American Red Cross celebrates, honors local volunteers

American Red Cross celebrates, honors local volunteers

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The American Red Cross Heart of Texas chapter recently recognized many of its volunteers who help with its mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering in the face of emergencies. Among the local volunteers receiving recognition at volunteer appreciation events in Bryan, Waco, and Killeen: Clara Barton Award – Rick Kattner…

Be Remarkable: Washington County nonprofit has been helping animals for more than two decades

Be Remarkable: Washington County nonprofit has been helping animals for more than two decades

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) – For more than two decades, Melanie and Dale DeAeth have dedicated their lives to rescuing and rehabilitating animals through their non-profit organization, True Blue Animal Rescue. This rural Washington County couple has made a remarkable impact on the lives of hundreds of animals in need, and their efforts have not…

College Station man charged with stalking ex, breaking into her home

College Station man charged with stalking ex, breaking into her home

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – A College Station man accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend is facing several charges after he broke into her home and tried to run from police, according to arrest reports filed on Saturday. Julian Rasuli, 20, was arrested after police found him inside his ex-girlfriend’s home around 1 a.m. Saturday on…

TxDOT holding additional open houses for I-14 project in June, July

TxDOT holding additional open houses for I-14 project in June, July

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The Texas Department of Transportation is looking for public feedback on the I-14 Central Texas Corridor, an interstate highway expected to go through the Brazos Valley. I-14 is expected to follow US 190 eastward from Rogers in Bell County to Huntsville in Walker County. TxDOT Bryan District is currently studying the…

City of College Station, Twin City Mission partner in program to combat homelessness

City of College Station, Twin City Mission partner in program to combat homelessness

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – The City of College Station is partnering with Twin City Mission to launch a program designed to help people facing housing insecurity by giving them the tools to become self-sufficient. It’s called the L.E.A.D Program, which stands for lifeline for stability, empowerment through education, access to resources and dedicated support…

College Station lineman critically injured on the job

College Station lineman critically injured on the job

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) – A lineman for College Station Utilities is in the hospital with critical injuries after being shocked on the job Monday morning. The employee was working on electrical equipment near the Carter Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant around 9:30 a.m. when a high-voltage electric shock injured him, said a City of College…

The Hispanic Forum prepares to host 26th annual scholarship gala

The Hispanic Forum prepares to host 26th annual scholarship gala

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) – The Hispanic Forum of the B/CS is preparing for its 26th annual scholarship gala on July 13. Attendees can enjoy a three-course dinner, live music entertainment, and a silent auction making a difference in the lives of local students. “This is essentially where our entire year efforts come to fruition with…