Good morning, San Angelo.

Former San Angelo Standard-Times sportswriter Carlos Mendez, 57, died at an Arlington hospital on Nov.

7 after being hit by an SUV while jogging near his home on Oct. 27 — police said the driver stopped at the scene and no charges were filed.

John Ernest Schwartz, the first chief of Wall Volunteer Fire Department, died in a crash on Nov.

10 at 7:48 p.m. when his 2022 GMC Sierra failed to yield at a yield sign on Debus Road between San Angelo and Wall—he was 88 and not wearing a seatbelt when struck by a westbound SUV.

Angelo State University's Low Brass Studio program will present its fall concert on Friday, Nov 14 at 7 p.m. (in the Carr Education-Fine Arts Building at 2602 Dena Drive) with performances by the ASU Trombone Choir and Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble (directed by Dr. JD Handshoe) as a free event.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced the final channel catfish stockings of the year in the Concho Valley as Richards Park in Brady was stocked Monday with 1,500 fish and Bell Street in San Angelo and Spring Creek in Mertzon will be stocked today with 2,000 and 1,000 fish respectively. Anglers may keep up to five fish per day and adults need a fishing license—rainbow trout will be stocked before Thanksgiving.

On Veterans Day, the Texas Department of Public Safety honored more than 2,100 veterans—recognizing their continued service after military duty.

The department currently employs 2,168 veterans who work in roles from law enforcement to emergency response.

Heart transplant recipient Sarah Pipkin-Love began a 500-mile bike tour on November 2 to raise awareness for organ donation—she rides through Canyon, Snyder, Abilene, San Angelo and Fredericksburg in honor of donor Dylan Roberts.

Born in San Angelo, she now coaches and teaches while sharing her story of how a selfless gift changed her life.

A complaint about repeated elevator malfunctions at Roosevelt Lofts in downtown San Angelo raised safety concerns when residents were trapped on upper floors—no injuries were reported.

Management said the equipment was inspected before the grand opening on Sept. 25 and that an elevator service company is now evaluating the issue.

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.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas - The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Tickets vary — Celebrate the holidays with a lively musical adaptation of Dr. Seuss' classic tale.

How The Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical

2-3:30 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the festive tale of the Grinch's transformation through a lively musical adaptation of a beloved classic.

San Angelo Free 5-Day Event

10 a.m.-3 p.m. — SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Angelo — Free entry — Evaluate your precious metals and collectibles at this buying-only event with specialists available.

Central High School Orchestra Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — VIP tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classical music from the talented Central High School Orchestra.