Tag: Weslaco
Weslaco’s Mid-Valley Airport receives $5.7 million infusion of funding
In a collaborative effort, several Rio Grande Valley legislators announced the allocation of over $5 million in funding for the Mid-Valley Airport in Weslaco of which the majority will go to expanding the airport hangar.
14 arrested for illegal gambling in rural Weslaco
The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office on Friday said it busted an illegal gaming establishment called Mega Slots in rural Weslaco on Wednesday.
Texas Rangers investigating police shooting in Peñitas
The Texas Rangers are investigating a shooting involving police on Tuesday morning.
Weslaco man who stabbed uncle to death during meth binge loses appeal
An appellate court has denied a claim from a 36-year-old Weslaco man who was convicted of stabbing his 54-year-old uncle to death in 2020.
Ready for the road: Hinojosa brothers share passion for restoring cars
WESLACO — Meet Casper.
Ceremony honors Texas Boys State delegates in RGV following program in June
Texas Boys State delegates participated in reflections presentation and certificates of recognition ceremony recently at Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Conference Center in Weslaco.
Hidalgo County mulls severing ties with PVAS, building its own animal shelter
EDINBURG — As the costs of dealing with stray and lost animals continue to rise, Hidalgo County officials are considering cutting ties with the nonprofit organization that has run animal control services here for decades.
Wanted Weslaco man caught at Brownsville bridge with heroin-packed shoes
A Weslaco man is under arrest after he literally tried to walk more than a pound of heroin into the country that was hidden in the soles of his shoes while having an outstanding warrant for his arrest.
Weslaco school board OKs pay raises in $180 million budget
The Weslaco school board approved last month a balanced $180 million budget and a compensation plan that includes pay increases for employees.
Weslaco man gets 2 years for 75-year-old’s shooting death
EDINBURG — A Weslaco man pleaded guilty Thursday morning for his involvement in the death of a 75-year-old man who was shot and killed in his sleep.