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Hidalgo County Judge issues disaster declaration in the wake of weekend storms
After weekend storms caused widespread damage and power outages in the region, Hidalgo County Judge Richard F. Cortez declared a disaster on Monday and appealed to Governor Greg Abbott for state emergency assistance. The disaster declaration is a necessary step to request help from state and federal agencies to cope with the storm’s impact, which…
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Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 Proposes $195M Bond Vote May 6
The bond election would have ZERO impact on the tax rate, district claims.EDINBURG, TX March 29, 2023 In its ongoing effort to mitigate flood problems and increase local drainage capacity during major rain events, the Hidalgo County Drainage District No. 1 is proposing a $195 million bond package during the upcoming May 6 election. Hidalgo…
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$2.8M Grant Helps STC Break Digital Barriers For Students
Photo above: South Texas College recently received a $2.8 million National Institute of Standards and Technology grant to increase internet service across all STC campuses. Sotelo, McAllen TX, March 28, 2023 South Texas College has been working to increase digital capabilities for its students, and to support this effort, the college recently received a $2.8 million…
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UTRGV, HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division Set Up Physician Residencies At Brownsville, McAllen Hospitals
Photo above: UTRGV and the HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division announced on Monday morning an agreement to bring 30 resident physicians to Brownsville and McAllen by summer 2024, with plans to seat 150 total resident physician positions by 2029. This is the first time UTRGV will have a residency program in Brownsville. (UTRGV Photo by David Pike) EDINBURG,…
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Deborah Cordova Selected As FemCity speaker For April 2023
Photo above: Deborah Cordova is the featured speaker for the April 11, 2023, FemCity Meeting. She will be speaking on what makes you feel empowered. McAllen, Texas, March 26, 2023 FemCity RGV will have as its guest speaker Deborah Cordova on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. The meeting will be held at Maria Cruz Restaurant & Bar, Downtown McAllen, 314 S 16th St. The dress…
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STC To Host ‘Prevent, Treat and Beat Diabetes Symposium’
Photo above: For the second consecutive year, South Texas College will host the Prevent, Treat and Beat Diabetes Symposium, an event focused on raising awareness about one of the Rio Grande Valley’s most prevalent diseases. Edinburg TX, March 23, 2023 For the second consecutive year, South Texas College will host the Prevent, Treat and Beat…
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Justice Of The Peace Maldonado Makes Mental Health Services A Priority In The Courtroom
Edinburg TX, March 23, 2023 The court of Hidalgo County Justice of the Peace Andre Maldonado has partnered with DHR Health to make mental health a priority in the courtroom. Using an app from DHR Health, the court will now be able to receive and approve emergency mental health warrants electronically. The emergency mental health warrants are…
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Suspect Turns Himself In After Shooting Incident
Edinburg, TX, March 22, 2023 Oscar Ivan Ortiz, a suspect identified as the potential gunman in a shooting last week in Edinburg, turned himself in to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office yesterday. On Thursday, March 16, 2023, at approximately 4:00PM., Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 3600 Block of Alamo Road in rural Edinburg, in reference to a gun…
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Gov. Abbott Appoints Fonseca To New Hidalgo County 476th District Court
Edinburg, Texas, March 15, 2023 Ysmael D. Fonseca, Jr., Governor Abbott’s former appointee to the 464th District Court, has been recently appointed to serve as the presiding judge of the 476th District Court in Hidalgo County. Not new to the bench, Fonseca has managed and presided over thousands of criminal, family and civil cases. Hidalgo…
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Oscar-winner Marlee Matlin Headlines UTRGV’s Distinguished Speaker Series
Photo: Marlee Matlin, Academy-award winning actress and activist, will open UTRGV’s Spring 2023 Distinguished Speaker Series on Wednesday, March 22, in Brownsville. Doors open at 7 p.m. for UTRGV students, faculty, and staff; 7:20 p.m. for the general public, and the event starts at 7:30 p.m. (Courtesy Photo by Meagan Shuptar) EDINBURG, TEXAS – MARCH…