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New Texas License Plate Supports Animal Shelters and Spay/Neuter Programs
A new animal-friendly license plate is now available in Texas, supporting spay and neuter programs statewide. Officials say $22 from each $30 plate purchase will go toward funding services at local shelters and nonprofit organizations. The program has already generated millions in grants, helping reduce pet overpopulat...
Mar 19, 2026
Burn Ban Continues in Tom Green County Amid Ongoing Fire Risk
A burn ban remains in effect for Tom Green County, and officials are urging residents to avoid any outdoor burning. The San Angelo Fire Department says the restriction will stay in place until further notice due to ongoing conditions. Residents are encouraged to follow the ban closely to help reduce the risk of wildfir...
Mar 19, 2026
San Angelo Rodeo Returns April 3 with Parade, Carnival & Live Entertainment
The San Angelo Rodeo returns April 3 and runs through April 19, bringing a full lineup of events and entertainment. Rodeo performances, a downtown parade, carnival rides, and live music are all part of the annual celebration, which is considered one of the nation's largest. The parade is set for April 4 with a modified...
Mar 19, 2026
Music News
Orleans Confirms 2026 Will Be the Band's Final Year on Tour
Orleans is preparing to step away from touring after more than five decades as a live band. In a message shared with fans, founding member Lance Hoppe...
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Iconic Concert Moments Auctioned to Support Teenage Cancer Trust this Spring
Teenage Cancer Trust has unveiled Good Energy, a new photography exhibition and print series at London's Royal Albert Hall, built around the shared en...
Mar 19, 2026
"She Said Yes": James Hetfield Confirms Engagement with Underwater Proposal
James Hetfield is entering a new chapter in his personal life. The Metallica frontman has announced his engagement to Adriana Gillett, sharing the mom...
Mar 17, 2026




