Good morning, San Angelo.

Wall neighbors Blaize Benson and Stratley Strube won champion titles at the 2025 State Fair of Texas in Dallas.

Blaize, a junior at Wall High School, won champion honors for his steer that sold for $16,000 at auction — marking a win for local students in Tom Green County.

San Angelo Animal Services said a dog was killed in a javelina attack near Cornerstone Christian School and Brentwood Daycare earlier this week—officials urged pet owners to leash pets and secure trash to reduce wildlife contact.

The Mayer Museum will host its first fall Night at the Museum event on Tuesday, Oct.

7 to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. The free event runs from 5-8 p.m. and offers family-friendly activities such as sugar skull making—ASU mariachi and ballet folklorico performances—and educational displays.

US House members August Pfluger and Jodey Arrington and local residents shared their opinions on the government shutdown—many warning that the federal standoff could hurt local services.

Angelo State University will host its first collegiate rodeo from Oct.

23 to Oct. 25 at the Fiesta Arena at the San Angelo Fairgrounds — part of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association event held with the Cinch Roping Fiesta. The event will feature three performances and a morning slack, with $10 tickets for most shows and free admission for the slack.

The Lake View Chiefs lost 46–36 to Burnet at San Angelo Stadium on Friday after they gave up a 29–22 halftime lead, and they will try to improve next week at their nondistrict finale in Brownfield.

While nearly all 2A–6A teams take a bye week, the COVER1 Crew reports that six–man football draws local interest with a state-ranked matchup between the Water Valley Wildcats and the Rankin Red Devils and a showdown in Coke County between the Bronte Longhorns and Robert Lee Steers—also naming a standout 6–man player as Player of the Week.

Night at the Museum: Dia de los Muertos Celebration

5-8 p.m. — ASU Mayer Museum — Free entry — Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with activities, community displays, and a sculpture exhibition opening.

SATLCA Girls Varsity Volleyball Match

7 p.m. — Wall High School — Admission per school policy — Catch the exciting showdown as SATLCA takes on Wall in this thrilling volleyball match.

Midwestern State Mustangs vs Angelo State Rams Football

1-4 p.m. — LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field — $15 for general admission, free with student ID — Cheer on the Rams as they face Midwestern State and enjoy the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen at halftime.

Vegas McGraw - Tribute to Tim McGraw

7-11 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of country music with a tribute to the legendary Tim McGraw.

Daylight Frights: The Great Library Halloween Gathering

1-4 p.m. — Porter Henderson Library — Free — Enjoy a ghoulish gathering with spooky activities and snacks.

Dia de los Muertos Celebration

11 a.m.-9 p.m. — 16 E Ave A, San Angelo, TX — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the rich traditions of Día de los Muertos with art, culture, and community festivities.