Bryan Mayor Andrew Nelson on WTAW

Navasota ISD Hosts Public Session to Discuss Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE)

Navasota ISD will be hosting a public “Rattle Session” tonight to discuss an item they’d like to see on the November ballot. The school board wants to order a Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE) and needs to file for that by August 17th. The district says it needs voter approval, but they’re not asking for tax increase. It’s also not a bond election. According to Navasota ISD, it is a Zero Tax Rate Increase proposition. According to a presentation at the May 18, 2026 school board meeting, the approval would allow for an increase in maintenance and operations in future years without increasing tax burden. Your chance to learn more happens tonight at 6:00pm at the Navasota High School Library.

Bryan Pro Tem Mayor James Edge on WTAW

Bryan Pro Tem Mayor James Edge visits with WTAW to discuss the latest developments surrounding the H-E-B property, and more during his appearance on The Infomaniacs on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.  Listen to “Bryan Pro Tem Mayor James Edge on WTAW” on Spreaker.

BTU Hosts Three Public Meetings on 345kV Transmission Line Project

BTU and TNMP (Texas-New Mexico Power) are proposing a 345kV transmission project. The companies say the line will help maintain reliable electric service and support future growth. The project includes an approximately 40-mile transmission line from an existing switching station in Robertson County to the planned BTU Substation at the RELLIS Campus. The exact route of the line has not yet been determined. Landowners and community members will have opportunities to provide input at three public meetings: Tuesday, August 4: 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Pridgeon Community Center (351 Cooks Lane, Franklin, TX 77856) Wednesday, August 5 & Thursday, August 6: 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Brazos County Expo Center (5827 Leonard Rd, Bryan, TX, 77807) For more information, you can visit btutilities.com/project-updates and tnp1-rellis.com.