Twenty-five years have passed since the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, but the images, stories and sacrifices of that day remain deeply etched in our nation’s memory.
Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on New York City, the Pentagon and aboard United Airlines Flight 93. Among them were hundreds of firefighters, law enforcement officers and other first responders who answered the call to help others, even as extraordinary danger unfolded around them.
In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” University and Community Relations Manager Barbara Moore discusses the upcoming College Station Christmas Parade on Dec. 5. The event offers a feel-good opportunity for residents and local organizations to showcase their community spirit and celebrate the holiday season together.
Nothing beats the energy and excitement of game day weekend in Aggieland! Whether you’re a lifelong Aggie, a first-time visitor, or simply here to soak up the atmosphere, here is how to make the most of the 2026 season in the Heart of Aggieland®. With thousands of fans descending on College Station every home game weekend, a little preparation goes a long way toward a stress-free visit.
Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10. The meeting starts after 6 p.m. and is streamed live on Optimum Channel 19, YouTube, and cstx.gov/cstv19. Topics of interest include the impacts of the planned Terafab facility in Grimes County, an annual update from CSU-Electric, and a closer look at the Bass Pro Shops and Corinth Group agreements.
The City of College Station invites the community to the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Fire Station No. 7 on Friday from 10 a.m.-noon at 2981 Greens Prairie Road. Station tours begin at 10 a.m., and the ceremony starts at 11. Voters approved the station in the 2022 bond election with an $18 million budget. The 18,200-square-foot facility will house 24 firefighters.
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, cstx.gov/cstv19 and YouTube. We also encourage you to follow our live meeting blog at blog.cstx.gov. Topics of interest include the impacts of the planned Terafab facility in Grimes County, an annual update from CSU-Electric, and a closer look at the Bass Pro Shops and Corinth Group agreements.
The results are in, and the Brazos Valley made a big impact during last spring's City Nature Challenge! For four days in late April, residents and nature enthusiasts across Brazos, Burleson, Grimes, Lee, Madison and Robertson counties documented plants, animals and fungi as part of the worldwide community science event.
On Wednesday afternoon, the City of College Station will begin work on the final section of rehabilitating William D. Fitch Parkway from Williams Creek Drive to Rock Prairie Road. Alternating one-way traffic will shift to continuous two-way traffic, which will also be maintained for access to and from Williams Creek Drive at the entrance to the Williams Creek Subdivision. The project is expected to be completed by mid-December.
In this week’s episode of "What's Up, College Station?,” Parks and Recreation Activities Assistant Patrick Lewis spotlights family-friendly outdoor activities at the Gary Halter Nature Center and Lick Creek Park, including free wildflower seed giveaways, camping, and a beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons campaign.
Most City of College Station offices and facilities will be closed Monday for Labor Day. Solid waste and recycling collections will run on the normal schedule, and Adamson Lagoon will be open from noon-6 p.m. Closed facilities include the Larry Ringer Library, Lincoln Recreation Center, Gary Halter Nature Center, Southwood Community Center, Meyer Senior and Community Center, and College Station City Hall.
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