Three caught trying to smuggle ammunition into Mexico
Three men who allegedly tried to export 7,000 rounds of high-powered ammunition into Mexico are in custody after Homeland Security Investigations tracked the attempt on Monday at a residence in Harlingen, an apartment in McAllen, and at the Pharr Port of Entry.
New San Benito school board changes district’s attorney
SAN BENITO — The San Benito school district’s new board of trustees is taking its first big steps toward changing the administration’s operations since voters flipped the panel’s majority in the May 6 election.
San Benito barbecue joint not just blowing smoke with brisket tacos
SAN BENITO — Pappasito’s Smokehouse And Then Some sits on the corner of East Stenger Street and East Milam Street in a building that for many years housed the Diamond G Food Store, a staple for many San Benitians throughout the 70s, 80s and 90s.
LUPE holds vigil for 8-year-old girl who died in Border Patrol custody
BROWNSVILLE — La Unión del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) held a vigil here at Alice Wilson Hope Park Tuesday morning in memory of Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, an 8-year-old girl from Panama who died while detained by U.S. Border Patrol in Harlingen.
State Rep. Lopez bill streamlines heavy cargo
State Rep. Janie Lopez’s bill aimed at streamlining big cargo is headed for Gov. Gregg Abbott’s desk to become law.
RGV Humane Society needs your help fostering animals
The Rio Grande Valley Humane Society dog kennels are over capacity at both of their locations and they’re asking the community for help in fostering or finding forever homes for the canines.
Parkwood homeowners in Harlingen oppose trail project; argue third phase would cut into backyards
HARLINGEN — Some Parkwood subdivision homeowners are standing up against the city’s proposed third phase of the Arroyo Colorado Hike and Bike Trail, arguing the 6-foot-wide asphalt strip would cut across parts of their backyards.
Rep. De La Cruz brings first bill to House for vote; passes successfully
U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz’s office announced a bill intended to curb the financing of “Illegal synthetic drugs” was passed in the U.S. House of Representatives Monday.
State Rep. Lopez bill to help fund drainage projects; headed for Abbott’s desk
HARLINGEN — State Rep. Janie Lopez, whose district includes Cameron and Willacy counties, announced her legislation aimed at helping fund drainage projects is headed for Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk to be signed into law.
Jehovah’s Witness convention returning to La Feria
LA FERIA — After a three-year absence due to the pandemic, La Feria was chosen to once again host the Jehovah’s Witnesses global three-day convention, titled “Exercise Patience.”