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‘Historic approach’: Energy officials tout funding opportunities

Fifteen representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy barnstormed through the Rio Grande Valley Wednesday and Thursday spreading the word about billions of dollars in federal funds newly available to help communities benefit in the course of the nation’s transition to clean energy.

Man accused of selling gun used in fatal Matamoros kidnapping indicted

The man suspected of selling one of the weapons used in the fatal kidnapping of four U.S. citizens last month pleaded not guilty before a federal judge on Thursday.

One away: Last second goal lifts Pirates to state title game

GEORGETOWN — Hidalgo’s Rey Cantu is no stranger to finding the back of the net. The senior forward led the Valley in scoring during...

Confusion among shifting border policies exists as end of Title 42 looms

As the U.S. prepares to end a public health policy initiated three years ago next month, immigrants are struggling to stay informed and keep up with changes.

Pirates, Rattlers gearing up for state tournament

State tournament appearances have become synonymous with Valley soccer since Brownsville Lopez won the RGV’s first title in 2004. During the nearly two-decade span, the...

Title Legacy: Hidalgo’s Nava, Sharyland’s Alanis add state pedigree

Hidalgo’s Anthony Nava doesn’t remember much about the Pirates’ 2009 state championship run. What he does know is he was in the stands the...

‘Free money’: Help available for struggling homeowners

Come Dream Come Build wants residents of Cameron and Willacy counties who are struggling with mortgage, utility or property tax payments to know that help is available — but not indefinitely.

Brownsville names top 3 finalists for downtown mural, seeking votes 

The city of Brownsville has announced the top three local finalists to create a mural downtown, and they want your input. 

US Rep. Gonzalez introduces bill to improve flood mapping

WASHINGTON — U.S. Reps. Vicente Gonzalez, whose district includes Cameron County, and Alex Mooney of West Virginia introduced H.R. 2568, the Improvement of Mapping, Addresses, Geography, Elevation and Structures Act of 2023, a bipartisan bill that would include property level detail in flood maps, allowing individuals as well as governments to know with certainty their risk and proactively prepare for natural disasters.

Valley Baptist Health System CEO to help grow Texas A&M’s McAllen footprint

McALLEN — Texas A&M University announced Monday that longtime Valley Baptist Health System CEO Manny Vela is taking a leadership position at the university’s Higher Education Center as it continues to grow its footprint locally.