Good morning, San Angelo.

In the latest Chat with the Chief episode, San Angelo Police Chief Travis Griffith and Burt Sempier talk about removing dangerous drugs, giving safety training for faith communities, and holiday safety measures—aiming to keep our community safe.

Barron’s Body Shop won first place in the 2025 San Angelo Business Plan Competition on November 12 and received $50,000 — the contest was hosted by COSADC with support from ASU’s Small Business Development Center and ASU Norris-Vincent College of Business, while Rooted Wellness Clinic and Mad Messy finished second and third with $30,000 and $20,000 respectively.

Grape Creek High School held a ribbon cutting on Nov.

12 for its new laundry service, The Tidy Talon, which is now available on campus.

Angelo State University will celebrate the planetarium's 40th anniversary on Saturday, Nov.

15, from 1-5 p.m. in the Vincent Building at 2333 Vanderventer Ave—free shows, STEM activities, and a panel with former director Dr. Mark Sonntag are planned.

Between Oct. 26 and Nov.

1, San Angelo/Tom Green County Health Department inspectors found that some local restaurants did not use handwashing facilities and kept food unprotected (with Rice Food and Boba receiving a low score of 87 due to issues like food stored in ice and no marking on items). The report shows a wide range of scores, and officials reminded food establishments to meet state safety rules.

The Grape Creek Eagles will play the Crane Golden Cranes in Big Lake at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov.

14 as they try to win their first playoff game in school history — strong runs by Darrell West and key defensive stops boost their chance.

West Texas playoff football games are scheduled this week at 7 p.m., featuring Ozona against Anson, San Angelo Lake View versus Lampasas at San Angelo Stadium, San Angelo Central versus El Paso Pebble Hills in Odessa, Robert Lee against Ira in Sterling City, and Grape Creek versus Crane with a bonus contest in Sweetwater where Eldorado plays Tahoka—each matchup offers teams a chance at historic wins and record-setting moments.

The Wall Lady Hawks volleyball advanced last night with a four‑set win over Holliday and will face Boyd in the state semifinals this weekend—showing a strong season turnaround.

Veribest and Water Valley will meet in the regional final on Friday while Angelo State’s Madi Parrish earned Lone Star Conference Offensive Player of the Week as ASU closes its regular season with home matches on Friday and Saturday.

Angelo State baseball will host its Lone Star Winter Break Baseball Camp from December 29 to December 31 at the Norris Baseball Clubhouse and the ASU Intramural Complex.

The camp runs from 10 to 1 daily for players aged 8 to 13 — registration costs $140 and space is limited.

The Veribest and Water Valley volleyball teams will compete in a Tom Green County regional final at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Midlothian High School—located more than 250 miles from San Angelo.

No. 7-ranked Veribest has won all three meetings this year, though both teams have played five-set matches in district play.

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.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — Ranch 125 — Ticket required — Embrace the holiday spirit and strut your ugliest sweater while enjoying a festive pub crawl in downtown San Angelo.