Colts win third straight game at home

A passed ball in the bottom of the ninth allowed the San Angelo Colts to win their third straight game to start their final homestand of the season. Cody Hudson scampered home last night to give them a five to four win over the Rio Grande Valley WhiteWings. Steve Rinaudo homered twice for the Colts. The teams play a doubleheader at Foster Field tonight that starts at six-oh-five.

For the third consecutive night, the Texas Rangers ended their game with a home run. This time, Adrian Beltre led off the bottom of the ninth with a homer to give the Rangers a two to one win over the Los Angeles Angels. The Rangers host the Arizona Diamondbacks tonight at six-oh-five.

The Houston Astros had a good night last night. Brett Oberholtzer pitched seven scoreless innings for his first win in the big leagues as the Astros routed the Orioles in Baltimore eleven to nothing. Jason Castro hit a grand slam in the fourth inning. The teams reconvene at Camden Yards tonight at six-oh-five. Before last night's game, the Astros traded pitcher Bud Norris to the Orioles for outfielder L-J Hoes and a minor league prospect.

Colts host RGV tonight

The San Angelo Colts play Game Three of their fifteen-game homestand tonight. They host the Rio Grande Valley WhiteWings at seven-oh-five. The Colts defeated the WhiteWings twice in a doubleheader last night. Before last night's action, the Colts traded shortstop Danny Hernandez to the Southern Illinois Miners of the Frontier League for a player named later.

The Texas Rangers hope for a less dramatic way to win tonight when they host the Los Angeles Angels tonight at seven-oh-five. The Rangers trailed the Angels last night eleven to seven in the bottom of the eighth inning, but they won fourteen to eleven in ten innings.

The Houston Astros just want to win - period. They visit the Baltimore Orioles again tonight at six-oh-five. The Astros led three to nothing in the third inning last night, but the Orioles came from behind to win four to three.

No more Jolly Ranchers for Dallas Cowboys safety Barry Church. He chipped a tooth on one of them a week before reporting to training camp in Oxnard, California. Church says he felt pain off and on, but it really hurt when he woke up Monday morning. He missed a walkthrough and a full practice so he could receive a root canal. Church returned yesterday.

Texas gov calls third special legislative session

The governor has called the legislature into a third special session.

Rick Perry wants lawmakers to address transportation funding after a proposed constitutional amendment stalled.

The House could not muster enough votes to approve an amendment that would divert money from Texas' Rainy Day Fund for highway construction.

If voters approve the amendment next year, then it could free up $840 million annually.

Perry had threatened to call a third extra session.

Investigation continues in Wall killings

More details have surfaced following Sunday's double homicide in Wall.

The Standard-Times reports Tom Green County Sheriff David Jones mentioning the execution of one search warrant with two more on the way. However, Jones has not disclosed their locations or what authorities want to find.

Forty-year-old Brian Berry remains in the county jail on five-hundred-thousand-dollars bail. Jones says he may face more charges besides murder.

Authorities have accused Berry of fatally shooting his estranged wife and her brother. Thirty-six-year-old Keri Berry of Wall and thirty-one-year-old Brandon Block of San Angelo both died at Keri Berry's residence on Susan Peak Road.

Block's twenty-six-year-old wife Susan remains at Shannon Medical Center with gunshot wounds. The newspaper reports her telling a sheriff's office dispatcher that Brian Berry had shot her, her husband, and Berry's wife.

Authorities claim Brian Berry took his two children to their mother that night. Divorce and bankruptcy case files show the Berrys going through a divorce and living apart since May.

Jones says the shooting happened with the children at the residence. He also says Berry left the house with the kids in a Chevrolet Camaro and switched vehicles in Eldorado.

Berry drove a Dodge van and had the children with him when authorities caught him in Andrews County one-hundred-fifty miles away.

Program focuses on small businesses

The Angelo State University · Small Business Development Center will be providing a seminar entitled, “Basics of Business Entities: How to Choose the Right Legal Structure for your Business” Tuesday, August 6, 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Business Resource Center Training Room (69 N. Chadbourne St., San Angelo, TX 76903).



Choosing your legal structure is one of the most important decisions you will make when starting a business. At this seminar you will learn the basics of the different types of legal structures and how you can compare them. We will cover what you need to consider such as liability, taxes, duration, complexity, and costs of the different legal structures to help you make the best decision for your business. Learn how to protect your personal assets and learn the tax and legal attributes of each structure, and much more!



Speaker: Sam Allen, Partner, Jackson Walker, LLP. Sam Allen has been practicing law for over 25 years and specializes in commercial litigation, bankruptcy and insolvency law, commercial transaction, and the organization and sale of businesses, real estate, wealth planning, and probate.



Cost is $10 per person, payable online. Registration is required. To register please call (325) 942-2098 or register on-line at www.sbdc.angelo.edu

ASU Prof to Conduct Band Concert

The San Angelo Community Band will host a concert guest conducted by Dr. Constance Kelley of the Angelo State University music faculty on Tuesday, Aug. 6, in the fellowship hall of Sierra Vista United Methodist Church, 4522 College Hills Blvd.


This final concert of the band’s summer season will begin at 7 p.m. and is open free to the public. The program will include music from the Disney/Pixar animated movie “Up,” as well as “Spitfire!,” “The Thunderer,” “To a Wild Rose” and “Tritsch-Tratsch Polka.” San Angelo’s Donna Fowler and Jake Martin will perform the trumpet-trombone duet “Cousins,” and a display of funicular railways will accompany the final selection,”Funiculi, Funicula.”


Kelley is assistant director of bands and an assistant professor of music at ASU.


The all-volunteer, nonprofit San Angelo Community Band offers a creative outlet for amateur musicians. Its members perform monthly concerts May through August, and for the San Angelo Tree Lighting Ceremony in December.

For more information or to join, go online to www.sanangelocommunityband.org.

Colts begin 15-game homestand tonight

The San Angelo Colts begin their final homestand of the season this evening. The Colts play fifteen in a row at Foster Field. They start with a doubleheader against the Rio Grande Valley WhiteWings. The first of two seven-inning games begins at six-oh-five.

Also in baseball tonight, the Texas Rangers host the Los Angeles Angels at seven-oh-five, and the Houston Astros visit the Baltimore Orioles at six-oh-five.

The Dallas Mavericks have signed rookie point guard Shane Larkin. However, the first-round pick may not take the floor until training camp in October. He still has a broken right ankle. Larkin can make one-point-two-eight-million dollars under the rookie salary scale.

Also in the N-B-A, the Houston Chronicle reports the Houston Rockets have re-signed Marcus Camby for the veteran's minimum of one-point-four-million-dollars.

Former Texas quarterback Connor Brewer has transferred to Arizona. Brewer led an Arizona high school to three straight titles, making himself one of the nation's highest-rated quarterbacks last year.

In the N-F-L, the Houston Chronicle reports the Houston Texans have signed linebacker Joe Mays to a one-year contract for one-million dollars.

UT students "spoof" yacht's GPS

Researchers at the University of Texas have used a custom-made G-P-S device to divert an eighty-million-dollar yacht from its course in the Mediterranean. This has highlighted a potential threat to maritime travel. Graduate students from the Cockrell School of Engineering have led this spoofing effort. They have sent false signals to gain control of the vessel's G-P-S receivers.

Lawmakers do not approve transportation amendment

The state house has failed to approve a constitutional amendment that could have triggered a third special session. The amendment would have increased funding for roads and bridges. The House adjourned plans to return today, the last day of the second special session.

Water board OKs extra wells plan

The San Angelo Water Advisory Board has approved the city council's idea of expanding the Hickory Aquifer well field. If the council gives its blessing a week from today, then construction of five more water wells and one alternate well can proceed. The field above the aquifer near Melvin already has nine wells that can pump six-million galons of water daily. The expansion can increase that number to nine-million. The pipeline can handle ten-point-seven. The addition may cost seven-point-five-seven-million dollars. The Standard Times reports water utilities director Ricky Dickson saying the cost of sinking the nine wells under the orginla bid came in below estimates, so the total project cost falls withing the Texas Water Development Board loan for the pipeline.

TxDot, TCEQ launch "Drive Clean Across Texas"

TxDot has partneried with T-C-E-Q to launch Drive Clean Across Texas. The groups want the clean air campaign to show several low-cost and free changes people can make to keep the air clean. These include checking tire pressure and receiving regular tune-ups. Officials say these things not only keep emissions low, but they also save people money at the pump.

Wall man charged after his wife, her brother slain

A Wall man remains held with bond set at a half-million dollars. Authorities have charged Brian Berry with murder following the shooting deaths of his estranged wife and her brother. Berry's sister-in-law remains in critical condition. Tom Green County Sheriff David Jones says deputies Sunday night responded to a domestic disturbance at Berry's former home. Jones says both thirty-six-year-old Keri Berry of Wall and thirty-one-year-old Brandon Block of San Angelo died. Keri Berry lived at that residence. Jones has identified the person hospitalized in the shooting as Block's wife, twenty-six-year-old Susan. Authorities caught up with Berry during a traffic stop one-hundred-seventy miles away in Andrews. He had his seven-year-old daughter and nine-year-old son with him, unharmed. Officials had issued an Amber Alert for them.

Second phase of construction begins at airport

The terminal renovation at San Angelo Regional Airport has moved to its second phase.

Officials have now seen the results of the first phase of construction at Mathis Field.

Following improvements to the lobby and TSA screening areas, construction focuses on expanding the rental car and baggage area.

The next phase also pertains to the outside of the northern part of the front of the building, as well as the northern part of the streets and parking lots.

Work during this second phase may finish in November.

Miracle Treat Day Aug. 8

Dairy Queen holds Miracle Treat Day on August 8th.

The restaurant chain donates one dollar for every Blizzard it sells.

Concho Valley stores participating include the ones in San Angelo, Sterling City, Sonora, Ozona and Junction.

Applications available for Leadership San Angelo

San Angelo's chamber of commerce continues accepting applications for Leadership San Angelo.

Those who wish to participate can visit the Web site www.sanangelo.org.

People can request applications by scrolling over Chamber of Commerce on the left side of the home page and clicking on Leadership San Angelo.

Application packets mail out next month, with announcements of class selection in September.

San Angelo had water main break Saturday

Officials in San Angelo say the city lost a lot of water Saturday.

They say a water main break in the middle of the city caused the loss.

Crews could not find the valve right away to cut off the water in the line that broke. It took them eleven hours to fix the six-foot break and restore water to customers in the immediate area.

Amber Alert canceled; shooting suspect in custody

A Wall man is in custody and an Amber Alert for two missing children was canceled late Sunday evening following a shooting incident that left two dead and one in critical condition.

Brian Jones Berry, 40, of Wall was arrested late Sunday in Andrews County, a dispatcher from Andrews County Sheriff’s Office said. Berry was in custody and the two children were OK, according to a notification from the San Angelo Police Department.

Berry was named the suspect of a shooting incident that happened about 6 p.m. Sunday in Wall. The two children, a 7-year-old girl and 9-year-old boy, were Berry’s children.

Initially the sheriff’s office was dispatched to the Wall residence at 6 p.m. for a domestic disturbance. Two people were killed and another was transported via AirMed1 to Shannon Medical Center where the shooting victim was listed as critical condition, Tom Green County Sheriff David Jones said.

The identities of the two victims and one injured are not being released because this is an ongoing criminal investigation, Jones said.

Deputies stood by at the scene as police tape was used to cordon off the front yard around the porch of the residence. Authorities were making observations to a man’s dead body lying on the porch hours after the incident. At about 10:15 p.m. a body was transported away, followed minutes later by a second one.

Bright lights were set up at the scene, and the Texas Department of Public Safety troopers and Texas Rangers assisted the sheriff’s department.

Colts end six-game skid

The San Angelo Colts snapped their longest losing streak of the season last night. They won at Edinburg Baseball Stadium five to two over the Roadrunners. The Roadrunners led two to nothing in the first inning, but the Colts kept them from scoring for the rest of the game. Eric Sheridan only allowed three Roadrunners to reach base between the third and eighth innings.

The Texas Rangers had a tough day in Cleveland yesterday. They only managed two hits as they lost to the Indians six to nothing. Alexi Ogando only gave up one run, but he did not make it out of the fifth inning. The Indians scored three runs off of Robbie Ross in the sixth to pull away from the Rangers. The Rangers host the Los Angeles Angels tonight at six-oh-five.

The Houston Astros also had a tough day yesterday. Their troubles, though, proved more dramatic north of the other border. Colby Rasmus singled home the winning run in the ninth to lead the Toronto Blue Jays to victory two to one. Jarred Cosart pitched well for six innings for the Astros. Brett Wallace homered in the fourth to account for the team's only run.

Gas price update

Earlier this week, gasoline prices were soaring but, as we head into the weekend, they have stabilized, at least for the moment. Triple-A reports the average statewide price in Texas for a gallon of regular is three dollars, 53 cents today--that's actually down by one cent since a week ago. And, according to Gas-Buddy-dot-com, the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-38 to three-61 a gallon.

Powerball tomorrow night

The latest Powerball jackpot remains at 196-million dollars with the cash option valued at 114-point-six million. The next drawing comes up tomorrow night. Powerball is played in Texas and 42 other states plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Concho Valley Farmers Market

The Concho Valley Farmers Market holds sales of fresh produce three times a week and will be open again tomorrow morning at the Farmers Market Pavilion. That's at 609 South Oakes. The market starts at 7 AM and runs until noon. It features vendors from a 75 mile radius around San Angelo, offering locally grown fruits, vegetables, and plants. Earlier this month, canteloupe and watermelon were added.

National Cowboy Day

Tomorrow is National Cowboy Day and Fort Concho National Historic Landmark will be celebrating. Starting at 8 AM, the fort will present a classic chuckwagon breakfast and entertainment in the Barracks 5-6 Courtyard off Henry O. Flipper Street. Tickets are 10 dollars at the gate; nine dollars in advance eight dollars for Fort Concho members.Guests can purchase tickets at the fort's Barracks 1 Visitor Center or from Fiddle Fire Chuckwagon and Catering at the Farmers Market on South Oakes Street across from Fort Concho tomorrow morning.

Water usage update

Rainfall continues to lag behind last year's total but so does water usage in San Angelo. On Wednesday, the city used 11-point-one million gallons of water. That compares to 17-point-four million on the same date in 2012.

Love Municipal Pool

If you're looking for a way to cool off this summer, the city of San Angelo reminds you that the Love Municipal Pool offers public swimming from noon to 6 PM daily. It's located at 18 East Avenue A. Admission is five dollars for ages three to 64, free for children two and younger, and three dollars for seniors 65 and older.

99-year sentence

A San Angelo man is facing 99 years in prison. 44-year-old Johnny Ferris was sentenced folloiwng a two-day trial. Ferris was arested last December after leading police on a chase through downtown San Angelo folloiwng a domestic disturbance. It came out during the trial that Ferris had been sent to prison three times before on felony convictions.

Powerball drawing

No one matched all six numbers in last night's Powerball drawing and the jackpot is now worth 196-million dollars. The cash option is 114-point-six million. The latest numbers were 9-29-40-44-54 with the Powerball of 7. The next drawing is Saturday night.

Water usage update

San Angelo's rainfall totals are more than two inches less than this time a year ago, yet the city continues to conserve water. On Tuesday, San Angelo used 10-point-three million gallons of water, a huge decrease from last year's total of 18 and a half million gallons.

ASU passes fundraising goal

In the first fund-raising campaign in the school's 85-year-history,, Angelo State University surpassed its goal of 35-million dollars. ASU President Brian May announced the successful conclusion of the "Campaign for Angelo State University," which had received more than 35-point-five million dollars in in donations by the end of June, two months before the fund-raising effort was scheduled to end. May said the supporters' "generosity will touch ASU students for generations to come."

Missing teen located

A critically missing teenager with autism who was reported missing Monday evening from a southwest San Angelo neighborhood was located safe Tuesday evening. 17-year-old David Morgan had been last seen walking on Sunset Drive towards the Sunset Mall. San Angelo police sent out a Nixle alert which prompted a couple who knew Morgan to look for him and they found him walking on Huneysuckle Lane, which is where he lives. They notified an officer who confirmed that Morgan had indeed returned safely.

Oil boom forum

A public forum to discuss the impact of the oil boom on the local rental housing market is coming up next week and the public is welcome to attend. It will be hosted by San Angelo Rental Housing Mediation Services, a partnership program between the city and Angelo State University. The forum is scheduled for next Thursday, August 1st, from 4 to 6 PM on the third floor of the Tom Green County Library on West Beauregard. Topics will include

ASU theatre production

University Theatre at Angelo State University will continue its current season with the dinner theatre production of the comedy "The Fox on the Fairway." It begins next Thursday, August 1st, with shows over two weekends in the ASU Modular Theatre.

Powerball drawing tonight

The next Powerball drawing is tonight. There was no jackpot winner in the weekend drawing and the prize has rolled over to 166-million dollars with a cash value of 97-point-one million dollars. Powerball is played in Texas and 42 other states, plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Truck crash

If you were caught in a traffic jam on Highway 67 north of San Angelo early Tuesday afternoon, here's why. A utility delivery truck driven by a 45-year-old Grapevine man crashed into the rear of a Chevrolet flat-bed truck driven by a 49-year-old Odessa man. The collision occurred near Douglas Loop. Both drivers were transported to Shannon Medical Center for treatment of non-incapacitating injuries.

Music in the Park

The 8th Annual Music in the Park event is coming up this Sunday night from seven to nine at Santa Rita Park. The public is invited to enjoy music from the 60s and 70s by Psychedlic Highway and hot dogs served by new San Angelo Mayor Dwain Morrison. There will also be books with the event being sponsored by the Adult Literacy Council.

Water usage update

San Angelo continues to conserve water. The latest figures are from Monday, when the city used 10 and a half million gallons of water compared to 17-point-seven million on the same date last year.

Robbery arrest

A San Angelo man has been arrested in connection with a robbery that occurred at a downtown area bar last Thursday evening. After being identified in surveillance video, 28-year-old Joe Anthony Dill, AKA Castro, was found at a residence in the 100 block of North Malone Street on Saturday. Dill allegedly went to the Office Bar on East Concho and was seen stealing money from a tip jar. When asked to stop, he reportedly began throwing furniture and demanded money from an employee. Appearing to be armed, police say Dill took the employee's wallet and fled. No one was injured.

ASU great place to work

Angelo State University has been named one of the "Great Colleges to Work For" for 2013 by the Chronicle of Higher Education, the major national news source for college and university faculty and administrators. ASU was one of 97 institutions of higher education so recognized nationally by the Chronicle, which surveyed employee job satisfaction in 12 categories. Angelo State President Brian May said, "This honor reaffirms what we have long known, that ASU is not only a great place to get a college education but also a great place to work."

Legislative summit

The San Angelo Chamber of Commerce holds its annual West Texas Legislative Summit in a couple of weeks. It's scheduled for Thursday, August 8th from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m at the C.J Davidson Center on the Angelo State University Campus. Immigration issues will be discussed at lunch during a a Legislative Update by State Senator Robert Duncan and State Representative Drew Darby. For more information call the Chamber.

Darby guest speaker

The Concho Valley Republican Women's Club welcomes a special guest to its monthly meeting. Local State Representative Drew Darby will speak on Thursday at a luncheon scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the San Angelo Country Club. Darby's topics are expected to include funding for west Texas roads and the state's new abortion law. The event is free, unless you want lunch, which is 15 dollars.

Water usage update

San Angelo's water usage continues to run well below last year. On Sunday, the city used 11 and a half million gallons of water compared to 17-point-three million on the same date in 2012.

ASU adviser published

An academic advisor in Angelo State University's Freshman College, will have a book review published in a national publication. Carol Antill reviewed the book "Moonwalking with Einstein: the Art and Science of Remembering Everything," which primarily deals with the rationale and importance for students to have the ability to memorize. It will appear in the upcoming fall issue of the National Academic Advising Association journal.

Wanted man sought

San Angelo police and Crime Stoppers are asking for the public's help in locating a wanted sex offender. Arthur Martinez DeLapena Junior was reportedly seen recently in Abilene. DeLapena is wanted in Tom Green County for failing to register as a sex offender and violating probation. He is 5-5, 185 to 200 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes and a tattoo on the bottom of his right calf. If you know anything, you can call Crime Stoppers at 658-HELP. You can also text a tip to the number corresponding to the word "CRIMES" or go online to the Crime Stoppers website.

Hazardous weather outlook

The National Weather Service at San Angelo has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of west central Texas, including the Concho Valley. Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible today, mainly south of a line from Sterling City to Abilene to Putnam. Brief heavy rainfall and dangerous cloud to ground lightning will be the main hazards.

Water usage update

San Angelo continued to conserve water over the weekend. On Saturday, the city used 12 million gallons of water compared to 12-point-eight milllion gallons on the same date last year. On Friday, usage was at 10-point-six million, down from 12-point-eight million.

T-shirt contest winner

San Angelo police have announced the winner of the contest to design a t-shirt for the first annual Anti-Billy 5K Run and One-mile Walk event scheduled for October 26th. The department received sisigns from as far away as California and Maryland but the winner was Amy Zubak from San Angelo. You can find a link to register for the event on the San Angelo police Facebook page.

Hit and run suspect sought

The San Angelo Police Department is asking for help in locating and identifying a Hit and Run Suspect. The crash occurred on last Wednesday night just before nine at the Cork and Pig Tavern on Knickerbocker Road. The suspect vehicle is described as a 2006 to 2009 dark gray colored Dodge truck with tinted windows, 20-inch chrome wheels, and multiple stickers on the back window. The driver was described as being a white male, 50-65 years of age, and bald. Anonymous tips can be sent through SAPD’s 24 hour Tip Hotline 855-TIPS-247.

New ASU Air Force commander

There's a new commander of Angelo State University's Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 847. Lieutenant Colonel Pedro Matos is the senior Air Force officer on campus and is reponsible for recruiting, training, motivating and educating Air Force officer candidates. Matos replaces the recently re-assigned Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Magnan.

Hillside Drive reopened

Repair work on Hillside Drive continues although the road was fully reopened to vehicular and foot traffic on Friday. A storm drain culvert on the northeast corner of Hillside's two-mile loop was fixed last week and, this week, city of San Angelo crews will pave over a cut in the roadway that was necessitated by the repairs. The pipe will then be stabilized with concrete. Any further street closures should last only a short time.

Powerball jackpot rolls over

There was no winner of the Powerball jackpot in Saturday night's drawing, so it has rolled over and is now estimated at 166 million dollars with a cash value of 97-point-one million. The winning numbers were 14-25-27-38-58 and the Powerball 6. The next drawing is Wednesday night. Powerball is played in Texas and 42 other states plus the District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Gas prices still soaring

Triple-A reports that retail gas prices jumped again last week and the upward trend could continue until mid-September. A jump in fuel demand, decreases in oil inventories and tensions in the Mideast combined to push crude oil prices to a 16-month high. The statewide average price of regular in Texas is three-54 a gallon, up seven cents from a week ago. According to gas-buddy-dot-com, the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-40 to three-59 a gallon.

Gov. signs abortion bill into law

The state senator who staged a marathon filibuster calls sweeping new restrictions on abortion "a clear break with Texas families."

Fort Worth Democrat Wendy Davis went on for 12 hours last month to help derail an omnibus abortion bill.

The governor called lawmakers back to finish the job and signed the measure into law yesterday.

County seeks worker raises

Tom Green County's commissioners court has suggested county employees and elected officials receive raises.

The Standard-Times reports law enforcement workers would receive a five-percent salary increase, and all other positions would receive upticks of 3.5 percent.

The county employs 520 people.

The financial impact for employee raises totals $944,896. County auditor Nathan Cradduck tells the newspaper that the impact for elected officials adds up to $121,082.

Employees who have spent three years with the county also receive longevity increases. In previous years, longevity raises have come to workers who have spent five years.

The county commissioners can approve these raises when it meets July 30.

Angelo State professor authors study on cultural identity

An Angelo State professor has authored a study showing African-American students at primarily white universities fear losing their cultural identity.

Jake Simmons says data reveals major challenges as black students feel tension between integrating into what he calls the dominant culture while honoring their own culture.

The study has published over the Internet in the National Communication Association's journal Communication Education.

Simmons and his colleague report that some of the 67 black students surveyed at three major universities said they felt they could not survive in the white world without altering their language or culture. He says the students found this change undesirable.

Surveyed students also reported feeling different from their white peers in thought, language, dress, classroom behavior and socializing. Simmons says this suggests that these black students “see themselves as cultural visitors.”

Police to help Special Olympics at Texas Roadhouse

Texas Roadhouse in San Angelo has again come together with law enforcement to benefit Special Olympics Texas.

Officers once more help serve patrons at next Thursday's Tip-A-Cop. They hope to collect donations for the organization.

The statewide effort includes other Texas Roadhouse restaurants that night. The event runs Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.

San Angelo health offices closed one more day today

San Angelo health officials continue helping the state with free S-T-D testing. As a result, the San Angelo-Tom Green County Health Department's offices remain closed today. A free clinic testing for S-T-Ds takes place today from eleven to one at the Salvation Army Red Shield Lodge on Second Street in San Angelo. The tests simply require small blood and urine samples. The health department's offices reopen Monday.

Rain beats Colts again, MLB resumes tonight

In sports, you often see streaks. This one, however, has turned into a nuisance. For the fourth consecutive time, rain has prevented the San Angelo Colts from taking the field. The Colts and Edinburg Roadrunners had a doubleheader planned for yesterday. Now the teams have one this evening. The first of two seven-inning games begins at six-oh-five at Foster Field. Colts general manager Dave Kost says the forecast finally looks like a dry one today. He says he never would have dreamt of four consecutive rainouts, but it appears the teams can play three out of the four games of this series today and tomorrow.

The Texas Rangers host the Baltimore Orioles tonight for the first time since the Orioles eliminated the Rangers from the playoffs last year. The second half of the season begins tonight in Arlington at seven-oh-five. The Rangers trail the Oakland Athletics by two games for first place in the American League west.

The Houston Astros tonight welcome the Seattle Mariners following the All-Star break. This game begins at Minute Maid Park at seven-ten. The Astros hope for a better second half than the first. They have the worst record in Major League Baseball.

Hazardous weather outlook

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for an area of west central Texas that includes the Concho Valley. A few areas of locally heavy rainfall are possible today and isolated thunderstorms mainly in the mid to late afternoon could produce dangerous cloud to ground lightning. Otherwise...

Water usage update

In the wake of much rainfall, San Angelo's water usage was way down on Tuesday. The city used used 10-point-nine million gallons of water compared to 16-point-nine million gallons on the same date last year.

Powerball jackpot

The Powerball jackpot is now an estimated 141-million dollars after there was no winner in last night's drawing. The cash option is worth almost 82-million dollars. The numbers are 1-22-34-38-42 with the Powerball of 17. The next drawing is Saturday night. Powerball is played in Texas and 42 other states, plus Washington, DC and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Gas prices still up

You might have noticed if you've filled up in the past few days; the price of gas has been going up steadily since the Fourth of July weekend. Here's a midweek check: Triple-A says the nationwide average price of regular today is three dollars 66 cents a gallon--that's up by 15 cents from a week ago. The statewide average in Texas is three-53, up 16 cents. According to gas-buddy-dot-com, the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-45 to three-69 a gallon.

Trucking company seminar

So You Want to Start a Trucking Company? If you do, you might want to attend a seminar by that same name this evening. It's presented by the Angelo State University Small Business Development Center and it runs from 6 to 8:30 PM at the Business Resource Center training room on North Chadboune Street. Registration costs 10 dollars and you can do so and find out more information at s-b-d-c-dot-angelo-dot-edu.

Hazardous weather outlook

Portions of West Central Texas, including the Concho Valley, are under a hazardous weather outlook. The National Weather Service at San Angelo says scattered thunderstorms will continue through tonight. Although widespread rainfall is not likely, each of these storms could produce brief, locally heavy rainfall and the potential for localized flooding of low-lying areas.

Water usage update

Here's the latest San Angelo water-usage update: On Monday, San Angelo used 13-point-six million gallons of water compared to 14-point-four million on the same day last year. The city is hoping that this week's rainfall will cause usage to plummet and supply to skyrocket.

ASU theater production

University Theatre at Angelo State University will continue its 2013-2014 season with the dinner theatre production of "The Fox on the Fairway," described as a madcap comedy about romance, life and man's eternal love affair with … golf." It begins Thursday, August 1st, with shows over two weekends in the ASU Modular Theatre. Tickets are 12.50 for ASU students and ASU activity card holders, 15 dollars for non-ASU students and Arts at ASU subscribers, and 20 dollars general admission.

Tuesday morning crash

Just after seven o'clock Tuesday morning, San Angelo Police were dispatched to the scene of a one-vehicle crash in the eastbound lane of the 2700 block of West Houston Harte. The crash caused traffic delays on the loop for over an hour. Police say a 46-year-old San Angelo resident was traveling east on the loop when his 2004 Dodge Ram pickup went into a skid, causing it to leave the roadway and crash into a light pole and cable barrier. The driver, who was not injured, told police the accident was caused by wet road conditions. The investigating officer also listed unsafe speed as a factor. No citations were immediately issued.

Water usage update

San Angelo continued saving water on Sunday, using 15-point-seven million gallons of water compared to 16-point-two million on the same date last year.

City Council meeting

Among the items on the San Angelo City Council's agenda for today are drought restrictions and other water issues, river improvements, Avenue P drainage, and the coming year's budget. You can find a link to the full agenda on the city's Facebook page. The meeting begins at nine AM at the Convention Center and is open to the public.

ASU DC intern

A senior at Angelo State University, has been selected as the first participant in the ASU Department of Political Science and Philosophy's new Government and Public Service Internship Program in Washington, D.C. A political science major from San Antonio, Charles "Chase" Sauvage will spend the upcoming fall semester working as an intern for a member of the U.S. Congress. He will stay at the Texas Tech House and receive an eight-thousand dollar ASU scholarship to help defray the costs of living in the nation's capitol.

STD testing

The San Angelo-Tom Green County Health Department will be assisting state health officials in two free local clinics this week to test for sexually transmitted diseases. Sponsored by the Texas Department of State Health Services, the community outreach activities will provide free and confidential testing for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia. Each day of public testing will occur at the Salvation Army Red Shield Lodge, at 122 West 2nd Street. Testing will take place tomorrow from 11 AM to 1 PM and from 4 PM to 7:30 PM and on Friday from 11 AM to 1 PM.

Shannon is Mother-Friendly

Like a number of other businesses in the state, Shannon Medical Center has been designated as a Texas Mother-Friendly Worksite. The Mother-Friendly Worksite program was created by the state legislature in 1995. It recognizes employers who proactively support employees who choose to breastfeed their infants by providing time, space, and other supports to maintain breastfeeding after returning to work.

Burglary arrest

A report of suspicious activity brought San Angelo police to a residence in the 900 block of East 37th on Saturday afternoon. They found a blue Chevy truck that turned out to have been stolen from South David Street earlier in the day. They also found a man identified as 35-year-old Brandon Altman of San Angelo, who was allegedly removing property from the location. Altman told police that he had permission to use the truck and that he had permission to remove the property but both claims were denied by the respective owners. Altman was arrested and charged with burglary of a building and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Truck vs pedestrian

A truck hit a female pedestrian in San Angelo Friday night but the driver was not cited. The 40-year-old woman was transported to Shannon Medical Center with non-incapacitating injuries and has since been released. Police say the driver, a 59-year-old San Angelo man was southbound on North Bell Street near Spaulding, and says he did not see the woman until just before the collision. That was corroborated by a witness. It was determined the driver was not intoxicated and no citations were issued.

Flash flood watch

The National Weather Service at San Angelo says a flash flood watch remains in effect through this evening for areas north of a line from Ozona to Brady. Widespread rainfall amounts of one to three inches are expected across the watch area with isolated amounts near five inches possible generally along an d north of a line from Sterling City to Ballinger to Brownwood.

Gas prices up

Similar to the past two years, Triple-A says retail gas prices are headed back up following Independence Day weekend. Tensions in Egypt along with positive economic news and a decrease in oil supplies pushed crude oil prices beyond a 12-month high. The national average price of regular is three-60 a gallon, 13 cents more than a week ago. The Texas average of three-47 is up 15 cents. Gas-buddy-dot-com reports the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-39 to three-59 a gallon.

DREAM t-shirt contest

A reminder from the San Angelo Police Department's DREAM officers: today is final day to come up with a T-shirt logo for the 1st Annual Anti-Bully Run/Walk event scheduled for October 26th. The contest is open to ages 12 and older. The deadline is 9 PM. Find out more on the San Angelo police Facebook page.

Drowning victim

On Friday, just after noon, San Angelo fire department responded to a report of a swimmer needing assistance at the Horseshoe area of Lake Nasworthy. After fire department personnel were unable to locate the swimmer, the police department's lake Ranger division began to search the area with sonar and dredging type equipment utilizing watercraft. After an hour and a half, the body of 17-year-old LaQuillan Jason Roberts was found.

Stolen items found

Last Wednesday afternoon, San Angelo police observed a suspicious vehicle with three people inside near Houston and Howard. The driver was then seen violating two traffic laws and the Ford pickup was pulled over. A search turned up several items, including tool boxes and metal pipes, that turned out to be connected to recent theft and burglary cases in the city. Arrested on various charges were the driver, a 16-year-old male, 19-year-old Vanessa Solis and 18-year-old Manuel Vasquez, all from San Angelo.

Stolen vehicle, arrest

A caller's report of hearing glass breaking brought San Angelo police to the 11-hundred block of East 21st Street last Thursday evening. Officers found one man inside the residence and a Chevy Silverado pickup truck parked in the backyard. A check revealed that the truck's plates were stolen out of Midland and the truck itself had been stolen from Odessa. The man, identified as 30-year-old Modesto Resendez of San Angelo, claimed the vehicle was not his and he did not know it was stolen but keys found in the residence and other evidence indicated otherwise. Police also say Resendez did not have consent to be in the residence. He was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and criminal trespass.

Water usage update

San Angelo continues to conserve water. The city used 12 and a half million gallons of water on Wednesday, compared to 14-point-nine million on the same date last year.

Shannon reaccreditation

Shannon Clinic received national reaccreditation in Echocardiography by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. The three-year certification was granted in the area of Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography, which makes possible early detection of life-threatening heart disorders. Accreditation by the IAC means Shannon Clinic has undergone a thorough review of its operational and technical components by a panel of experts.

Shannon official honored

Recognition for an official at Shannon Medical Center: Dr. Irv Zeitler, vice president of medical affairs, has received "The Public Service Award" from the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association. Dr. Zeitler is a board certified family practice physician and serves as president of the Texas Medical Board. The award is presented annually to state officials whose work and accomplishments are outstanding in promoting healthcare needs of the state of Texas while recognizing the unique value of the osteopathic philosophy.

Juvenile burglary suspects

Early Wednesday morning, San Angelo Police were dispatched to the 41-hundred block of West Loop 306, where suspicious subjects were reportedly looking into vehicle windows. Upon arrival, officers found three juvenile males, one of whom was inside a 2009 Hyundai Sonata, that turned out to be stolen. Items were found in the car that police believe were also stolen and they are investigating several vehicle burglaries that might be related to this incident. The three juveniles, two 15-year-olds and a 16-year-old, are charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

Hickory pipeline testing

The 62-mile pipeline from the Hickory Aquifer is complete and testing of the first 36 miles of the transmission main has proven successful. The testing is expected to be concluded in the coming weeks. Bids were opened July 2nd for construction of a groundwater treatment facility to treat the Hickory's water, with the low bid totaling just over 27 million dollars - nearly two million less than the project's 29 million dollar projected cost. That facility is expected to come online in the fall of 2014.

Car accident injures two

Emergency workers had to cut a driver out of his car after a collision in San Angelo Wednesday afternoon. Police say the man was driving his car east on Avenue L and collided with a car southbound on south Jackson. Traffic was held up for about an hour. Both drivers went to hospitals but their injuries appeared to be non-life threatening. The crash is under investigation.

New finance director

The city of San Angelo is welcoming its new finance director. Tina Bunnell, a Certified Public Accountant, officially joined the city July 1st. Bunneull will oversee the Finance Department’s five divisions and the City’s 134 million dollar budget. She previously was a senior accountant at Eckert and Company, a local firm where she managed a team that audits municipalities, counties and school districts.

Water usage update

The latest update on water usage in San Angelo finds it still running below levels of aq year ago. On Tuesday, San Angelo used 12-point-six million gallons of water compared to 14-point-eight million gallons on the same date last year. As the city continues under Drought Level Two, officials urge you to--quote--"Do your part; be water smart!"

Shooting investigation

A possible shooting in San Angelo Tuesday night is under investigation. At around 7 PM, police were dispatched to the Nueva Vista Apartments at 2401 Lillie Street to investigate a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located evidence that a shooting may have occurred. San Angelo police say more information will be released when it becomes available.

Irrigation system test

If you see the irrigation system at Santa Fe Golf Course turned on today and tomorrow, it's just a test and the city is aware of it. The evaluation is being necessitated by concerns with the irrigation system's operability. The Water Utilities Department and the Code Compliance Division - the latter of which polices watering violations - have been alerted about the testing, which at times will force sprinklers to run during prohibited hours.

Fireworks citations down

San Angelo residents did a better job of obeying fireworks laws this year compared to last year. Police say that, during the first week of July last year, they issued 24 citations for illegal possession and use of fireworks within the city limits. This year, they only handed out eight citations.

Water usage update

The city of San Angelo saved two-point-three million gallons of water on Monday, compared to the same date last year. San Angelo used 15-point-two million gallons of water compared to 17-point-five million a year ago. Remember, drought level two watering restrictions continue.

Flag football registration

Youth flag football registration is under way in the offices of the San Angelo Recreation Division at 702 South Chadbourne, from 8 AM to 5 PM weekdays. The cost is 60 dollars per player or 450 dollars per team, including jerseys. For more information, call or stop by the Rec offices. The deadline to register is August 23rd.

Bishop to meet pope

The bishop of the San Angelo Catholic Diocese is going to meet the pope. It will be the first time that Bishop Michael Pfeifer will meet Pope Francis and it will happen later later this month at "World Youth Day" in Rio de Janeiro. The event is expected to attract more than two million people.

Water update

As San Angelo continues under the restrictions of Drought Level Two, the city is still saving water. On Sunday, San Angelo used 14-point-nine million gallons of water compared to 16-point-seven million gallons on the same date last year.

Drought landscaping seminar

Concho Valley Master Gardeners will offer a “911 Landscaping in Drought Conditions” seminar later this month. Attendees will learn how to create a beautiful landscape that requires minimal water. The seminar will be open to the public and free from 8:30 AM to noon July 20th at the Tom Green County 4-H Center on U.S. Highway 67 North. To register, contact the Extension Office.

Melons at Farmer's Market

It's a sign of summer: melons are making their debut at the Concho Valley Farmers Market this morning. Farmers Market President Margie Jackson reports the crops of cantaloupe and red- and yellow-meat watermelons are “extra sweet and fresh” … and, of course, locally grown. The market sells fresh produce from 7 AM until noon each Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (until the first fall freeze) under the Farmers Market Pavilion at 609 South Oakes Street, across from Fort Concho.

Police dogs retire

On Monday, the San Angelo Police Department announced the recent retirement of two Police Service Dogs from its ranks. Considered “Dual Purpose Dogs”, Pepper and Reno were trained in patrol work, tracking, and narcotics interdiction. After tenures of eight and a half and nine and a half years and over 440 arrests, Pepper and Reno have traded their badges for a well-deserved life of leisure. The dogs are both Belgian Malinois imported from Holland. They'll now live at the homes of their respective handlers.

T-shirt contest

A reminder from the San Angelo Police Department's DREAM officers: the deadline is approaching to come up with a T-shirt logo for the 1st Annual Anti-Bully Run/Walk event scheduled for October 26th. The contest is open to ages 12 and older. Contest ends next Monday at 9 PM. Find out more on the San Angelo police Facebook page.

Fort celebrates Cowboy Day

Saturday, July 27th, is National Cowboy Day and Fort Concho National Historic Landmark will be celebrating. Starting at 8 AM, the fort will present a classic chuckwagon breakfast and entertainment in the Barracks 5-6 Courtyard off Henry O. Flipper Street. Tickets are 10 dollars at the gate; nine dollars in advance eight dollars for Fort Concho members.Guests can purchase tickets at the fort's Barracks 1 Visitor Center or from Fiddle Fire Chuckwagon and Catering at the Farmers Market on South Oakes Street across from Fort Concho on Saturday mornings.

Hazardous weather outlook

The National Weather Service at San Angelo has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of west central Texas, including the Concho Valley. A few thunderstorms will be possible today, most likely along and south of a line from Ozona, to Eldorado, to Richland Springs. A few of the storms could be strong with gusty winds and locally heavy rainfall.

Water usage still down

San Angelo's water conservation efforts seem to be paying off. The latest figures come from last Friday and Saturday, on which the city used 15 and a half million gallons each day. That's down from 18-point-six million and 16-point-seven million on the same dates last year. San Angelo continues under Drought Level Two.

Caregivers United speaker

"Strokes: What Are the Warning Signs?" is the topic of a presentation this week sponsored by Caregivers United. Maegin Carlile, Shannon Clinic and Nurse Practitioner for the Baptist Retirement Community, will speak Thursday at 11:45 AM at the Concho Valley Area Agency on Aging. That's at 2801 West Loop 306, Suite A, in San Angelo. Seating is limited; you're asked to RSVP by tomorrow.

Local bank phishing scam

Customers of a San Angelo bank were the target of a July 4th phishing scam--that's phishing spelled with a "ph." 1st Community Federal Credit Union issued this warning: Members and non-members of 1st Community are receiving text messages telling them their debit card has been blocked and in order to unlock their card they must enter their card information on the screen. DO NOT enter any information! Financial institutions already have all your information and would never request you to enter your information. If you did respond to the text with your information, please call 325-653-1465 and listen to the prompts so you can report this fraud on your card. Again, that's 325-653-1465.

Gas price update

Gas prices fell during the busiest summer holiday weekend. But Triple-A says that trend is not expected to continue; unrest in Egypt, increased fuel demand and a jump in US payrolls are helping to push oil prices higher. The national average price of regular gas is three-47 a gallon, two cents less than last week. The statewide average in Texas is three-33, also down two cents. Gas-buddy-dot-com reports the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-23 to three-37 a gallon.

Holiday gas prices

The price of gas is looking pretty good for people looking to travel in Texas as the long holiday weekend continues. According to Triple-A, the statewide average for a gallon of regular is at three-33, down four cents from a week ago, and 14 cents under the national average of three-47. A check of gas-buddy-dot-com finds the price of regular gas in San Angelo ranges from three-20 to three-37 a gallon.

City reopens

City of San Angelo offices got the day off for the Fourth of July; they will be back open today. In addition, residential trash pickup and landfill operations resume today. Thursday's trash customers will next receive service on Monday.

Water usage update

As San Angelo continues under Drought Level Two, the city is conserving water. Wednesday, San Angelo used 10 million gallons of water compared to 17-point-four million on the same date last year. That's the biggest difference to date this year. Remember, under Drought Level Two, watering is restricted to no more than one inch once a week.

Drive safely

The San Angelo Police Department is reminding motorists to drive safely by paying special attention to officers on the roads and following other common-sense traffic safety measures this 4th of July Holiday. In addition to doing the obvious things—not speeding or driving impaired—drivers need to be especially mindful of officers who will be out enforcing traffic laws. Watch officers’ hands as they direct traffic and listen for whistles or other audible signals from officers on how to proceed. And, if you see an emergency vehicle stopped by the side of the road, slow down and safely move over one lane if possible.

Hazardous weather outlook

The National Weather Service at San Angelo has issued a hazardous weather outlook for an area of west central Texas including the Concho Valley. There is a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms today, mainly along and west of a line from Throckmorton to Menard to Junction. The main hazard will be dangerous cloud to ground lightning.

Tipsy Tow

Triple-A Texas urges those who celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends to designate a sober driver and reminds motorists about its free Tipsy Tow program during the holiday. The community service that aims to keep drinking drivers off the road is available through midnight tonight. Motorists, bartenders, restaurant managers, party hosts or passengers of a drinking driver may call 1-800-222-4357 or 1-800-AAA-HELP for a free tow home of up to 10 miles.

Fireworks safety

On this 4th of July, the San Angelo Fire Marshall's Office reminds you that firework safety, or lack of it, is a big problem. The Consumer Product Safety Commission says there are some nine-thousand to 10-thousand people treated each year for firework-related injuries. A majority of these injuries could have been prevented by using safety measures when handling fireworks. Possessing or using fireworks within five-thousand feet of and inside the San Angelo city limits is a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a maximum fine of two-thousand dollars. For families who purchase and ignite fireworks outside the restricted zone, Fire Marshal Ross Coleman offers firework safety tips on the San Angelo/Tom Green County Emergency Management Facebook page.

Water usage update

The city says water conservation efforts are paying off. On Tuesday, San Angelo used 13-point-eight million gallons of water compared to 16 million on the same date last year. Drought Level Two watering restrictions continue; watering is allowed only once a week and no more than one inch.

Hillside Drive closing

A portion of Hillside Drive, a popular route for runners, joggers and walkers adjacent to Lake Nasworthy, will be closed for about one week beginning a week from Monday, July 15th, to repair a storm drain culvert that is failing under the roadway. Also known as the “KOA” running route, Hillside will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic from just beyond the KOA campground on the hill’s east side to its northeast corner. Walkers and runners are advised to avoid the area until the project is completed. Again, that will start July 15th.

Holiday gun safety

The San Angelo Police Department reminds all citizens to celebrate Independence Day safely. Celebratory gunfire remains a problem in many cities, especially during the holiday season, and sadly, it can often have tragic results when innocent people are hit by the bullets and injured or killed. The reality is that any bullet discharged from a gun, even into the sky, must land at some location. During this July 4th Holiday, remember that discharging a firearm within the city limits is not only illegal but potentially deadly. There will be zero tolerance and officers will strictly enforce this law.

Holiday gas price update

If you'll be among the estimated 34-million Americans hitting the road this holiday weekend, here's what you can expect to pay at the pump. Triple-A says the national average price of regular today is three-47 a gallon, down seven cents from a week ago. The statewide average price in Texas is three-34, down five cents. Gas-buddy-dot-com reports the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-19 to three-37 a gallon.

Water usage

Water conservation continues to happen in San Angelo. Tuesday, the city used 13 million gallons of water versus 18-point-nine million gallons on the same date last year. Drought Level Two watering restrictions remain in effect.

July 3rd Pops Concert

A San Angelo Symphony tradition continues today: the 26th annual July 3rd Pops Concert will take place at the Bill Aylor Senior Memorial RiverStage. The gates open at noon for those who want to stake their claim and lay out their blankets early; the Community Band will begin at 7 PM, followed by the Symphony and Fireworks Extravaganza at 8:30p. The July 3rd Pops Concert features military pageantry from Goodfellow Air Force Base, and symphonic songs of celebration. Find out more at san-angelo-symphony-dot-org.

Holiday closings

Another reminder from the city of San Angelo: there will be no residential trash pickup or landfill operations tomorrow. Both services will resume Friday. Thursday's customers will next receive service Monday. And, of course, city offices are closed tomorrow and will reopen on Friday.

City council meeting

The San Angelo City Council meets this morning and will hear an update of the Hickory Aquifer project and consider allocating 30-thousand dollars in hotel taxes to this fall's River Fest. The meeting gets underway at nine AM at the Convention Center. You can find a link to the full agenda on the city's Facebook page.

Water usage

San Angelo residents and businesses got back to saving water over the weekend. Usage was on the rise toward the end of last week. But on Sunday, San Angelo used 14-point-four million gallons of water; that compares to 19-point-three million on the same date in 2012.

Holiday closings

Another reminder from the City of San Angelo: conduct your City business before Thursday. Most offices will be closed on Independence Day and will reopen July 5th.

Pops concert tickets

The city of San Angelo reminds you that there is still time to get your reserved seating tickets for the 26th annual July 3rd Pops concert. They're available at City Hall, 72 West College Avenue - on the west mezzanine level. Tickets range from 10 dollars to 25 dollars. Please note that City Hall is closed from noon to one.

DREAM t-shirts

The San Angelo Police Department's D.R.E.A.M. Officers are looking for creative minded people to create a T-shirt logo for their 1st Annual Anti-Bully Run/Walk event coming up in October. The creator of the winning entry will get a free T-shirt and be the SAPD’s guest at the event.The deadline for submissions is July 15th. You can find out more on the City of San Angelo Facebook page.

ASU presidential fellow

A junior in Angelo State University's Honors Program has been selected as a Presidential Fellow by the Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress. A political science major and philosophy minor from Colleyville, Donald "Trey" Moore is one of some 70 Presidential Fellows who will participate in a 10-month non-resident fellowship. They will also attend two conferences in Washington, DC. where they will network with top policymakers and government leaders.

ASU small business program

Starting next week, the Angelo State University Small Business Development Center will offer an eight-week Small Business Management Certificate Program. It will be held on Tuesdays through September 3rd at the Business Resource Center on North Chadbourne Street. Entrepreneurs and small business owners will learn the basics of how to start, run and grow a small business in the Concho Valley. Find out more at the ASU website.

Gas price update

Similar to last year, retail gas prices dropped prior to the busiest summer driving weekend, the Independence Day holiday. Triple-A says a jump in the value of the U.S. dollar and an increase in refinery output kept crude prices at bay. The national average price of regular gas is three-49 a gallon, eight cents less than last week. The statewide average in Texas of three-35 was down five cents. Gas-buddy-dot-com reports the price of regular in San Angelo ranges from three-19 to three-37 a gallon.

Water usage

Perhaps more rain will help reverse a trend. At the end of last week, San Angelo's water usage, which had been going down, went up: from 14-point-thjree million gallons Thursday to 19 million on Friday and 16-point-three million Saturday. The city reminds you: "Do your part; be water smart!"