Good morning, San Angelo.

Angry Chickz, a California-based hot chicken restaurant, will expand to San Angelo in 2026 as part of a 25-unit agreement across Texas and New Mexico, and each new outlet is expected to create between 30 and 35 jobs.

San Angelo Christian Academy and the Carnes family have set up a scholarship to honor late officer Steven Carnes, with an event on Jan.

9 at 1:15 p.m. at the school (the one-time tuition scholarship offers $862 to active-duty law enforcement families enrolling a student).

Several restaurants in San Angelo will be open on Christmas Day.

Denny's, IHOP, McDonald's and Whataburger will operate 24 hours while Golden Corral (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.), Oriental Flame (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Roxie's Diner (7 to 10 a.m.) offer limited hours.

The Wall Hawks won their first state championship by edging Newton 25—24, thanks to a crucial onside kick recovery with 1:40 remaining.

The win, the first for Tom Green County since 1966, capped the team's perfect 16—0 season at AT&T Stadium on Thursday.

Monster Trucks Maniac Show

6-7:30 p.m. — Spur Arena — $10-$40 — Experience the thrilling roar of monster trucks at this family-friendly event with free kids tickets available.