KAMU Public NewsRoom Archive



Constitution Day (2008-09-15)
In honor of the 221st anniversary of the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787, Texas A&M University is joining thousands of citizens, teachers and students nationwide in celebrating Constitution Day.


Better Buisness Bureau HasTips for Hurricane Ike Victims (2008-09-15)
When a disaster is over, victims begin the dirty task of cleaning up their homes. The Better Business Bureau warns consumers to watch out for opportunists looking for victims of their own.


Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus (2008-08-07)
Mosquitoes collected on July 23, 2008 tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).


PBS Characters visit local boy (2008-07-18)
A rough start to life for a College Station boys, turns to fun with PBS


KAMU-FM Pledge Drive (2008-07-15)
The upcoming KAMU-FM Pledge Drive is taking place Monday, July 21-Friday, July 25.


WEST NILE FOUND ON TAMU GOLFCOURSE (2008-07-08)
Mosquitoes collected at the Texas A&M Golf Course on June 25th tested positive.


Host of the Saturday Night Bluegrass Show Signs Off One Last Time (2008-06-04)
Longtime host of the Saturday Night Bluegrass Show, Rodney O'Connor, has hung up his microphone and signed off after his final show aired Saturday, May 31 at 7 p.m.


KAMU-TV Summer Pledge Drive Starts Saturday (2008-05-30)
It is time for the KAMU-TV Summer Pledge drive! The Pledge begins this Saturday, May 31 and will run through Sunday, June 8. Each day we will have different shows airing, various organizations manning the phones and food provided by local Bryan/College Station restaurants.


Host of the Saturday Night Bluegrass Show Signs Off (2008-05-29)
Each Saturday evening promptly at 7 p.m. bluegrass music has been heard emanating through the speakers of all those tuned to 90.9 FM. The familiar voice of local KAMU-FM volunteer, Rodney O'Connor, has presided over and produced the Saturday Night Bluegrass Show since Nov. 5, 1988. O' Connor has been a longtime fixture at KAMU and after 20 years of producing the show has decided it is time to sign off.


Thank You from KAMU (2008-05-21)
From all of us at KAMU Public Broadcasting, we want to say thank you to everyone who helped to make the annual Super Auction a tremendous success.


Butterfly Gardening (2008-04-23)
Learn how to attract butterflies from David Gwin on May 27, 2008 at 7 p.m. at the Brazos Center.


Brandon Heath Concert at A&M United Methodist Church (2008-04-08)
Brandon Heath Concert at A&M United Methodist Church, 417 University, on April 27th at 7:00p.m.


Auditions to be Held for The Texas Renaissance Festival (2008-04-03)
Auditions coming in May for Renaissance Festival.


Donate NOW to KAMU's Super Auction (2008-03-28)
Need advertising exposure for your business? Donate merchandise, gift certificates, services and packages to the KAMU Super Auction.


KAMU SUPER AUCTION IS COMING!!!! (2008-03-28)
Live Auction to be held at the KAMU studios on the campus of Texas A&M.


Meet The Candidates Air Dates & Times (2008-02-13)
Contested races in the upcoming election are featured on KAMU-TV's Meet the Candidates.


AMBER ALERT - Child in Grave Danger (2008-02-07)
Child abducted from Austin,TX in a grey Volkswagen Jetta and is in grave danger.


The National Humane Education Society Holds Conference Here in College Station (2008-01-22)
The National Humane Education Society is proud to present a vital and informative one-day conference on issues that affect nearly everyone.


KAMU Presents Live Concert by Philadelphia Orchestra (2008-01-18)
Experience the world renowned Philadelphia Orchestra by participating in this groundbreaking Global Concert Series!


January 2008 Pledge Drive on KAMU FM (2008-01-07)
Special guests and challenge grants to help KAMU FM's January Pledge Drive in 2008


Prestigious Award for KAMU/TTVN Employee (2007-12-13)
Wayne Pecena receives President's Meritorious Award


Holiday Programming on KAMU Radio (2007-12-12)
KAMU FM Brings Special Holiday Programming to radio listeners


Post Office Is Open For You! (2007-12-06)
In order to assist customers' holiday mailing needs, the Bryan Post Office on E. William Joel Bryan Parkway announces extended window service hours.


Jewish Holiday Special on KAMU-FM (2007-12-06)
Mike Sherman to host special Hanukkah programming on KAMU-FM


Parade to Air Again on KAMU TV (2007-12-03)
If you didn't get enough of the B/CS Christmas parade on Sunday, you're in luck.


Thanksgiving in the Brazos Valley 2007 (2007-11-16)
This Thanksgiving remember those less fortunate than you and join Epicures Catering bring great food to those in need.


*****AMBER ALERT****** (2007-11-13)
Rosa Maria Tavares is missing from Edinburg, Texas.


Christmas Parade Deadline Approaching (2007-11-08)
Christmas Parade Entry Deadline is Friday, November 16th!


Free Classroom Posters and Student Comic Books Available (2007-11-07)
Cyberchase is thrilled to offer you a free "Brain Power to the Rescue" poster for your classroom and free comic books for all of the children you work with.


Live Coverage of Bush Library (2007-11-05)
Live Coverage of Bush Library Rededication Ceremony on 90.9 FM


It's a Shady Deal for Keep Brazos Beautiful (2007-10-30)
In the spotlight again, Keep Brazos Beautiful is holding their 6th annual Crape Myrtle and Shade Tree Sale.


Halloween Special on 90.9 FM (2007-10-29)
Halloween goes Red Hot and Blue with Tony Davidson


Brazos Valley Worldfest 2007 (2007-10-25)
Worldfest International Festival to held in downtown Bryan in November.


KAMU TAKES YOU PLACES CONTEST (2007-10-23)
Supporting KAMU Public Broadcasting can land you a trip for 2 to China.


Flu Prevention Seminar Announced (2007-10-22)
Learn good health habits and get a $5 off flu shot coupon for attending.


Pre-k Now Satellite Conference (2007-10-10)
KAMU & ChildreNinos are hosting the national Pre-K satellite conference here at KAMU in College Station on October 17, 2007.
Pre-K Now's third annual conference will be broadcast live, featuring interviews of advocates whose winning strategies have raised the profile of pre-k.
Register at (979) 229-5625, by email, or online .


KAMU-FM's Fall Fund-drive Begins Saturday October 13th (2007-10-10)
FM's first fund-drive of the new fiscal year slated to begin on Saturday, October 13th.


MSC Hospitality Will Host the Bi-Annual A&M Campus Lost and Found Auction . (2007-10-01)
Lost and Found Auction will have items including signed sports balls, mp3 players, calculators and A&M apparel.


Winter in Aggieland Craft Fair to be Held November 29th and 30th in the Memorial Student Center. (2007-10-01)
MSC Hospitality is currently registering applicants for participation in this year's Winter in Aggieland Craft Fair.


FLU SHOT CLINICS ANNOUNCED (2007-10-01)
The Brazos County Health Department will be offering flu vaccinations in October and November.


KAMU-FM Will Broadcast Radio Special On The Making Of Ken Burns' "The War" (2007-09-20)
KAMU-FM will be broadcasting a radio special on the making of Ken Burns "The War". There will be 2 airings for this program on our HD2 Talk Channel and live stream.


Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile in Bryan (2007-09-13)
Mosquistoes collected on Martin Luther King Jr. street prove positive.


New Ken Burns Series "The War" Starts Sept. 23rd. on KAMU! (2007-09-13)
The long awaited new series "The War" from Ken Burns starts Sept.23 at 7pm.


School Days at the Texas Renaissance Festival (2007-07-12)
For two days in October the Texas Renaissance Festival will open its gates for the third annual School Days.


Summer Gardening Series Presented by Brazos County Master Gardener Association (2007-06-28)
Come learn how your child can enjoy this wonderful pastime.


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Residence Hall Move-In Assistance Day (2007-06-28)
Texas A&M University has designated Sunday, August 19, 2007, as Residence Hall Move-In Assistance Day.


Lions Club International's annual 4th of July Celebration (2007-06-28)
For the eighth year, the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum and Texas A&M University will host the Lions Club International's annual 4th of July Celebration, I Love America.


Foxfire Subdivision Road Closure (2007-06-19)
Emergency Closure Announced For Foxfire & Stonebrook due to culvert colapse


Need for Heat Precautions Rises with Temperatures (2007-06-15)
Extreme heat can create serious health problems for the elderly and very young.


Plan the Perfect Birthday Party for Your Children. (2007-05-24)
Need help in planning your childs birthday party? PBSparents.org can help!


Traffic Switch On Texas Avenue Between Holleman And FM 2818 (Harvey Mitchell Pkwy) (2007-05-21)
Beginning on Monday evening, May 21, 2007, at 7pm, the Texas Department of Transportation*s (TxDOT) contractor will shift traffic on Texas Avenue between Holleman Drive and FM 2818 (Harvey Mitchell Parkway).


Brazos Valley African American Museum Host Artist (2007-05-18)
The Brazos Valley African American Museum, 500 E 20Th St., Bryan, will host a reception.


Several Street Closings Looming (2007-05-15)
Ross Street on the TAMU Campus and the south bound lane of SH 6 to close.


Closure of Holleman Drive (2007-05-11)
On Sunday, May 13, 2007, beginning at 7am, the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) contractor will close Holleman Drive west of Texas Avenue.


*AMBER ALERT* (2007-05-10)
Girl meets man on Internet and is abducted from Paris, TX home.


Re-run schedule for Meet the Candidates on KAMU (2007-04-24)
This KAMU production was completed Thursday night and was highly valued by all participating candidates. Remind your friends and acquaintances to watch this program and decide for themselves who they will support in the upcoming election.


Meet the Candidates Forum 2007 (2007-04-17)
A live forum in partnership with the League of Women Voters that features candidates in contested races for City Councils of both College Station and Bryan. Dr. Sharon Colson will moderate. To be broadcast on KAMU-TV to the Brazos Valley.


"Meet The Candidates" for B/CS Elected Posts. (2007-04-16)
Be sure to catch "Meet the Candidates on KAMU-TV April 19, 2007 at 7pm.


Citibank and Texas A&M University Announce the First Annual Brazos Valley Worldfest (2007-04-04)
Brazos Valley Worldfest to Celebrate Region's International Diversity


Villa Maria at the Railroad Tracks Will Be Closed April 9 -15. (2007-04-04)
Motorists who use the Villa Maria Road at the railroad tracks intersection should consider other routes.


Zent Named to the Texas Distance Learning Association Hall of Fame (2007-03-28)
Dr. Rodney L. Zent was named to the Texas Distance Learning Association (TxDLA) Hall of Fame on Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at the TxDLA Annual Conference in Galveston, Texas. The TxDLA Hall of Fame award recognizes long-term distance learning practitioners and advocates whose careers include outstanding achievements in the field.


Museum Issues Forum Presents Acclaimed Author (2007-03-27)
Dwight D. Eisenhower and the civil rights movement are two great American stories told in one compelling book.


Watch TAMU-Qatar Building Dedication On KAMU Website (2007-03-26)
You can see former President Bush and Gov. Rick Perry at the dedication ceremony for the new Engineering Building recently opened in Qatar --- See the video on the KAMU website.


The 15th Annual Caregiver's Conference will be held at the Brazos Center in Bryan, Texas on Wednesday April 11, 2007. (2007-03-19)
Caregiver conference to be given at the Brazos Center on April 11.


Help Support KAMU (2007-03-15)
Criminal defense lawyers, civil attorneys, elected officials, doctors, prosecutors, businesspersons and others opened their pocketbooks to help this worthy cause (during the KAMU Pledge Drive). At the end of the night, we had pledges totaling nearly $4,000.


KAMU FM TURNS 30! (2007-03-05)
KAMU FM celebrates its 30th anniversary this March 30th with a reception and a peek preview of its new HD technology and future HD channels.


KAMU Workers To Participate in "Trash-Off" (2007-02-26)
KAMU Volunteers to participate in "Don't Mess with Texas Trash-Off" on April 14th.


College Station Municipal Court will offer amnesty from Feb. 12-23. (2007-02-13)
Amnesty offered for Class C misdemeanors from Feb. 12 through 23rd.


Astronaut shoots for the stars, instead of the putting green! (2007-02-08)
Golf sensation Tiger Woods may be on a PGA winning streak, but at George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, we're captivated by another golfer altogether - the one in the space suit!


KAMU's Website Has New Look (2007-02-07)
KAMU is pleased to introduce a new look and feel to its website.


Please Donate Blood!!! (2007-01-29)
American Red Cross urges residents to donate blood. O and Rh Negative Blood Types are at critical levels!


Tonight's Lecture at Bush Library Postponed Due to Weather (2007-01-16)
Lecture and reception at Bush Library postponed due to bad weather


KAMU-FM Pledge Starts January 22nd!!! (2007-01-11)
Special guest announcers will help raise funds for YOUR Public Radio station.


The J. Wayne Stark Gallery to Introduce "Masters of Disaster" (2007-01-05)
"Masters of Disaster" exhibition to open January 11, 2007.


Have you found out you have diabetes? (2007-01-03)
In the Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes classes sponsored by Texas Cooperative Extension's Diabetes Coalition, you will get the facts.