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Edward Russell Leuba passed away peacefully on Feb. 23, 2021, of natural causes, with his wife of 67 years, Millicent Chace Leuba, by his side. He was 90 years old. His mark was 90, and he reached it, after a full, productive and loving life. Ted was born in Bryn Mawr, Penn., on March 28, 1930, the third of six children of Clarence James Leuba, for many years the chair of the Psychology Department at Antioch College, and Frances Eddy Briggs Leuba, a graduate of Bryn Mawr College. Ted grew up in...

Alumni work to plan Boone High All-70s Reunion Sara Jordan-Heintz Contributing writer Living through a pandemic filled with isolation and separation is all the more reason to look forward to reunions. Boone High alumni are interested in holding a Boone High All-70s class reunion in either the summer or fall of 2021. “We want people to network and relive old times — good times and bad times,” said alumni Jane Digmann Kline, who is part of organizing this effort. Her hope is to get a plann...

Bryan ISD student pays it forward to former elementary school by building a lending library Maggie McCollum was grateful for her time spent at Crockett Elementary. When trying to get a girl scout award, she decided to get it by helping out her old school. Author: Tristan Lewis (KAGS) Updated: 10:28 PM CST February 10, 2021 BRYAN, Texas — One Bryan 14-year-old proves it does not matter how old someone is, anyone can make a difference in their community.  Maggie...

Local health expert says using tobacco will put you at even more risk for covid-19 symptoms. Author: Sunny Tsai (KAGS) Updated: 11:06 PM CST January 27, 2021 BRYAN, Texas — Smoking or using tobacco is not beneficial for you, your lungs, or the people around you. According to the American Lung Association, Texas could be managing the use of tobacco in better ways.  The American Lung Association grades states on their efforts to reduce the use of tobacco. Texas ...

For nearly three quarters of Tuesday’s Image Pro Holiday Classic championship, Bryan and Paulding’s girls basketball teams were nip and tuck. A couple free throws and easy scores off inbounds plays late in the third, though, sparked an enormous finish for the Golden Bears. Bryan went on a 20-2 run over the final nine minutes to remain unbeaten and win its second-straight Holiday Classic title with a 56-36 victory over the Panthers at Bryan High School. “Credit to our kids, they h...

Global Brew adds Sugarfire to its mix Charles Bolinger, charles.bolinger@edwpub.net FacebookTwitterEmail EDWARDSVILLE — Cross-promotions and events involving beer and barbecue in Edwardsville just got easier. Ryan High and his wife, Laura, bought the local Sugarfire franchise in the Ironworks development. They closed the deal on Nov. 1. The Highs own the adjacent Global Brew; an outdoor patio separates the two. Sugarfire has 4,500-square-feet and employs 20 people. “We want to hone in on t...

Brazos County Sheriff-elect Wayne Dicky announced this week his decision to appoint Paul Martinez to serve as his chief deputy for enforcement. Martinez, who has worked in the sheriff’s office for 27 years, was named interim chief deputy sheriff earlier this month following the retirement of Chief Deputy Sheriff Jim Stewart and will officially take on the role full-time when Dicky takes office Jan. 1. “To serve in the chief deputy position is an honor, and to continue to serve with th...

1 EVENT TO MARK ON YOUR CALENDAR The Old Fort Parker Historic Site in Groesbeck will have a Christmas at the Fort celebration Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults, $2 for children with kids 5 and under free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, and visitors can bring their own snacks and drinks. The park is at 866 Park Road 35. FRIDAY EVENTS Lighted Holiday Stroll, 6 p.m. in Downtown Bryan. Parade floats will be parked along streets, and businesses wil...

Century Square in College Station will present a showing of The Grinch on Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Circles will be painted in the turf to keep participants at the proper distances. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. THURSDAY EVENTS Feast of Carols, the Bryan High School choir’s annual holiday event. Free, with a suggested donation of $10. Tickets are required and can be reserved at www.feastofcarols.ludus.com. Because of COVID-19, the event will have a different format t...