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Special to the PRESS DHR Health’s 20th annual Fishing for Hope Tournament reeled in more than half a million dollars for healthcare services benefiting uninsured and underserved families across the Rio Grande Valley. The Aug. 22 tournament, held at Jim’s Pier on South Padre Islan...
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Moments in Time is a collection of recovered newspaper briefs and other publications, compiled by local historian, Steve Hathcock, offering a look back at the history of the Rio Grande Valley. Steve Hathcock is a local historian and a regular columnist for the Port Isabel South P...
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By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS This past Friday, Aug. 21 the Port Isabel ECHS football team travel to Weslaco to take on the Panthers in its final scrimmage of the preseason. Unlike the previous week where Port Isabel edged out St. Joe and showcased an impressiv...
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By CONSTANCIO MARTINEZ, JR. Special to the PRESS The wait is finally over. After two-a-days in the grueling heat, the players and coaches are eager for the start of the regular football season. For the Port Isabel Tarpons, the new season begins with the same expectations-win dist...
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Bryan Ramos | Staff Writer EDINBURG — As the UTRGV Vaqueros progressed week by week through their inaugural season, each win was followed by one question — “What’s next?” With no standard set in Year 1, last year’s team had the ability to lay the foundation and set a high bar for...
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The possibility of professional soccer coming to Brownsville is moving closer to reality after the United Soccer League secured an interested partner and Brownsville advanced as one of the final cities being considered for an expansion team....
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H ARLINGEN — The city is planning to revamp its lighting as it works to clear up the night sky. As part of a move to clean up the night’s hazy orange glow, city officials are taking steps to join the International Dark Sky Association, a nonprofit organization aiming to cut light...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two people are wanted on credit card abuse charges for multiple unauthorized card transactions over the past month, according to the McAllen Police Department. McAllen police issued arrest warrants for suspects Elisa Yvette Colombel and Cindy Th...
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A 27-year-old Brownsville drug trafficker has been sentenced to 10 years in prison, court records show. Eduardo Rodriguez Jr., who pleaded guilty on Nov. 5, 2024 to possession with intent to deliver cocaine and conspiracy to launder monetary instruments, was sentenced on Wednesda...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - In this episode of Valley Storm Team, Meteorologist Lexie Walker and Forecaster Craig Verley dive into a few details about the continuing and worsening drought conditions in the Rio Grande Valley. Updated drought data shows more of the Valley be...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) - Its another day with hot, muggy and sunny conditions. Highs will peak in the triple digits, running 5 to 10 degrees above average for end of August normals. Feels like temps will reach around 111° with southeast winds at 5 to 15mph. Look for ant...
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The City of Brownsville is helping local tire businesses prepare for new requirements under Municipal Tire Ordinance 2026-1798, which goes into effect on October 1, 2026....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — La Joya Independent School District is addressing three separate incidents at one of its elementary schools and middle schools. Officials at the district sent out a letter to the families of students at Tabasco Elementary to report that on Frida...
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Representatives from GBEDC, Texas Southmost College, and BISD recently held a Career and Technical Summit to strengthen connections between education, workforce training, and local industry....
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As families and friends across Brownsville prepare to celebrate Labor Day weekend, the City of Brownsville is reminding everyone to make safety a priority and never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent arrested in connection with the shooting of a Venezuelan man during an immigration operation in Minneapolis was released from custody early Thursday morning. Christian Castro walked out of the Carriza...
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STAFF REPORT The start of football season means the return of our weekly football pick ’em. Check out who our staff picked in each of this week’s contests! The post RGVSports.com Pigskin Pick ‘Em (Week 1) appeared first on MyRGV.com ....
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McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A businessman who defrauded a pandemic-era loan program pleaded guilty on Tuesday. Edgar De La Garza, 46, of Brownsville co-owned River Valley Investment Group, a real estate company. During the pandemic, River Valley Investment Group requested a ...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees approved an employment contract for its new superintendent, Angela Dominguez. Dominguez was officially named Superintendent of Schools for Edinburg CISD on Tuesday during a...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- Hot temperatures continue to dominate Deep South Texas as a stubborn dome of high pressure maintains its grip over the region. Afternoon highs are expected to surge well above 100 degrees once again, with abundant sunshine and very limited rain...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The subjects of a murder suicide in rural Mission have been identified by the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to a welfare call after 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the 2500 block of Jessica Ave. The welfare check led to the discover...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Before high school football season kicks off, take a peek beyond the sidelines with the Valley Sports Central team. From a legacy running back at McAllen Memorial looking to make his own name to a trailblazing kicker at Harlingen and Pace's Swis...
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Cameron County is set to benefit from a $192.4 million investment to widen State Highway 4 (Boca Chica Boulevard) between Brownsville and Starbase as part of Texas’ newly approved 10-year transportation plan....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The La Joya Independent School District announced it has invested $2.7 million to purchase 18 new school buses. La Joya ISD said the investment aligns with its Achieving Excellence Together 2030 strategic plan supporting student learning and lon...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Bobcat Stadium in Rio Hondo is still under construction. The Rio Hondo Independent School District broke ground on the $6 million sports complex renovation in June. Renovations included new turf at the football, softball and baseball fields, LED...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Harlingen has approved an updated decorum ordinance to ensure the efficiency of commissioner meetings. A proposal to update the city's original ordinance was introduced in a regular city meeting on Aug. 5. On Aug. 19, the Harlingen C...
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Check out the first RGVSports.com 5A/6A Top 10 poll of the season as voted on by our staff. The post RGVSports.com Preseason 5A/6A Top 10 Poll appeared first on MyRGV.com ....
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Check out the first RGVSports.com preseason sub-5A poll of the season along with a preview for all of the RGV’s sub-5A schools. Others receiving votes: Port Isabel TEAM PREVIEWS DISTRICT 16-4A DI EDCOUCH-ELSA Members of Edcouch-Elsa’s 2026 football team. (Joel Martinez | The Moni...
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S AN BENITO — The new city commission is planning a $20 million general fund budget coming with a $20.9 million fund balance and a 1-cent tax cut. While planning budget cuts, commissioners are proposing to trim the property tax rate from 70 cents to 69 cents per $100 valuation, M...
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B ROWNSVILLE — Members of the public who have something to say about Cameron County’s proposed tax rate will have a final chance to speak next week before commissioners take a final vote. Commissioners set a public hearing on the tax rate for next Tuesday when they will also take...
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Christian Castro A federal judge in Brownsville has denied the state of Minnesota’s request for a temporary restraining order to stop the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office releasing ICE agent Christian Castro, who has a warrant in the state, from custody. On Wednesday afternoon, U....
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The City of Brownsville invites the community to celebrate the Cannery Public Market’s official opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM at 1700 E. 6th Street....
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BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) — A federal judge on Wednesday refused to order Texas to extradite an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged with shooting a man and lying about it during the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis. U.S. District Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr. wro...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A suspect is in critical condition after an officer-involved shooting in Edinburg. Shortly after 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Edinburg police responded to a disturbance call on the 2000 block of Joy Street. When police arrived and knocked on the door, p...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This summer, the Rio Grande Valley got a taste of Hollywood as the city of Mercedes played host to its first-ever movie production. "El Jardin" is set to premiere this fall starring actor and San Juan native David Barrera. In this edition of Val...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Elsa police arrested a 17-year-old student accused of making a threat against IDEA Elsa Academy. Elsa police did not identify the student, who is facing a charge of terroristic threat causing serious bodily injury. The student remains in custody...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Our days in the triple-digit heat continue today. Under mostly sunny skies, most of the Valley will see highs reaching at least 100 degrees. When you factor in the humidity, it may feel more like 105-111 during the hottest part of the afternoon....
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Get your best white outfit ready because First Friday is returning to Downtown Brownsville with a night filled with music, dancing, food, shopping, and plenty of local flavor....
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The City of Brownsville is bringing its B.R.I.G.H.T. neighborhood cleanup initiative to District 3, giving residents in the Ebony Heights area an opportunity to clear away unwanted items while helping keep their community clean and beautiful....
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The post 2026 High School Football Preview – Hidalgo appeared first on MyRGV.com .
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A slowdown on I-2 westbound from the Main St. exit to the Hutto Rd exit in Donna is causing traffic to back up. ValleyCentral reached out to the Donna Police Department but has yet to receive a response....
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Tras el éxito de los 10 años de aniversario de UTRGV, la universidad planea continuar expandiendo programas académicos, The post UTRGV planea oportunidades y expansión para el 2026-27 appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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Through crafting activities, story times and summer literacy program events, the public library offers a wide range of The post Brownsville Public Library offers space for children appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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Following the success of the 10th UTRGV anniversary, the university plans to continue expanding academic programs, healthcare, research The post UTRGV plans opportunity, expansion for 2026-27 appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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In a May 7 news release, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he will investigate multiple public school The post Brownsville, McAllen ISDs respond to ongoing investigation appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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Jorge Rios | THE RIDER UTRGV issued changes to student loan options and repayment plans on July 1, The post Update to loan options take effect appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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The UTRGV Men’s Soccer Team started their season off preparing for their first appearance in the Ohio Valley The post Men’s soccer prepare for first OVC season appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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Residents attended the Brownsville City Commission Meeting on Tuesday opposing the rumored building of an AI data center The post ‘We want to fight for what’s right’ appeared first on The Rider Newspaper ....
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Just one day remains before the start of the Texas high school football season, with teams across the RGV hitting the field for their first official games tomorrow. As the first kickoff of the year draws closer, we continue our countdown with our annual preseason Top 30 players l...
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IVAN PALACIOS | STAFF WRITER MISSION — Sharyland Pioneer entered Tuesday’s non-district matchup against McAllen Memorial having lost just three sets and one match through its first 18 games. The Mustangs doubled both totals after Tuesday’s clash, taking down the Diamondbacks 25-1...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Downtown Harlingen is seeking local businesses that can contribute to Fiesta de Piñatas on Sep. 14. Fiesta de Piñatas is a family-friendly event featuring Mexican cuisine, live music, and piñata-hitting at Gutierrez Park and W. Van Buren. The fr...
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BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A federal judge in Brownsville is expected to issue a written order Wednesday on whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Christian Castro will remain in custody in Texas or be extradited to Minnesota to face criminal assault charges....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — SpaceX is one step closer to expanding operations near the Port of Brownsville after the Brownsville City Commission approved a first reading of an ordinance disannexing hundreds of acres of land in Cameron County. SpaceX representatives have to...
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A file photo of a stack of Starlink satellites prior to deployment from a Falcon 9 upper stage. Image: SpaceX Update Aug. 26, 6:15 a.m. EDT (1015 UTC): SpaceX landed its first stage booster. SpaceX launched its latest Starlink mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in the preda...
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Brownsville residents and members of the business community will have an opportunity to hear directly from City Manager Alan Guard during the next Friday with the City, hosted in partnership with the Brownsville Chamber....
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Edinburg pastor who has been charged with indecency with a child is now facing child grooming charges, according to a spokesperson from the city of Edinburg. Jorge Gonzalez Martinez, 49, of Iglesia Internacional Poder y Gloria, appeared befor...
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H ARLINGEN — After 27 years, the city is posting new rules overseeing citizens’ speech during public meetings. For two months, officials wrote through two revisions before setting the policy amid residents’ heated feedback. While officials argue the policy is less restrictive tha...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As hurricane season reaches its peak in the Rio Grande Valley, Chief Meteorologist Bryan Hale sits down with Cameron County Emergency Management Coordinator Tom Hushen to discuss the importance of being prepared before a storm threatens. From or...
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HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The city of Weslaco held a breakfast at city hall on Tuesday morning ahead of the city's cross-town rivalry game scheduled for Friday. The football game between Weslaco and Weslaco East is called the Tinaco Bowl, and has not been played in years...
