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Weslaco Police offer free women's self-defense class
By Mia Morales at ValleyCentral
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Weslaco Police Department is hosting a free women's self-defense class. The class is taking place from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 20, at the Weslaco Police Department, located at 300 S. Bridge Ave. The department hopes the class can help the community learn...
Key takeaway on Monday, July 20, at the Weslaco Police Department, located at 300 S.
Why this matters in The Brownsville
The Weslaco Police Department's free women's self-defense class is a valuable resource for the community, and its proximity to Brownsville means local residents can also take advantage of this opportunity. As a major border and immigration hub, the Rio Grande Valley faces unique safety concerns, making self-defense skills a crucial tool for women in the area. The class's focus on practical self-defense techniques can help empower women to protect themselves in potentially dangerous situations. Brownsville residents who attend the class can apply these skills in their daily lives, whether walking alone in the city or traveling to and from work. The Port of Brownsville and SpaceX's Starbase launch site at Boca Chica also attract visitors and workers from surrounding areas, including Weslaco, making community-led safety initiatives like this class a welcome addition to the region's safety landscape.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Weslaco Police Department is hosting a free women's self-defense class. The class is taking place from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 20, at the Weslaco Police Department, located at 300 S. Bridge Ave. The department hopes the class can help the community learn...
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