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Winds are visibly moving in over Hearne, as Central Texas is days away from a colder change in weather.

Jose Castro is the Juvenile Case Manager with Bryan Municipal Court. Since 2018, he's been helping local youth who suddenly find themselves before a judge.

REVITALIZING DOWNTOWN: How local Bryan businesses can benefit from upcoming arts district from existing property

According to the BCS Chamber of Commerce, at least six area restaurants have had to close their doors within the past few weeks due to a decline in business and inflation in restaurant materials.

“We want every child involved in the foster care system to have an advocate by their side while they go through such an uncertain time in their lives,” said Executive Director Amy Faulkner.

For nearly three weeks, Lena Denman, President of the Arlene Campbell Humanitarian Foundation, spent most of the holiday season helping where she could, thousands of miles away in Ukraine.

“I love dogs, and I – I hate it when people don’t care about them because they’re always very loyal to you.”

Steve Walker, the Regional Operations Manager tells 15ABC that the beginning of the year is usually when hospitals and their facilities need an increase in donors the most.

A survey released by the BCC Chamber of Commerce earlier this year shows 56 percent of local businesses are reporting growth, and both cities are considered good places to open a new business.

Voices for Children will be honoring several individuals and organizations from the community for their ongoing efforts to address challenges faced by children and families in the foster care system.