Outdoors
5 fun and worthwhile volunteer opportunities for you to serve and enhance our community
Make a difference this fall as a volunteer coach or help with Parks and Recreation programs and service projects. We have opportunities for individuals, groups, students, and businesses to contribute meaningfully to our high-quality programs and... Read more
City of College Station Mosquito Abatement Program offers mosquito dunks for community members
Are mosquitos causing a buzz in your neighborhood? The City of College Station’s Mosquito Abatement Program provides free mosquito dunks to residents on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Mosquito dunks kill mosquito larvae before Read more
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
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Springtime Bliss: Keeping your pets safe from poisonous plants
Spring brings a burst of color and new life to our surroundings, but the very things that make spring so vibrant can pose serious threats to our beloved pets. Dr. Murl Bailey, a senior professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biom Read more
Everyone welcome to campus for Physics & Engineering Festival April 13
Texas A&M University invites audiences across Texas, the nation and the world to get up-close and personal with science and technology at the 2024 Physics and Engineering Festival, Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the George P. Mitche Read more
Community invited to celebrate former President George H.W. Bush at 41@100
The centennial countdown is on. The George & Barbara Bush Foundation invite all Bush 41 alumni, Bush Foundation supporters and fellow citizens to join the Bush Family in their celebration honoring the life and legacy of President George H.W. Bush on Read more
Texas A&M University Libraries offer free solar eclipse glasses
A solar eclipse, one of nature’s most impressive displays, will happen on April 8 and Texas A&M University Libraries will distribute a limited amount of free safety glasses to students, faculty and staff. Remember, it is safe to view the eclipse only Read more