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Pharr awarded grant to help address cognitive health and dementia

The city of Pharr was awarded a grant as part of the Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map, which will help the city work to advance brain health equity.

Brownsville ISD begins work on 2024-2025 budget

The Brownsville Independent School District began work on its 2024-2025 budget at a Saturday morning workshop that sought everyone’s help to offset the impact of reduced state funding and still improve classroom instruction.

McAllen man sentenced to 40 years for wife’s murder in Hidalgo

The McAllen man who fled in his wife’s vehicle following a “heated argument” that resulted in her death on Aug. 30, 2022, was found guilty and has been sentenced.

Brownsville police arrest man with 54 pounds of cocaine following chase, crash

Brownsville police apprehended a man for possession of a controlled substance after he fled a traffic stop and crashed into a government vehicle, according to a criminal complaint.

Cameron County signs agreement with broadband provider

Expanding high-speed internet services countywide is the purpose of an agreement signed by Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. and VTX1 Internet CEO Patrick McDonnell during an official ceremony Monday morning at the Cameron County Courthouse/Oscar C. Dancy Building in Brownsville.

Robotics helps to build future generation of Valley engineers

MISSION — For engineering students in South Texas, the FIRST in Texas championship is not just about robotics, and it shows. During Saturday’s competition, students exhibited camaraderie, passion and ambition in this tight-knit community.

Lisa Graves elected to South Padre Island City Council

Voters on South Padre Island on Saturday elected Lisa Graves to fill the unexpired term for Place 5 on the City Council.

TSTC counselors ready to help students overcome roadblocks

HARLINGEN — The stress of being a first-time college student, difficulty balancing school and work, and isolation can all be reasons why students might need someone to talk to.

San Juan man arrested for intoxication assault; woman trapped in car

Edinburg police arrested a San Juan man early Sunday morning for an alleged intoxication assault that left a woman trapped inside a vehicle. 

TSTC Wind Energy Technology program hosts employer spotlight with wind turbine manufacturer

HARLINGEN — Some Texas State Technical College Wind Energy Technology students recently learned about potential careers that they might pursue after they graduate.