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TSC gives graduate new career outlook

Aspiring educator Ivana Maldonado, who works as a Texas Southmost College English and psychology tutor, said the best part of her job is helping...

Lower Valley student to graduate at 15

BROWNSVILLE — When Christopher Thomas Phillippe began reading to his mother at age 2, chapters ahead in the hardcover book she was reading to...

TSTC Health Information Technology program provides assistance at area vaccine clinics

Kayla Halmon, of Harlingen, was glad to volunteer during a recent morning at a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Primera that was hosted by Cameron...

PSJA adding more air purifiers to district facilities

The Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district is continuing efforts to create a safe environment in their facilities as students and staff continue returning to school. One...

IDEA students selected for 2021 QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program

IDEA Public Schools announced that 14 Valley students have been selected for the QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program. The program is open to high school...

Mercedes ISD board debates tax attorney, security contracts

MERCEDES — An effort to terminate two school district contracts ultimately fell short this week, although it did result in some heated discussion and...

Elon Musk donates $2.4 million to Brownsville ISD, additional funds to Los Fresnos schools

Big money continues to be awarded to Cameron County school districts thanks to Elon Musk. The Brownsville Independent School District announced Wednesday that the Musk...

HCISD: Musk grant to upgrade facilities, purchase equipment

HARLINGEN – It’s a done deal. Speculation has run high ever since Elon Musk announced several weeks ago he was donating $20 million to Cameron...

HCISD students help administer COVID-19 vaccines

HARLINGEN – Marleni Lopez breathed a little easier after receiving her COVID-19 vaccine. “I feel pretty good about it,” said Marleni, 17, as she and...