27 more COVID-19 deaths in the region
Twenty-one more deaths linked to COVID-19 symptoms were confirmed in Hidalgo County on Friday, bringing the death toll to 2,361.
Hidalgo last reported a death...
Harlingen takes first step to create food truck park
HARLINGEN — For years, brightly long, detailed food trucks have been parking along the city’s streets, drawing residents to their spicy roadside fare featuring...
Keep Texas Beautiful creates Young Texan Ambassador program
HARLINGEN — Young leaders with a passion for the environment and community service have the chance to join a group of like-minded individuals and...
All-STAR Football: Reyes grew into leader for Greyhounds’ defense
SAN BENITO — Playing in the purple and gold of San Benito meant a lot to senior linebacker Aaron Reyes.
He didn’t just grow as...
UTRGV makes long-awaited return to volleyball court
Todd Lowery’s experience as an NAIA coach is coming back to help him.
After more than 425 days without competing against another team, the UTRGV...
Workforce agency extends break for child-care providers
HARLINGEN — The Texas Workforce Commission has OK’d an additional $81.5 million from the federal CARES Act to extend an enhanced reimbursement rate for...
COVID cases up by 750 in Hidalgo County as 17 die
Hidalgo County officials reported 17 COVID-19 related deaths and an additional 750 positive cases of the virus Thursday, raising the case tally here to...
Harlingen Humane Society to host low-cost microchip clinic
HARLINGEN — The Humane Society of Harlingen will host a low-cost microchip clinic for community pets Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.
Microchips are usually...
Nine young Harlingen musicians make all-state ensemble
HARLINGEN – It was a long time coming.
But David Cavazos and Michelle Andrade have finally achieved their coveted goal: a position in the lofty...
Sand Dollars for Success: City of SPI EDC opens grant program application
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND — From restaurants and clothing stores to flower shops, existing and startup businesses in this coastal city have the chance to...