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First Ever College Station Restaurant Week Coming in August

Visit College Station today announced today that College Station is gearing up to host the city’s first-ever Restaurant Week! Restaurant Week will take place August 24-30 and so far, seven restaurants have signed on to headline the inaugural event. Each restaurant has crafted a special prix fixe menu exclusively for the week. Angie Bertinot, Marketing Manager for Visit College Station, says “This is about celebrating the flavors that make College Station a destination in its own right and putting a spotlight on the local chefs, owners and staff who make our food scene special.” College Station Restaurant Week offers an opportunity to explore new restaurants, revisit local favorites, and support a good cause that benefits the community. Ten percent of Restaurant Week proceeds (excluding alcohol) will be donated to the Brazos Valley Food Bank. It’s a way to support neighbors across the region while enjoying a great meal. The special Restaurant Week menus will be released August 10th. Here is a list of the participating restaurants: Brazos Proper Texas Kitchen 177 Joe Routt Blvd, College Station, TX 77840 A dining room just steps from Kyle Field where the university’s own partner farms feed the menu, award-winning chefs train the next generation of culinary experts and hospitality still starts with a proud “Howdy.” Casa do Brasil 1665 Greens Prairie Rd, College Station, TX 77845 An upscale Brazilian steakhouse serving fire-roasted cuts of beef, lamb and pork carved tableside by Gauchos, alongside a seasonal salad bar and a full bar known for its caipirinhas. Casa Mangiare 840 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840 Handmade pastas and coastal-inspired seafood share the menu with Prime and Wagyu steaks, backed by a wine cellar and in-house sommelier. De Baca Steakhouse 4436 Texas 6 Frontage Rd, College Station, TX 77845 Named for historic Spanish explorer Cabeza de Vaca and owned by his descendants, De Baca serves classic steakhouse fare, from beef Wellington to a tableside-carved tomahawk, in a white-tablecloth room with panoramic windows that overlook the sunsets Texas is famous for. Juanita’s Tex-Mex Cantina 180 Century Ct Ste 140, College Station, TX 77840 At the center of Century Square, tortillas are pressed by hand and meats smoked over hickory in traditional pits, with recipes inspired by abuelas in Mexico and a bar stocked with authentic Mexican cocktails, craft beer and margaritas. Porter’s Dining + Bar 180 Century Square Dr #120, College Station, TX 77840 An elevated twist on a scratch kitchen with contemporary Western influence turns out prime steaks and fresh seafood, paired with a wine program running from rare vintages to sommelier-selected pours. Red’s Icehouse 1025 University Dr #101, College Station, TX 77840 Fine-dining hands making comfort food in a space that feels like a sports bar, where the brisket tacos and glazed salmon arrive plated properly and nobody minds if you eat yours while yelling for your favorite team.   Restaurants will have a curated choice of starter, entrée, and dessert built to showcase the dishes that define them, from signature plates to new creations. Lunch is set at $25, while dinner runs $35, $45 or $55 depending on the restaurant, giving diners a true taste of each restaurant’s best at one set price. A portion of sales benefit the Brazos Valley Food Bank.   ABOUT VISIT COLLEGE STATION Visit College Station is the official destination marketing organization for the City of College Station, home to Texas A&M University, the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and the signature Howdy hospitality that defines Aggieland. Located at the center of the Texas Triangle, College Station is within a three-hour drive of Houston, Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio, making it one of the most accessible weekend destinations in the state. From game days at Kyle Field to military heritage, Brazos Valley trails to historic Northgate nights; visitors are invited to learn why you’ll love it here. Plan your trip VisitCollegeStation.com.

Man Arrested for Wielding Scythe While Walking Along Bryan Roadway

A Bryan man was arrested yesterday after wielding a scythe in the 400 block of South Main Street. According to arrest records, officers spotted 44-year-old Frank Garcia, Jr. walking along the roadway while waving the weapon in the air and yelling at people. Garcia was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct display of a weapon and is being held on $3,000 bond. This is his 22nd visit to the Brazos County Jail since 1999. On July 2, 2026 he was arrested for smoking within 20 feet of a business, disorderly conduct-language, and failure to use an available sidewalk. He paid court costs and fines of $1,465.10 and was given community service. In January of this year, Garcia was arrested for theft of property under $100 and was once again given community service after paying $440 in court costs. His previous arrests include charges of evading arrest, DWI, driving without a valid license, theft, and possession of marijuana.

Texas DPS Discovers Cesium-137 Buried in Midland County

Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), in collaboration with several local, state and federal agency partners, successfully recovered a Cesium-137 (Cs-137) radioactive source in Midland County over the weekend. DPS has a Radiological/Nuclear Threat Detection (Rad/Nuc) Unit to detect and interdict radiological and nuclear material out of regulatory control to prevent dangerous attacks and mass casualty incidents. The unit is currently comprised of one Lieutenant, one Sergeant, and six Corporals stationed throughout the state. DPS is currently issuing a personal radiation detector (PRD) to every Trooper and training them to serve as primary radiological and nuclear threat screeners. On Friday, July 24, 2026, a Corporal assigned to the Unit received an alarm from his vehicle-mounted radiation detection system near S. County Road 1210, which is within the city limits of Midland, but not in the heart of the city. The Corporal determined the Cs-137 was emitting radiation from beneath the ground and was buried approximately 7-inches below the surface. It was identified as a 100-millicurie (100 mCi) sealed radioactive source manufactured in April 1967. According to Stanford University, 100 mCi is the jumping point between the moderate and high hazard categories. On Saturday, the DPS Rad/Nuc Unit and other responding agencies – including the FBI, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Midland Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team, Midland Health Department, Midland Emergency Management and Chevron security representatives – were able to safely excavate the Cs-137. Radiation exposure levels were closely monitored, and personnel rotations were conducted in accordance with established safety protocols. The operation concluded with no injuries, no personnel contamination, and no threat to the public.