Brazos County, like many other Texas counties, is concentrating on growing a strong educational system and developing a strong economy that will prepare its citizens and its children for the 21st century. It is the home of Texas A&M University and the Fightin’ Texas Aggies.
Growing and Developing
County Overview
Recreation in Brazos County includes fishing, hunting, a raceway and the many events/activities relating to the Texas A&M University. The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum are located in College Station. The first quarter of 1998 cost of living index by the American Chamber of Commerce Researchers Association shows Bryan-College Station as one of the least expensive places in the U.S. in which to live. Based on this cost of living survey, Bryan-College Station was the 2nd least expensive Texas city, of 29 Texas cities surveyed, and the… Read More →
Brazos County Information
Its county seat is Bryan. Other towns include College Station, Kurten, Millican, Welborn and Wixon Valley. Brazos County is located in the south central part of the state and lies between the Brazos and Navasota rivers. The county is ideally situated in the middle of a triangle bounded by Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin. Approximately 80% of the Texas population is located within a 200 mile radius of Bryan – College Station. Brazos County has a land area of 586 square miles. Brazos County’s physical features are acidic,… Read More →
Family and Consumer Sciences
Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) is part of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M System. AgriLife Extension offers practical information for families: raising children, housing and environment, eating well, managing money, and staying healthy. The Texas AgriLife Extension Service has professionals located in almost every county in Texas. These local educators are supported by a team of Regional Program Directors and state Extension specialists with doctoral and advanced degrees in subjects important to families: health and safety, housing, aging, food and nutrition, child development, 4-H and youth,… Read More →
