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Union Pacific Railroad crews will close the George Bush Drive crossing near Wellborn Road for maintenance work from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday. Detours will be in place. NCAA Regional baseball fans heading to Blue Bell Park for the scheduled afternoon game should use alternate routes, such as John Kimbrough Boulevard or Old Main Drive.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, May 28. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19. It's not the official minutes.

The College Station City Council meets on Thursday after 6 p.m. at City Hall. The meeting will be streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. We also encourage you to follow our live meeting blog at blog.cstx.gov. Top items for discussion include the redevelopment of the Harvey Road Corridor and a rezoning on Sebesta Road.

May is National Photography Month, a perfect time to recognize how a single image can tell a story, capture a historic moment, and bring us closer together. At the City of College Station, it means highlighting the dedicated City photographers who capture our community’s heart, hustle, and heritage.

Throughout May, the City of College Station has celebrated National Bike Month, shining a spotlight on the immense personal, health, and community benefits of life on two wheels. National Bike Month was established in 1956 to promote cycling as a healthy, sustainable, and enjoyable form of transportation and recreation. In College Station, that mission has deep roots.

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?, Emergency Management Coordinator Lauren McGrath discusses seasonal weather preparedness for severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and extreme heat. She also clarifies common misconceptions and explains the critical difference between a tornado watch and a warning.

Summer swim season is officially here! The City of College Station’s Adamson Lagoon and Cindy Hallaran Pool open for the season on Saturday, offering the perfect escape to cool off, relax poolside, or splash down the slides. Admission is $7 at Adamson Lagoon and $4 at Cindy Hallaran Pool, with children 2 and under free. Discount passes help everyone join in the fun.

Most City of College Station offices and facilities will be closed Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day. Solid waste and recycling collections will operate on the regular schedule. Adamson Lagoon and Cindy Hallaran Pool will be open from noon-6 p.m.

Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Monday, May 18. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19 and cstx.gov/cstv19. It’s not the official minutes.

In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?, Animal Control Officer Hector Garcia discusses the multifaceted role his small, four-person unit plays in managing public safety and pet welfare. He emphasizes the life-saving impact of microchips and updated registration, sharing how these tools facilitate reunions even months after a pet goes missing.