Passenger wait times increase at VIA
HARLINGEN — The huge increase in seats available to airline passengers at Valley International Airport is, perhaps predictably, creating new issues at the facility.
History through art: McAllen Heritage Center showcases 1930s postcard mural
The McAllen Heritage Center has added color to its walls with the addition of a new mural that represents the city and its history.
Edinburg man claims self defense at arraignment for alleged murder
EDINBURG — An Edinburg man is claiming self defense for the alleged stabbing and killing of a 49-year-old man after the two had an altercation at a neighbor’s home.
Sentencing delayed for former La Joya mayor, daughter
McALLEN — It will be at least three more weeks before former La Joya Mayor Jose Adolfo “Fito” Salinas, his daughter, Frances Salinas De Leon, and another accomplice learn what sentences they will receive for their roles in a public corruption scheme.
Texas Best Conjunto showdown wows crowd at Jacob Brown Auditorium
The sounds of accordions, bajo sextos and quintos, brass instruments and crooning vocals carry to even the farthest reaches of the parking lot at Jacob Brown Auditorium on the Texas Southmost College campus in Brownsville.
Easter arrives based on moon’s phases
If you are an early-riser sky watcher, perhaps you have been observing the eastern sky before sunrise and noticed several bright steady-gleaming points of light. As our planet is part of a system of other planets orbiting a common star we call Sol, the position of the other planets bring excitement to those who look up and wonder or recognize old acquaintances in new positions.
Episcopal Day School showcases student artwork
The Episcopal Day School held its annual art show, this year titled “Art Makes the World a Happy Place,” a showcase for the artwork of 1st- through 3rd-grade students and a chance to welcome parents.
Indictment to be dismissed against woman arrested over ‘self-induced abortion’
In a sudden turn of events, Starr County District Attorney Gocha Ramirez announced via a news release Sunday that his office is dismissing the indictment against Lizelle Herrera, who was arrested Thursday and charged with murder on accusations of a “self-induced abortion.”
TSTC Building Construction Technology student accepts job offer while at SkillsUSA
Jumping for joy: Bunny hop among Easter event festivities in Mercedes
MERCEDES — Children of all ages were lined up ready to compete in the bunny hop sack race. At the count of three — they were off, each with determination on their faces as they raced for the finish line.
