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CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES ON BROWNSVILLE’S FUTURE SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET
Construction is moving forward on the highly anticipated Sprouts Farmers Market, which is scheduled to open in Brownsville next year.
MAKE A SPLASH AT BROWNSVILLE’S NEXT DIVE-IN MOVE FEATURING “THE LITTLE RASCALS”
Grab your swimsuit, bring your family, and get ready for a fun-filled summer evening at the pool! The Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to its next Dive-In Movie on Thursday, July 24, at Gonzalez Pool.
WESTBOUND WILD ROSE LANE APPROACH AT CENTRAL BOULEVARD TO CLOSE FOR SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
As part of the Wild Rose Lane Reconstruction Improvements Project, the westbound approach of Wild Rose Lane at Central Boulevard will be closed to all traffic beginning Monday, July 13, 2026, to allow crews to complete sanitary sewer improvements.
BROWNSVILLE’S AFFORDABLE HOUSING MARKET KEEPS THE AMERICAN DREAM WITHIN REACH
XERISCAPING OFFERS BROWNSVILLE HOMEOWNERS A BEAUTIFUL, WATER-SMART LANDSCAPING ALTERNATIVE
BROWNSVILLE EARNS 2026 GOVERNOR’S COMMUNITY ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE
BCIC LAUNCHES ‘BID LIFT’ GRANT PROGRAM TO HELP BROWNSVILLE SMALL BUSINESSES ENHANCE THEIR STOREFRONT
BROWNSVILLE CITY HALL TO UNDERGO MAJOR MODERNIZATION PROJECT BEGINNING DECEMBER 2026
NEW CITY MANAGER ALAN GUARD FOCUSES ON BROWNSVILLE’S GROWTH
PORT OF BROWNSVILLE CELEBRATES DEEPER SHIP CHANNEL, POSITIONING REGION FOR MAJOR ECONOMIC GROWTH
BROWNSVILLE’S PROPOSED FY2027 BUDGET FOCUSES ON GROWTH, PUBLIC SAFETY, AND INFRASTRUCTURE
BROWNSVILLE UNVEILS NEW PUBLIC MURAL CELEBRATING BINATIONAL CULTURE AND COMMUNITY
ALAN GUARD NAMED NEW BROWNSVILLE CITY MANAGER
Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Jr. and the City Commission have selected Alan Guard, ICMA-CM, CGFO, to serve as Brownsville’s next City Manager. The decision was made during the regularly scheduled City Commission meeting on June 16, 2026.
COMMUNITY INVITED TO GET THE LATEST ON BROWNSVILLE’S DOWNTOWN RENAISSANCE AT “FRIDAY WITH THE CITY”
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Brownsville, invites the community to Friday with the City on Friday, July 17, for the latest update on the Downtown Renaissance Master Plan.
CITY COMMISSION HIGHLIGHTS FOR JULY 7, 2026, CITY COMMISSION MEETING
The Brownsville City Commission's July 7 meeting featured recognitions for outstanding community and city achievements while advancing key initiatives focused on economic development, municipal operations, and updates to the City's governing charter.
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND ANIMAL SERVICES INVITES FAMILIES TO “BUG BASH”
The Department of Health, Wellness, and Animal Services invites young nature enthusiasts and their families to discover the fascinating world of insects at Bug Bash.
BOOKS, ART, AND FAMILY FUN COME TOGETHER AT BROWNSVILLE’S ART & LITERACY FESTIVAL
Looking for a fun and free family outing? The City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the community to celebrate creativity, imagination, and the joy of reading at the 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival.
BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY TO HOST FREE SEA TURTLE PROGRAM FOR FAMILIES
The library is partnering with Sea Turtle, Inc. to present a free, family-friendly program that takes attendees on an incredible journey with sea turtles, from nesting and hatching to their long ocean migrations.
CREATURE FEATURE BRINGS THE WONDER OF GLADYS PORTEER ZOO TO VIEWERS
The City of Brownsville and the Gladys Porter Zoo are bringing wildlife education to the community through Creature Feature, a BTV News video series that showcases the incredible animals that call the Gladys Porter Zoo home.
HEAT SAFETY URGED AS RESIDENTS CELEBRATE FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND
As many families head outdoors for Fourth of July celebrations, health officials are reminding residents to make heat safety part of their holiday plans.
CITY SEEKS NEW TEAM MEMBERS ACROSS MULTIPLE DEPARTMENTS
Openings are available in Engineering and Public Works, Organizational Development and Human Resources, and other City divisions, offering opportunities for people with a wide range of skills and experience.
PASSPORT TO DOWNTOWN: SECOND FRIDAY BRINGS WORLD CUP SPIRIT TO BROWNSVILLE
The next Second Friday celebration takes place on Friday, July 10, with this month's theme, "Passport to Downtown," inspired by the excitement of the FIFA World Cup.
BROWNSVILLE OFFICIALS REMIND RESIDENTS TO CELEBRATE SAFELY THIS FOURTH OF JULY
As families prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, Brownsville officials are reminding residents to put safety first and remember that setting off fireworks within the city limits is against the law.
KEEP PETS SAFE THIS FOURTH OF JULY: FIREWORKS CAN CAUSE FEAR AND PANIC
While many families look forward to celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks, loud explosions, and bright flashes can be frightening for pets.
FULL RECONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY ON COFFEE ROAD
A full reconstruction is underway on Coffee Rd. to turn the roadway into a safer, more connected urban street with curb and gutter, a new center turn lane to help improve traffic flow, upgraded drainage, and ADA-compliant sidewalks.
NEW BROWNSVILLE MURAL CELEBRATES CITY’S BINATIONAL CULTURE AND COMMUNITY PRIDE
The City of Brownsville was selected to receive a custom mural through the Star-Spangled Texas Mural Competition, a statewide initiative celebrating America250. Brownsville was the only South Texas community chosen for the honor.
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE INVITES COMMUNITY TO CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT BROWNSVILLE SPORTS PARK
Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July celebration as the City of Brownsville Parks and Rec Department hosts a night of family-friendly fun, live entertainment, and one of the community's favorite summer traditions at Brownsville Sports Park.
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCES FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY OFFICE CLOSURE
The City of Brownsville will observe the Fourth of July holiday by closing all non-emergency municipal offices on Friday, July 3.
BROWNSVILLE SHIP CHANNEL DEEPENING PROJECT OPENS DOOR FOR LARGER SHIPS AND NEW GROWTH
Federal, local, and private partners gathered at the port to celebrate the project, which deepened the Brownsville Ship Channel by an additional 10 feet. The entrance and jetty channels increased from 44 feet to 54 feet.
BROWNSVILLE MAYOR SHOWCASES MAJOR PROJECTS, ECONOMIC GROWTH AT “COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR” EVENT
From road construction and new development to housing and future job opportunities, Brownsville Mayor John Cowen Jr. shared an ambitious look at the city’s future during his June Coffee with the Mayor presentation.
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE REMINDS RESIDENTS PRIVATE POOL RENTALS ARE PROHIBITED
With summer here, the City of Brownsville Planning and Redevelopment Department is reminding residents that renting private residential pools for parties or events is prohibited under city ordinances.
How to Find Free Food in Brownsville: Pantries, SNAP & WIC
Search 567,859+ verified resources for food, healthcare, and housing — all 50 states, DC, and US territories. Free. A practical guide for Brownsville: pantries, SNAP, WIC, the 211 referral line, and how to use the free Feed America directory at feedam.org.
EVERY DROP COUNTS: SAVE MORE WATER AND MONEY THIS SUMMER
Summer is a great time to look for simple ways to save water at home, and the Brownsville Public Utility Board’s Go-Green Rebate Program can help you get started.
BCIC OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR FINAL EDA-FUNDED STARTUP TEXAS COHORT AT THE EBRIDGE CENTER
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) has opened applications for the final cohort of Programming for Startup Texas funded through its U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant.
SURVEY: BROWNSVILLE RESIDENTS SAY CITY IS MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION
The survey, conducted in partnership with OnPointe Insights, gathered feedback from nearly 1,000 residents on the city’s progress, quality of life, and areas where the community wants to see continued investment.
BROWNSVILLE HIGHLIGHTS MOSQUITO SAFETY DURING NATIONAL MOSQUITO CONTROL AWARENESS WEEK
As National Mosquito Control Awareness Week is recognized from June 21 through June 27, the City of Brownsville is reminding residents that mosquito prevention is a shared effort between the community and the City’s Vector Control team.
RESIDENTS SAY BROWNSVILLE IS MOVING FORWARD
Brownsville residents say the city is moving in the right direction, but they also want leaders to continue focusing on basic community needs such as roads, drainage, housing, traffic, public safety and responsible growth.
MAYOR JOHN COWEN JR. INVITES COMMUNITY TO COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Mayor John Cowen Jr. invites residents to join him for Coffee with the Mayor on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 5:30PM to 7:00 PM. at the Main Branch of the Brownsville Public Library at 2600 Central Blvd.
CITY OF BROWNSVILLE INVITES RESIDENTS TO COMMUNITY BUDGET AND SURVEY RESULTS MEETING
The City of Brownsville invites residents to participate in an upcoming community meeting to learn about the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and review the results of the City’s recent Community Survey.