Good morning, San Angelo.

On Columbus Day, four San Angelo banks spent their day off repairing flood-damaged homes as part of the 10th annual Day of Service and Mayor Tom Thompson praised the banks for speeding recovery after the July 4 flood—community partners like Galilee Community Development Corporation and United Way assisted with repairs on about 10 homes.

Halfmann's Cake Cottage, a 30-year bakery at 1 S.

Taylor St., is now under new ownership by Cowboy-Up Chocolate, which is remodeling the space while keeping popular items like iced sugar cookies. The new owners will soon hire experienced cake decorators and bakers and said their downtown chocolate shop at 6 E. Concho Ave. will remain open — offering a fresh start for local fans.

Texas students can apply for public colleges for free this week through ApplyTexas as part of Texas Free College Application Week—running from October 13th to 19th.

Officials said first-year and transfer applicants will have their fees waived to help reduce cost barriers.

Angelo State University’s Office of the Laura W.

Bush Institute for Women’s Health and Old Central Firehouse Pizzeria and Taproom are hosting their eighth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Profit Share event, Pink Out the Firehouse, on Oct. 16 at (200 S. Magdalen St.) where 10% of profits will support local breast cancer patients. An online silent auction featuring 70 donated items runs until the event ends.

San Angelo ISD — in partnership with La Esperanza Clinic — hosted a vaccine clinic where many families and kids met with medical professionals to get vaccines and help keep students safe for the rest of the school year.

The Angelo State women’s golf team finished Monday’s opening round at Pueblo Country Club tied for 17th place.

The team will play 18 more holes today to decide the team and individual champions.

Last week, West Texas high school football games delivered close scores and standout plays as San Angelo Legacy won 58-42 over Central in a district opener — Eldorado rallied from a 20-0 deficit for a comeback win and San Angelo Lake View bolstered their record.

The teams now prepare for upcoming district contests as players like Micah Smith and Izaiah Rios aim to drive their schools toward district titles.

The West Texas high school football district standings for Week 8 show early season records—Permian leads District 2-6A at 1-0 while Wall is 1-0 in District 4-3A Division II—with several districts reporting mixed results from last week.

This week teams will face key games like Odessa at Midland and Central at Permian while matchups in other divisions aim to change the rankings further.

Angelo State's football team lost 24-19 to Texas A&M-Kingsville on October 13—its first upset win over the Rams since 2012 and the team's second straight loss.

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.

Night at the Museum: Constructed Landscapes Opening

5-8 p.m. — ASU Mayer Museum — Free entry — Celebrate student success with family-friendly activities and the opening of Anthony Wright's abstract sculpture exhibition.

Angelo State Rams vs. Western Oregon Wolves Football Game

6-7:30 p.m. — LeGrand Stadium at 1st Community Credit Union Field — Tickets starting at $22 — Catch the action as the Rams take on the Wolves in an exciting football matchup.