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Texas motorcyclist deaths spike in 2020
Despite less traffic on the road in 2020 and a 2% reduction in motorcycle crashes, safety officials have been alarmed by a 17% increas... Read more
Hurricane Preparedness: Wash Away Fears by Preparing Early
Hurried packing, constantly checking the news for updates, and creating a rushed plan to an evacuation site are common occurrences for families once an impending hurricane is announced. Due to the uncertainty and panic that ca... Read more
Get Hooked on Fishing: A Beginner's Guide to Fishing in Bryan College Station
After months of adjusting to “the new normal” and finding different ways to fill time while staying safe, one peaceful pastime has persevered into the age of social distancing: fishing at the various ponds, lakes, and rivers a... Read more
Nature of Texas: Most Popular Texas State Parks
Everything is bigger in Texas and the amount of state parks located around this large state are no exception. With around 89 state parks in total, there is much more to see in Texas than there is time to visit all of them. If you... Read more
Everything's Coming Up Roses: Visit the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden
The Tyler Municipal Rose Garden is a 14-acre rose garden in Tyler, one of the biggest cities in East Texas, and is known for processing about 80 percent of the nation’s roses. Most notably, its rose garden is Tyler’s number on... Read more
City Parks: Recreation Inspiration
Texas has a lot to offer when it comes to what families, couples, and even individuals can do in the summer. So, here is a compilation of recreation inspiration both in and around the Brazos Valley for those who are looking to... Read more
Lake Bryan to Reopen May 1
Lake Bryan will reopen to the public on May 1. Lake Bryan will be following guidelines issued for Texas state parks for the safety of both the staff and patrons. Lake Bryan will be open for day use only. No over... Read more
Keep Summer Fun: Summer Safety Checklist
By Dr. Daniel Ransom, Pediatrician, Baylor Scott & White Summer is marked by hours of sunshine and longer days full of playing in the pool or backyard. Studies show that it’s great for kids’ health and development to spend time outside. However,... Read more
Tailgating Playbook: Advice from the Experts
Parking on campus can ne’er be found, the weather is unbelievably hot, and the Fighting Texas Aggie Band is marching into Kyle field. This can only mean one thing: it’s football season in Aggieland! Whoop! Football fans from Tex... Read more
BeeWeaver Honey Farm: A Buzz-worthy Destination
By Anastasia Megdanis Thanks to 130 years of experience and entrepreneurship in the Weaver family, Navasota is home to one of the few pesticide-free honey farms in the country, BeeWeaver Honey Farm. The farm’s bee breeding and retail business da... Read more
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UWBV Youth Leadership Cabinet grants $15,000 to 18 local nonprofits
United Way of the Brazos Valley’s Youth Leadership Cabinet is granting $15,000 to local nonprofits focused in the areas of health, education, and financial stability. Composed of 50 high school student-leaders, Youth Leadership Cabinet raised $15,00 Read more
New monument to be revealed at Veterans Field on May 13
Over 9,500 veterans reside in Brazos County, per 2019 Veterans Administration (VA) figures. They may be eligible for burial in National and Texas State Veteran Cemeteries. However, for the convenience of their families, many are opting to purchase a Read more
ACBV hosts "The Art of Gemology" exhibit from April 6 to July 9
The Arts Council of the Brazos Valley is currently hosting a new exhibit titled "The Art of Gemology", featuring the artwork of Neena Buxani, from Apr. 6 to July 9. Buxani is an Indian-American artist who was raised on the border of Mexico in Brownsv Read more
TxDOT brings awareness to motorcyclists this May with #EndTheStreakTX movement trend
One evening in April 2021, Eric Newell was out for a ride in Houston when his motorcycle was rear-ended by a vehicle, breaking both of his legs, dislocating his hips, and injuring his back and hands. He is just one of 2,318 Texas motorcyclists seriou Read more
