A&M faculty leaders decry “appearance of outside influence” in botched hiring of journalism professor

A&M faculty leaders decry “appearance of outside influence” in botched hiring of journalism professor

“A&M; faculty leaders decry “appearance of outside influence” in botched hiring of journalism professor” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps…

Man charged with Intoxication Assault after after slamming into overpass concrete wall

Man charged with Intoxication Assault after after slamming into overpass concrete wall

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – Bryan police say 20-year-old Riley Smith of Calvert drove his pickup into the concrete wall of the overpass at the intersection of West Villa Maria and Wellborn Road. They say it happened around 2:30 Saturday morning and that Smith was traveling at a high rate of speed. One of the passengers…

Public meeting regarding TxDOT plans to widen FM-1179

Public meeting regarding TxDOT plans to widen FM-1179

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – TxDOT is holding a public information meeting Thursday, July 27 regarding work planned for FM-1179. This project could impact residents traveling between Boonville Road and Easterling Drive. TxDOT plans to have designs to show residents at the meeting and will be available for questions. According to the TxDOT Bryan District leaders,…

Happy birthday to longtime Chick-fil-A Bryan employee, Wendy

Happy birthday to longtime Chick-fil-A Bryan employee, Wendy

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – We want to send a special happy birthday to longtime Chick-fil-A employee, Wendy. According to a Facebook post by Chick-fil-A Bryan, she celebrated her birthday at the Bryan location Friday. Wendy is a staple at the Bryan Chick-fil-A with almost 30 years under her belt. Wendy, it’s our pleasure to wish…

The dogs and cats at the Bryan Animal Center are looking for their forever home

The dogs and cats at the Bryan Animal Center are looking for their forever home

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – If you are looking for a furry friend, the dogs and cats at the Bryan Animal Shelter are $10 to adopt now until the end of July. Dyan Driscoll, the Bryan Animal Center Programs Coordinator says all adopted pets will come with a microchip, their basic vaccinations, and will be either…

Blinn art instructor wins prestigious art award

Blinn art instructor wins prestigious art award

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – A Blinn College District Art Instructor was recognized with a prestigious art award. Jamie Speck, a part-time faculty member in Blinn’s Arts Program for 21 years, placed third at Artspace111′s 10th annual Texas Juried Exhibition. According to a press release from Blinn, Artspace111, located in Fort Worth, specializes in contemporary Texas…