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2/22/2025 2:30:00 PM

Boost Your South Texas Garden: Expert Programs to Prep for Spring Success" Discover essential gardening tips and programs tailored for South Texas

# Unlock Your Green Thumb: South Texas Gardening Programs to Spring into Action Spring is just around the corner, and for South Texas gardeners, it’s the perfect time to get your hands dirty. Whether...

2/21/2025 11:46:00 PM

Paws and Brews: Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Teams Up with PJ’s Coffee for a Pup Cup Photo Contest!" Join the fun as Hidalgo County Precinct 3 and PJ’s

Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Teams Up with PJ’s Coffee for a Pawsome Photo ContestHidalgo County Precinct 3 and PJ’s Coffee are brewing up something special for pet lovers! The two have joined forces to ...

2/22/2025 12:22:00 AM

McAllen Woman Arrested with 48 Pounds of Cocaine at Progreso Bridge by CBP

McAllen Woman Faces Charges After CBP Uncovers 48 Pounds of Cocaine at Progreso BridgeIn a shocking turn of events, a McAllen woman has been charged after U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offi...

2/22/2025 4:18:11 AM

Photo Gallery: Warriors Crush Rattlers, Advance to Regional Semifinals in Dominant Win

# Warriors Dominate Rattlers, Secure Spot in Regional Semifinals The Warriors delivered a commanding performance on the court, overwhelming the Rattlers to clinch their spot in the regional semifinal...

2/16/2025 10:30:00 PM

Join the Fight: National Invasive Species Awareness Week Kicks Off Feb. 24-28!

# National Invasive Species Awareness Week: Protecting Our Ecosystems From **February 24 to 28**, the nation will observe *National Invasive Species Awareness Week* (NISAW), a critical initiative aim...

2/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

Rethinking Health Insurance Taxes: Balancing Costs and Coverage for Better Care

Why Taxing Health Insurance Could Be a Double-Edged SwordHealth insurance is a cornerstone of financial security for millions of Americans. But what happens when the government considers taxing it? Th...

2/16/2025 6:30:13 PM

Idle Buses, Empty Boats: Sharp Decline in Illegal Crossings Hits Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Operations

Idle Buses, Empty Boats: Arrests for Illegal Crossings Plummet in the Rio Grande ValleyIn a surprising turn of events, illegal border crossings in the Rio Grande Valley have seen a significant decline...

2/16/2025 5:25:00 AM

2024 Sales Surge: Valley Cities See Major Growth, State Data Reveals

Valley Cities Experience Record Sales Growth in 2024, State Data RevealsIn a surprising turn of events, major cities across the Rio Grande Valley have reported significant sales growth in 2024, accord...

2/21/2025 11:32:00 PM

Valley’s Buzzing Diversity: Photojournalist Captures Stunning Imagery of 100+ Bee Species

# Discover the Buzz: Over 100 Bee Species Documented in the Valley by Passionate Photographer The Rio Grande Valley is buzzing with excitement—literally! A dedicated photojournalist has captured the ...

2/22/2025 12:17:00 AM

STC and Mission Schools Team Up to Ignite Future Firefighters' Passion and Skills

STC and Mission School District Join Forces to Ignite Future FirefightersIn an exciting new collaboration, South Texas College (STC) and the Mission Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) are...

2/22/2025 1:50:00 AM

ICE Launches Worksite Enforcement Operation at McAllen's Suehay Tortilleria

# ICE Conducts Worksite Enforcement at Suehay Tortilleria in McAllen: What You Need to Know In a recent operation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) executed a worksite enforcement actio...

2/21/2025 1:09:00 AM

McAllen Municipal Election: Meet the Candidates Ready to Shape the City’s Future!

# McAllen Municipal Election 2025: Meet the Candidates Shaping the Future The stage is set for the 2025 McAllen municipal election, and the race is heating up as candidates step forward to vie for ke...

2/16/2025 10:35:00 PM

Pretty Plants We Love to Hate: Invasive Species You Don’t Want in Your Yard

Not in My Yard! Pretty Plants We Secretly HateWhen it comes to gardening, beauty is often in the eye of the beholder. But what happens when those "beautiful" plants turn into invasive nightmares? From...

2/16/2025 5:30:00 PM

Starr County Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Illegal Weapons Possession

Starr County Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Weapons Possession: A Deeper LookA Starr County man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison after being found guilty of illegal weapons possession...

2/16/2025 5:00:00 PM

McAllen Man Gets 5 Years in Prison on Firearms Charges – Full Story Inside!

# McAllen Man Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Firearms Charge A McAllen man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison after being convicted on a firearms charge, marking another significa...

2/15/2025 4:49:10 AM

Photo Gallery: Sabercats Edge Out Lobos in Thrilling Area Round Showdown

Sabercats Triumph in Nail-Biting Area Round Clash Against LobosThe Sabercats delivered a thrilling performance in the area round, securing a hard-fought victory over the Lobos. The game, filled with i...

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Seatbelt Absence Worsens Injuries in Porter Township Collision

Two Hospitalized Following Single-Vehicle Collision in Porter TownshipSeatbelt Usage Cited as Critical Factor in Passenger InjuriesEmergency crews responded to a serious roadway incident in Porter Tow...

4/19/2026 9:20:18 AM

Find Fun and Connect With Neighbors This Weekend

Weekend Showcases Local Creativity and Community ConnectionEvents Across the Region Aim to Bring People TogetherThis weekend, the region is set to come alive with a diverse array of local events desig...

4/19/2026 9:19:58 AM

Families Uprooted as Lightning Ignites Apartment Inferno

Lightning Strike Ignites Blaze, Displacing Nineteen Residents A sudden afternoon thunderstorm turned destructive when a lightning strike sparked a significant fire at a multi-unit apartment com...