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All content by By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
Volleman's Family Farm offers a variety of flavored and seasonal milk options in addition to their signature whole and two percent milk. 

Bottling success

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 26, 2021
Even though the end of fall means the end of football, there is still a range of activities happening around campus from arts, sports and more.

A&M to observe Independence Day with early release

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 1, 2021
Ohayo Pokes

Connecting dots, making lasting impressions

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
April 28, 2021
Friday, March 19 will mark the only day of Texas A&M's 2021 Spring Break. 

Aggies plan for an alternative Spring Break

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 16, 2021
The Period Project provides free menstrual products to students across several locations on campus. 

A&M Period Project challenges status quo

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 10, 2021
Texas A&M construction science senior Hayden Haddock burst onto the Texas country music scene and quickly began climbing the charts. 

On the Rise: Hayden Haddock

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
February 3, 2021
Members of The Trent Herrera Band reflect on breaking into the College Station country music scene. 

On the rise: The Trent Herrera Band

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
January 20, 2021
Students go home to vote for a variety of reasons like getting to see their families or that they want to have a say in the local elections of their hometown.

Students discuss travelling to their hometowns to vote

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
November 2, 2020
Family and friends describe Omari Loydrake as a caring individual who made everyone feel important.

Silver Taps: Omari ZaReiq Loydrake

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
October 28, 2020
Head Yell Leader and construction science senior Keller Cox releases his debut single “California Cowgirl” on Thursday, Oct. 1.

Yell Leader Keller Cox releases debut single ‘California Cowgirl’

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
September 30, 2020
Aggie Ring recipients traditionally dunk their rings in a pitcher of beer.

Dunking in a new era

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
September 16, 2020
Students looking to speak with someone about their mental health can schedule an appointment with Texas A&M Counseling and Psychological Services at caps.tamu.edu.

‘There is joy to be found’

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
September 9, 2020
Cody Reinhard had a passion for politics and a kindness that reached across the aisle.

Silver Taps: Cody Allen Reinhard

By Shelby Mcvey @shelbyxbreann
August 27, 2020
Aggie service animals and their handlers are taking new precautions to continue their training as people begin to return to campus. 

COVID-19’s impact on Aggie service animals

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
August 17, 2020
Aggie Achieve

Aggie ACHIEVE adapts to COVID-19 precautions

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 28, 2020
Campus

Answering your FAQ’s about returning to campus

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 23, 2020
Aggieland

Freshmen prepare for one-of-a-kind college experience

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 20, 2020
On-campus housing is in high demand and currently has a wait list.

Students weigh value of moving back to Aggieland

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 14, 2020
On July 24, professors will make final decisions concerning lecture formats.

Changes to fall schedule raise questions

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
July 8, 2020
Texas A&M 2020 summer session classes began May 29 and Black Lives Matter protests began just before and have continued through the month of June.

Balancing activism, schoolwork

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
June 18, 2020
William Clark Green and Shane Smith will perform at Hurricane Harry’s on Wednesday, June 17.

Green, Smith hit Hurricane Harry’s stage

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
June 16, 2020
Even though the end of fall means the end of football, there is still a range of activities happening around campus from arts, sports and more.

We’re all in this together

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
May 28, 2020
Barbara Jordan Media Award winners are selected by the Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities and committees across the state. Nominated content was produced by professionals and students.

Spreading awareness, one award at a time

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
May 28, 2020
The flags on campus will fly at half staff May 22 to 24 in memory of the victims of COVID-19. On Monday, May 25 flags will be flown at half staff to honor those who have lost their lives while serving in the United States armed forces.

A COVID-19 Memorial Day

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
May 24, 2020
10 things Aggies miss

10 things Aggies miss about College Station

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
April 28, 2020
Dylan Wheeler

‘This was supposed to be my breakout year’

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
April 23, 2020
Heart to Heart florist and gifts has been making flower arrangements for senior citizens in Madisonville.

Small town flower shop blooms smiles for senior citizens

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
April 6, 2020
Scholarships and Financial Aid

Why this refund may mean more

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 29, 2020
Biomedical sciences senior and H-E-B employee Allison Scott has seen her job in the bakery completely change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

COVID-19 affects off-campus businesses

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 16, 2020
Each month 15,000 tests will be provided to the Texas A&M University System.

Consequences of getting that Spring Break body

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 5, 2020
The Texas A&M wool judging team will participate at the Houston Livestock Show beginning on March 15.

Aggies hope to clinch national championship at Houston Rodeo

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 2, 2020
Hurricane Harry's celebrated 28 years of business on Feb. 14.

College Station’s oldest dance hall celebrates anniversary

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
March 1, 2020
Parker McCollum will perform Feb. 14 and 15 at Hurricane Harry’s.

McCollum, Gilbert, Baker to perform in College Station Valentine’s weekend

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
February 12, 2020
Stacey Wendelbo, Class of 2011, and Morten Wendelbo, Class of 2016, attended a Culture Club Dinner put on the by the Brazos Valley Worldfest and Culture Club.

Culture Club cooks up Pacific cuisine

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
February 4, 2020
Southerns will host their grand opening Thursday, Jan. 23.

New bar, live music venue to host grand opening concert series

By Shelby McVey @shelbyxbreann
January 21, 2020
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