Brazos County Commission Reluctantly Approve A 300% Increase In Transporting Deceased Bodies To Out Of Town Medical Examiner Offices

College Station Council Approves Rezoning For A New Housing Development Over Neighborhood Opposition

The College Station city council joins the planning and zoning commission (P&Z) in unanimously approving rezoning land for a large housing development that drew vocal opposition from neighboring subdivisions. Click HERE to read and download background information about the zoning change that was approved at the April 23, 2026 College Station city council meeting. This was the second time a homebuilder had sought rezoning on land south of Greens Prairie Road, surrounded by Greens Prairie Reserve, Sweetwater, Sweetwater Forest, Castlegate, and Castlegate II subdivisions. In November 2025, the council and P&Z defeated a proposal where around 1,800 homes could have been built. What was approved Thursday (April 23), could result in almost 900 homes, although councilman Bob Yancy estimated a number closer to 600 because of the land that would be needed for streets and green space that the city requires. Ten opponents who live or have an interest in Greens Prairie Reserve told the council they believed this subdivision would be composed of homes that would be rented instead of owner occupied. Just before the council vote, a representative of the homebuilder shared a letter stating they will file a restrictive covenant limiting the number of new homes that can owned by a single entity to be rented. That led multiple council members to say they hope the homebuilder lives up to that decision. Councilwoman Melissa McIlhaney brought up the additional steps the homebuilder will have to clear with city staff before first home can be built. Councilman Yancy also told opponents that traffic concerns at the bottleneck intersection of Greens Prairie, Arrington, and Fitch are being addressed by the Texas Department of Transportation with what Yancy described as “a fancy, overcapacitized” project that currently in design at Fitch and Arrington to “help that terrible chokepoint in our traffic.” Yancy also said a sewer line to serve the new development is on its way. And Yancy hopes the city and Brazos County will work together to address drainage issues caused by the additional homes. Click below to hear comments from the April 23, 2026 College Station city council meeting. Listen to “College Station council approves rezoning for a new housing development over neighborhood opposition” on Spreaker.

Drug Arrests By College Station Police In Bryan and In Normangee By The Leon County Sheriff’s Office

College Station police arrest two women from Bryan on multiple drug charges. A CSPD Facebook post says following a search of the suspect’s home on Thursday (April 23), 22 year old Anastacia Carrizales and 24 year old Aracelie Carrizales were charged with possessing an undisclosed amounts of cocaine, THC, and marijuana. Officers also seized an undisclosed amount of cash and two guns. As of April 24, Anastacia is jailed in lieu of bonds totaling $175,000 dollars and Aracelie is jailed in lieu of bonds totaling $165,000 dollars. Six people were arrested on drug charges in Normangee on Wednesday (April 22). A Facebook post from the Leon County sheriff’s office did not disclose the amount or the types of controlled substances that were found. The arrests followed a search warrant where unidentified stolen property was recovered. None of those who were arrested were charged with anything related to the stolen property.        

Bryan ISD School Board Receives Preview Of A New City Organization’s First Tackle Football Camp For Third Through Sixth Grade Students

Three retired division one head football coaches…all with a connection to Texas A&M…attended this week’s (April 20) Bryan ISD school board meeting. Jackie Sherill, Darrell Dickey, and Phil Bennett were on hand to promote a tackle football camp for third through sixth graders that will take place next month. Sherill said the camp will begin May 9th with the elementary and intermediate students experiencing an NFL-style combine. That will be followed by what is described as a “technique skills and drill camp” from May 11th through the 14th. A $40 dollar registration fee includes the camps, an athletic physical by the Brazos County Health District, a shirt and shorts, and lunch. Sherrill was hired last year by retired Bryan city manager Kean Register as an advisor to the new Bryan Youth Sports Association, whose mission is to strengthen youth athletics and community engagement. Sherill told BISD board members the association will add more sports. As for the football camp, Sherill said this will give the opportunity for junior high coaches to recruit future players. Sherill says the instruction that will be given at the camp will be the same systems that are used at Bryan High and Rudder High. Also involved in the youth sports association is the retired executive director of the Texas A&M athletics lettermen’s association, Cathy Capps. She shared with BISD board members that the association is soliciting sponsorships to assist camp participants and programs. Click HERE to read and download a flyer about the youth football camp, provided by the city of Bryan. Click below to hear comments from Jackie Sherill and Cathy Capps from the April 20, 2026 Bryan ISD school board meeting. Listen to “Bryan ISD school board receives a preview of a new city organization's first tackle football camp for 3rd through 6th grade students” on Spreaker. News release from the city of Bryan: The Bryan Youth Sports Association (BYSA), formed to advance and support new athletic programs for children in Bryan, is gearing up for a major program: a tackle football spring combine and mini-camp for young athletes. The BYSA was ratified by Bryan City Council last September. Former Texas A&M football coach Jackie Sherrill is on the board of directors and is leading the upcoming program. The combine and mini-camp are designed to elevate skill development and techniques, build confidence and introduce the fundamentals of tackle football within a structured environment that reflects the pride of our community. A flier is attached with details about the program. Coach Sherrill will be assisted by several accomplished coaches.