Brandon battles congestion, a packed weekend and his annual game-day wardrobe crisis, while Kelly completes week two of jazz and tap class. Coach Butch Jones previews A-State’s home opener against West Georgia, shares lessons from Memphis and discusses quarterback Trey Owens, fan support and Saturday’s full game-day experience. Rachel Anderson takes us behind the scenes of Arkansas State’s social media, introduces a new family-friendly space at Centennial Bank Stadium and previews a packed Red Wolves weekend—from Order of the Pack to Lauren Alaina and Saturday’s home opener. Plus, two A-State student-athletes earn national recognition! Brandon and Kelly look ahead to the 25th anniversary of September 11 by remembering where they were that morning, reflecting on the stories and images that remain with them, and honoring the victims and heroes. Kelly reveals what her DNA results uncovered, while Brandon explores his Japanese heritage, questions whether he could survive the flight to Japan—and wonders how popular he might be once he gets there. It’s National School Picture Day! Brandon’s mom prepared him like he was headed for the cover of Tiger Beat. Garth Brooks takes his arena tour out West, Megan Moroney reveals how heartbreak launched her musical journey, and Dolly Parton’s first posthumous song is released.
