office and online with weekly sales starting on Monday, Aug. 25. The Lake View season will start on Aug. 29 against Fort Stockton and Central will have its home debut on Sept. 5 with clear bag rules at San Angelo Stadium.

Former Wall Hawk Thomas Leanos will play collegiate football at Nelson University in Waxahachie this fall—he was the starting running back for his team that reached the state semifinals and gained over 1,500 yards 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.