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Producers Cooperative Association recently presented a check for $5,000 to the Brazos Valley Food Bank. The funds include a $2,500 donation from Producers and a matching gift of $2,500 from Land O’ Lakes. The funds will be used to help the BVFB reach their goal of ending hunger in the Brazos Valley. “Supporting the Brazos Valley Food Bank is a natural fit for Producers. We serve the farmers and ranchers who grow the food that goes to those in need. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Brazos Valley Food Bank and contribute to their important mission of providing food and hope to families across our region,” said Board Chairman John Malazzo. “Generous partners like Producer’s Cooperative and Land O’Lakes understand that strengthening our community starts with making sure our neighbors have access to the food they need. We are deeply grateful for this financial investment in the Brazos Valley Food Bank and for their commitment to helping us reach families, children, seniors, and individuals across our region. Their support allows us to turn generosity into meaningful impact—putting nutritious food on tables and helping our neighbors move toward greater stability.” Said Theresa Mangapora, Executive Director of the Brazos Valley Food Bank.   About Producers Cooperative Association: Producers Cooperative Association is one of the largest member-owned local agricultural supply cooperatives in the nation. Headquartered in Bryan with secondary locations in Hillsboro and Heidenheimer, the Association is member-owned by the farmers and ranchers, but membership is not necessary to do business with the Cooperative. They manufacture livestock feeds and offer a complete line of agricultural related products and services including fertilizer, seed, petroleum, agricultural supplies and lawn/garden supplies. About the Brazos Valley Food Bank: The Brazos Valley Food Bank (BVFB) cultivates an environment where our community can grow, contribute and thrive together. Through partnerships with area food pantries, schools, healthcare providers and community organizations, the BVFB works toward a more resilient Brazos Valley where nutritious food and opportunity are attainable by all. Guided by adaptability, belonging, boldness, empathy, integrity, partnership and radical hospitality, the Brazos Valley Food Bank is committed to building a stronger, healthier and more food-secure Brazos Valley. To learn more, volunteer or support its mission, visit bvfb.org.

Update: 09/08/2026: The College Station Police Department reported today that they received reports on Saturday that someone had been shot, and was allegedly seen running through the district, but a victim was unable to be located. They say now that a victim with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the hand spoke with investigators on Sunday. Investigators say that the victim was acquainted with the suspect and traveled to College Station together. Update 09/07/2026: The bond amounts for all charges have been set. Wheeler is now being held on $145,000 bond. A teenager is behind bars after accidental discharge of a firearm Saturday night at a Northgate bar. College Station Police on patrol in Northgate heard a shot come from the One15 club in the 100 block of College Main. 19-year-old Trey Lamar Wheeler, of Tyler, was located inside the club with a gun in his waistband. Reports say he had a second firearm that was misplaced inside the club prior to the shot being fired. The second firearm was eventually located and seized. Wheeler was charged with Public Intoxication, 2 counts of Unlawful Carry of a Weapon, 2 Counts of Unlawful Carry of a Weapon in a Prohibited Place, Deadly Conduct Discharge of a Firearm, Disorderly Conduct Discharge of a Firearm, and Failure to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Information. He is currently jailed on $20,000 bond. Bond has not yet been set on three of the eight charges. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released as it becomes available. Got a news tip? e-mail us at news@wtaw.com, text us at (979) 695-1620, or reach out on Facebook or Twitter/X.

Beginning 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. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra travel time, seek alternate routes if possible, and remain vigilant when traveling through the work zone.