As the New Year approaches, the City of Brownsville is reminding residents that celebratory gunfire is dangerous, illegal, and can have deadly consequences. Discharging a firearm for any reason other than self-defense is prohibited within city limits.
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The Brownsville City Commission on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, issued a proclamation declaring the day as “Helen Ramirez Day,” recognizing City Manager Helen Ramirez for her transformative leadership and lasting contributions to the City of Brownsville....
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The Brownsville Fire Department has officially opened registration for its upcoming entry-level firefighter/paramedic exam, inviting dedicated and service-minded individuals to apply. The exam is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, at 9:00 AM....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Chief Meteorologist Bryan Hale and Meteorologist Marcelo Gonzalez take apart the latest long range look at the fall and winter weather forecasts for Deep South Texas. El Niño is expected to play a big role in bringing higher rainfall numbers thr...
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With assistance from Bissell’s Pet Foundation National Fall Empty the Shelters™ Reduced-Fee Adoption Event, the Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center is making pet adoptions more affordable than ever for two weeks; all pet adoptions are $25....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The large, upper-level area of high pressure that has brought us such a hot and relatively dry summer will continue to bring heat as fall officially begins later today. However, it will also start to get a little better chance of rain. It has po...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A driver is in custody after allegedly leading the Texas Department of Public Safety on a high-speed chase Tuesday morning, according to a DPS spokesperson. DPS said a trooper attempted to stop a vehicle, but for unknown reasons, the driver did ...
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The City of Brownsville is preparing to relocate the historic Neale House on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, as the structure is moved to a new location at Linear Park....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — September 22nd marks the arrival of the Fall Equinox, the moment the sun crosses directly over the equator, bringing nearly equal amounts of daylight and darkness around the world. In the Rio Grande Valley, the equinox will occur Tuesday at 7:04...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- City leaders gathered at the McAllen Convention Center on Monday to announce new details on its annual holiday parade. The McAllen Holiday Parade is an annual event known for its displays of giant floats, lights and festive cheer. The theme of ...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- City leaders in Harlingen are inviting the community to its upcoming town hall. The town hall will serve to keep residents informed and engaged about city developments in Harlingen. Harlingen Mayor Norma Sepulveda and the Harlingen City Commiss...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Our ValleyCentral Game of the Week is Edinburg Vela at Los Fresnos! We are hitting the road on Friday to bring you live coverage and full highlights starting at our 6 p.m. newscast. And don't forget to submit your vote for our Team of the Week! ...
