Protecting your pets during disasters

Weather-related disasters have increased in frequency and severity across the U.S.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

To be in the current list of calendar events, submissions must be received by 4 p.m. on Mondays prior to publication.Hospice BV Christmas in July Hospice Brazos Valley is holding a “Christmas in July” pre-sale on Christmas wreaths, basket centerpieces and swags from now until July 31.

Residents support Texas flood victims

Floods across Central Texas have dominated local and national news this week, with new stories of loss and tragedy every day.In the midst of the devastation, it’s easy to feel helpless and hopeless, but even small gestures can make a big difference in times like these.

Woman attacked by dog at Beaver Creek

A 21-year-old Beaver Creek woman was injured on Sunday night, July 6, in a dog bite attack at Beaver Creek Subdivision and flown by helicopter to a Bryan hospital.The woman was injured at about 8:08 p.m.

SISD gives Holton $10K raise

Last week, The Tribune reported that Somerville ISD teachers, administration and staff will receive a bump in their paychecks.During the June special meeting, the Somerville School Board approved raises for all district employees.

The Reserve subdivision construction underway

The Reserve Subdivision at Lake Somerville, a gated community off Thornberry Drive in Somerville, is underway with one home completed and another under construction.

Grand Jury returns 6 felony indictments

The Burleson County Grand Jury met in regular session on Thursday, June 12, and returned six felony indictments.Only the names of those arrested are released and include: * Haley Carlisle Hanson, 39, of Bryan; injury child/elderly/disable with intent bodily injury -- third degree felony.

Extortion case investigated

A man who recently shared nude photos with a woman through an app became an extortion victim when the woman demanded $600 from him or threatened to post his pictures on social media.