Increase in election audits brings no discrepancies, leaders hope to increase trust

Increase in election audits brings no discrepancies, leaders hope to increase trust

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Brazos County leaders doubled the number of election audits they conducted for this November’s election and presented findings of no discrepancies. Brazos County manually audited six locations, which is up from the three required by the state. This is something county commissioners say was important to show the public. “Election Integrity…

Downtown Bryan’s Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade set for tonight

Downtown Bryan’s Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade set for tonight

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The holidays are here and Downtown Bryan will be lit Thursday night. The Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll starts at 5 p.m. followed by the Lighted Parade which begins at 7 p.m. Residents can shop and stroll along Downtown Bryan for free hot chocolate, candy canes, and family-friendly activities. The parade will…

Brazos Valley Instructors learn the art of brick layering

Brazos Valley Instructors learn the art of brick layering

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Instructors from across the Brazos Valley got a unique hands-on experience Thursday. They spent the day learning about brick layering from the Texas Masonry Council. “There are so many buildings going up, we have so many contractors that are looking for masons and laborers,” said instructor Ashton White. Instructors from as…

Thousands of dollars, pounds of food collected during KBTX Food for Families Food Drive

Thousands of dollars, pounds of food collected during KBTX Food for Families Food Drive

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – We want to send a sincere thank you to everyone who donated to the 2023 KBTX Food for Families Food Drive. The day-long fundraiser is not only our chance to help the Brazos Valley Food Bank and its partners but also sheds light on a problem many of our neighbors face…

Students and staff at Bryan ISD spread holiday cheer at the Brazos Center

Students and staff at Bryan ISD spread holiday cheer at the Brazos Center

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) -Bryan ISD played a heavy role in KBTX’s 28th annual Food for Families Food Drive. Wednesday morning, students and staff festively kickoffed the morning serving at the Brazos Center. Some students performed in the parade and others dressed up in costumes such as food items. Navarro Elementary School Counselor, Katie Gee, says…

Highway 105 closed Wednesday due to crash in Washington County

Highway 105 closed Wednesday due to crash in Washington County

WASHINGTON, Texas (KBTX) – Highway 105 between Navasota and Brenham in Washington County is closed due to an overturned 18-wheeler fuel transport vehicle. The incident happened just after 9 a.m. at Sweed Road near Washington. Washington and Meyersville fire departments were dispatched to the scene near the 105 Grocery & Deli. The cargo area has…

Fight food insecurity at the 28th Annual KBTX Food for Families Food Drive

Fight food insecurity at the 28th Annual KBTX Food for Families Food Drive

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – In Texas, one in every eight households face food insecurity. That number is slightly higher in the Brazos Valley, according to the Brazos Valley Food Bank Executive Director, Theresa Mangapora. During the holiday season, a time when most want to focus on the joy and festivities, many families face heightened stress…

Holiday Extravaganza & Market set for Saturday at Rudder High School

Holiday Extravaganza & Market set for Saturday at Rudder High School

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The annual Holiday Extravaganza & Market is set for Saturday, December 9 at Rudder High School. More than 40 local vendors will be on-hand to sell their products. The Extravaganza & Market culminates in a performance by the Rudder Rangerettes. “We’ve been working on some Christmas dances for the past few…

Christmas parade preparations begin before floats hit Downtown Bryan Thursday

Christmas parade preparations begin before floats hit Downtown Bryan Thursday

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The Downtown Bryan Holiday Stroll and Lighted Parade is back on Thursday. Not only does Destination Bryan say this will bring in the holiday cheer, but it will give people a chance to get some last-minute shopping down. The Holiday Stroll will begin earlier this year at 5:00 p.m. with over…

Higher grocery bills are putting an extra strain on families during the holiday season

Higher grocery bills are putting an extra strain on families during the holiday season

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The holiday season, a time traditionally associated with joy and festivities, is also becoming a period of heightened stress for many as rising grocery prices impact households across the region. The struggle to make ends meet is amplified as families grapple with the challenges of putting food on the table and…