Bryan City Council Approves Purchase Of The Historic Queen Theater

Bryan Business Receives A Texas Treasure Business Award

The Brazos County Historical Commission has presented a Texas Treasure Business Award to Ronnie Dicharo of Sam’s Shoe Service in Bryan. The Texas Treasure Business Award comes from the Texas Historical Commission, recognizing businesses in continuous operation for at least 50 years. According to the Brazos County Historical Commission’s website, “For more than 75 years, Sam’s Shoe Service in Bryan has done exactly that. Founded in 1950 by Sam Dicharo and now operated by his son Ronnie, this family-owned business has become a local treasure through its dedication to quality craftsmanship and community service.” The Texas Historical Commission’s website says since 2005, over 700 Texas businesses have been honored for their historic significance with this award.

North Zulch First Baptist Church Opens A Coffee House Business

First Baptist Church of North Zulch has opened a non-profit, church-operated coffee house business. First Brew Coffee House is open Monday through Saturday. From a church news release, Pastor Matt Murray said “First Brew Coffee House is an extension of our mission to reach people right where they are and serve our community in a practical, welcoming way”. Murray also said “We’re excited to open our doors and create a space where people can connect, feel at home, and be encouraged.” The news release also says the business has “a vision to serve the community through intentional outreach, genuine connection, and radical generosity.” The business is located at 11616 5th Street in North Zulch.

Texan Title Announces Rebranding Of Offices Serving Bryan/College Station And Navasota

Texan Title announces rebranding of offices serving Bryan/College Station and Navasota. News releases say the transition to Texan Title from South Land Title “is designed to strengthen alignment across markets and deliver a more consistent, streamlined experience for clients, agents, and lending partners.” At both locations, there will be no changes to ownership, staffing, leadership, or day-to-day operation News release from the Texan Title office serving Bryan/College Station: Texan Title today announced that the South Land Title office serving the Bryan–College Station area will begin operating under the Texan Title name as part of a broader effort to unify operations across Texas. The transition is designed to strengthen alignment across markets and deliver a more consistent, streamlined experience for clients, agents, and lending partners. The Bryan–College Station office has established itself as a dependable resource in a fast-moving and diverse real estate market, where precision, responsiveness, and communication are key. This transition is focused on enhancing those strengths by aligning systems, processes, and service standards under one cohesive platform. “In a market as dynamic as Bryan–College Station, consistency and clarity play a critical role in the client experience,” said Patrick F. Doyle, CEO of Texan Title. “This transition allows us to bring greater alignment across all of our offices, making it easier for clients and partners to work with us while maintaining the local expertise they rely on.” There will be no changes to ownership, staffing, leadership, or day-to-day operations at the Bryan–College Station office. Clients will continue working with the same trusted professionals, now supported by a more integrated system designed to improve efficiency, communication, and overall service delivery. “We approached this transition with a long-term perspective in mind—how we can better support our teams and create a more consistent experience across every interaction,” said Shannon Doyle Osborn, South Region President. “This is about strengthening the structure behind the scenes so our teams can continue to deliver the high level of service they’re known for.” As part of the transition, Texan Title will implement targeted communication efforts in the Bryan–College Station market to ensure clients and partners have a clear understanding of the changes and the added benefits this alignment brings. As Texan Title continues to unify its presence across the state, the company remains focused on delivering a more connected, efficient, and reliable closing experience—anchored by strong local teams and supported by a cohesive statewide platform. To learn more about Texan Title, visit www.texantitle.com and follow along on social media. News release from the Texan Title office in Navasota: Texan Title today announced that the South Land Title office serving Navasota will begin operating under the Texan Title name as part of a broader initiative to unify operations across Texas. The transition is designed to strengthen internal alignment and deliver a more consistent experience across all markets, while preserving the local service and relationships that define the Navasota office. The Navasota team has built its reputation through reliability, accessibility, and a strong connection to the community. In a market where personal relationships play a central role in business, the office has remained a steady and trusted partner for clients, real estate professionals, and lenders. “In communities like Navasota, trust is built over time through consistency and follow-through,” said Patrick F. Doyle, CEO of Texan Title. “This transition is about reinforcing that trust by strengthening the structure behind the scenes, while keeping the same local team and service approach clients depend on.” There will be no changes to ownership, leadership, staffing, or day-to-day operations. Clients will continue working with the same professionals they know, now supported by more aligned systems, improved communication tools, and a broader statewide network. “What makes this office successful is how closely connected they are to their clients and community,” said Shannon Doyle Osborn, South Region President. “Our focus is to support that connection by making processes more efficient and consistent, so the team can continue delivering a dependable and straightforward closing experience.” To support the transition, Texan Title will implement localized outreach efforts in Navasota, highlighting the team and reinforcing its ongoing commitment to the community. As Texan Title continues to unify its presence across Texas, the company remains focused on building a more connected and reliable experience—driven by strong local teams and supported by a cohesive statewide platform.