Podcast: Ballew talks about the value of Parks and Rec and why Veterans Park is his favorite

Podcast: Ballew talks about the value of Parks and Rec and why Veterans Park is his favorite

In this week’s episode of “What’s Up, College Station?”, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Gene Ballew discusses the meaning of Parks and Recreation Month, the department’s shifting focus, and why Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is his favorite. A Marine Corps veteran, Ballew was elevated to assistant director earlier this year after 17 years with the City. Continue reading Podcast: Ballew talks about the value of Parks and Rec and why Veterans Park is his favorite

Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of 9/11

Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of 9/11

This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the infamous terrorist attacks on our country. The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial board invites you to its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the War on Terror site in College Station’s Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. Admission is free. Continue reading Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of 9/11

Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of 9/11

Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of 9/11

This year marks the 22nd anniversary of the infamous terrorist attacks on our country. The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial board invites you to its annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the War on Terror site in College Station’s Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. Admission is free. Continue reading Ceremony at Veterans Park’s War on Terror site to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of 9/11