Improvements along FM2818 to boost safety, mobility

Improvements along FM2818 to boost safety, mobility

It’s not exactly a secret that traffic flow remains a dominant issue as College Station continues to expand. One of our most heavily congested corridors is FM2818 (Harvey Mitchell Parkway) from Holleman Drive to George Bush Drive. Consequently, the surging traffic volume has led to a significant increase in crashes in that area. The problem isn’t being ignored. Far from it. Continue reading Improvements along FM2818 to boost safety, mobility

Throwback Thursday: Mayor responds to Muschamp

Throwback Thursday: Mayor responds to Muschamp

With Coach Will Muschamp bringing his South Carolina Gamecocks to town for Saturday’s game against the Aggies, we thought it was time to look back on one of the most popular YouTube videos the City of College Station has ever produced. In 2012, the then-Florida head coach was speaking at a booster club meeting and asked, “You ever been to College Station? It’ll be the only time you go.” Those were fightin’ words to then-Mayor Nancy Berry. Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Mayor responds to Muschamp

Podcast: ‘Hotel folklore’: How Embassy Suites built across from A&M

Podcast: ‘Hotel folklore’: How Embassy Suites built across from A&M

Whenever we hear about new businesses, it’s typically an initial announcement about what’s coming, where it’ll be and when it’ll open. Maybe you’ll eventually hear about the ribbon cutting, but that’s about it. In this podcast episode, we talk with Ted Ent — president and COO of Mac Haik Hospitality — about the new Embassy Suites that’s scheduled to open Oct. 2 near the Texas A&M campus. Ted describes how he was able to secure a location that no one thought was available, what successes and challenges were part of the development process, and whether or not College Station has too many hotels. Continue reading Podcast: ‘Hotel folklore’: How Embassy Suites built across from A&M