Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
Good morning, San Angelo.
The Concho Valley Homeschool Community will host the One Starry Night prom at 618 S.
Chadbourne St. on Nov. 14 from 7-10 p.m., where homeschooled high school students in grades 9-12 must wear formal attire and pay $20 for students and $15 for chaperones—tickets are on sale now.
Fuentes Café Downtown is a family restaurant that has served the community for decades—its award-winning owner was honored for his long service.
San Angelo drivers pay the highest price for gas — $2.85 per gallon — while the state average is $2.64 as prices fall thanks to lower demand and a switch to winter-blend gasoline.
AAA Texas added that lower crude oil prices may bring further savings at the pump in the days ahead.
Three Angelo State math faculty received a $740K grant from the Air Force to study skew zero forcing for cybersecurity.
The three-year project will allow them to work part time in fall and spring—undergraduate students will join in spring for hands-on research.
Congressman Pfluger said Thursday that San Angelo set a national standard during the federal shutdown by pledging over $165,000 in relief for military and federal workers facing halted paychecks and training delays at Goodfellow Air Force Base.
Local banks—along with Angelo State University and the city—offered zero-percent interest loans, fee waivers, and tuition aid to support affected workers.
The Lake View Chiefs’ district opener has been rescheduled due to a referee shortage and will now be played at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct.
23 at Pecos — the team aims for its first district title since 2004.
San Angelo Central Bobcats travel to Odessa today to face the Permian Panthers at 7:30 p.m. at Ratliff Stadium — the team seeks its first district win after a tough loss last week — by tightening its defense against key players like senior quarterback Jakob Garcia and running threat Gavin Black.
Angelo State women's soccer defeated UT Tyler 1-0 on October 16th—ASU scored in the 69th minute and goalkeeper Melyna Martinez recorded her fifth consecutive shutout; the team, now on a five-win streak, will visit Midwestern State on Saturday.
Today, the San Angelo Central Bobcats face the Permian Panthers at Ratliff Stadium in Odessa as they try to avoid an 0-2 district record, with a close win last year hinting at a tough contest.
Other high school games in Week 8—featuring matchups such as Ozona against Sonora, Wall versus Coahoma, Grape Creek versus Stanton, and Miles against Cross Plains—will affect playoff hopes in West Texas.
The No. 21 Angelo State Rams will host Midwestern State for Homecoming Night on Oct 18 at LeGrand Stadium — kickoff is at 6 p.m. The Rams, who are 4-2, will try to end a two-game losing streak after a 24-19 loss last week while Midwestern State comes off two wins — they lead the all-time series 16–11.
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.
An Evening With Mariachi Los Pastores
5:30-7:30 p.m. — C.J. Davidson Conference Center, San Angelo, TX — $125-$1,500 — Enjoy a vibrant evening of music and dinner while supporting the Mariachi program at Angelo State.
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