Good morning, San Angelo.

Spirit Halloween is coming to San Angelo at the former pOpshelf building at 4151 Sunset Drive — the store will open in September with seasonal hours until early November and has started posting job listings online.

San Angelo city officials warned residents that scammers are sending fake permit invoices that ask for wire transfers—officials said the city will never request payment this way and urged anyone with questions to call 325-657-4210.

Painter and illustrator Ezra Tucker said that nature, books and TV sparked his art from an early age — his exhibit The Art of Ezra Tucker is on display at San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts until Sept.

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Country singer Randall King explained his honky‑tonk roots and shared that his fourth album with 11 new songs will be released in May, reflecting his early struggles in Lubbock’s red dirt scene.

He will perform at Cooper's Bar‑B‑Q in Christoval on Sept. 26 and headline King Fest featuring Neal McCoy as he honors his late sister.

Angelo State University launched a new $5M Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence at The Nexus on Sunset Drive today.

The center will expand AI research and education across various campus departments—supporting online degrees and community projects throughout West Texas.

Angelo State will start its season with a rematch at Fort Hays State tomorrow at 7 p.m. after a 21-7 loss last year — Coach Jeff Girsch says both teams will fight hard in the game.

Former San Angelo Central quarterback Maverick McIvor had a sensational debut for Western Kentucky as he threw for 401 yards, three touchdowns, and one rushing touchdown in a 41 to 24 win over Sam Houston State—he transferred from Abilene Christian University and will play North Alabama on Saturday, Aug. 30 at 6 p.m.

Angelo State volleyball is picked as the preseason favorite to win the Lone Star Conference championship and junior outside hitter Madi Parrish was named preseason player of the year after recording 498 kills last season — the team will begin its season on September 5-6 at home during the Kathleen Brasfield Invitational.

When Central lost its leading receiver last year, Jimmy Edwards stepped up and posted 49 catches for 825 yards and 10 touchdowns; the senior now plays alongside a healthy Colton Hill—strengthening the team’s passing game.

Edwards’ performance in key matchups has given the Bobcats a strong dual-receiver option for upcoming contests.

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.

Just Between Friends San Angelo

9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Foster Communications Coliseum Dog Show — Check official website for pricing — A semiannual trade fair featuring children's and maternity products with 120 exhibitors and an expected audience of 25,000.

Angelo State Rams vs. Western New Mexico Mustangs

6:00 – 7:30 PM — LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field — Ticket prices vary — Witness the thrilling clash between the Rams and Mustangs in a live football showdown.