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Latino vote helped thwart Texas Republicans' redistricting effort

Last year, the Republican-controlled Texas legislature redrew its congressional maps in a controversial mid-decade redistricting effort aimed at giving the GOP five more House seats. Encouraged by President Donald Trump's strong showing among Hispanic voters in 2024, they concentrated on four districts in the heavily Latino Rio Grande Valley in South Texas.

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Weslaco celebrates Arbor Day with tribute to Major Omar Alonzo Adame

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Community members gathered at La Plazita Park in Weslaco to celebrate Arbor Day and plant a tree in honor of the late U.S. Marine Corps Major Omar Alonzo Adame. RELATED STORIES: New all-inclusive playground now open in McAllen The City of Weslaco Parks & Recreation Department hosted an Arbor Day celebration […]

Weslaco, TX · 6d

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Texas–Mexico Manufacturing Ecosystem Forum 2027: The Event Bringing Together Companies and Industrial Leaders from Texas and Mexico

The Texas–Mexico Manufacturing Ecosystem Forum 2027 is a binational manufacturing event that will take place on May 12–13, 2027, at the Harlingen Convention Center in Harlingen, Texas, within the Rio South Texas Region. Over two days, the event will feature an industrial exhibition, conferences, specialized panels, a roundtable focused on integrating the Texas–Mexico manufacturing ecosystem, one-on-one business meetings, and networking opportunities.

Harlingen, TX · 7d
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MyRGV.com

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Former Rio Hondo teacher sues district over prayer at mandatory meetings

A longtime Rio Grande Valley educator has filed a federal First Amendment lawsuit against the Rio Hondo Independent School District, its superintendent and board president, claiming that coerced prayer at mandatory staff meetings violated his religious freedoms under the Constitution. The post Former Rio Hondo teacher sues district over prayer at mandatory meetings appeared first on MyRGV.com .

Rio Hondo, TX · 8d

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Los Fresnos Mighty Falcon Band heads to state marching contest for first time in school history

Los Fresnos, TX (KRGV) — Ten Rio Grande Valley high school marching bands are competing at the UIL State Marching Band Competition underway at the Alamodome in San Antonio. A few Valley schools have already performed, and Raymondville was the state runner-up in Class 4A. Los Fresnos also made it to state in the competition for the first time in school history.

Los Fresnos, TX · 6d

MyRGV.com

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San Benito superintendent lands ‘good’ marks on evaluation

SAN BENITO — The school board here is giving Superintendent Fred Perez “good” marks on his job performance while planning to boost student test scores and enrollment as he enters his third year in office, board President Orlando Lopez said Wednesday. The post San Benito superintendent lands ‘good’ marks on evaluation appeared first on MyRGV.com .

San Benito, TX · 6d

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Texas Set to Execute John Rubio Nov. 12 Despite Mental Illness Claims

John Rubio is scheduled to die by execution on November 12 in Texas, 23 years, 8 months and 1 day after he and Angela Camacho beheaded their three young children — a toddler and two infants — in a Brownsville apartment. His attorneys say he suffers from mental health problems, and they are racing to stop a punishment they argue the state has no legal right to carry out.

Texas · 6d

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Elon Musk Spent Big on the Midterms. His Texas Neighbors Voted Differently

Cameron County, home to SpaceX's launch site, overwhelmingly backed Democrats despite Elon Musk's spending on Texas Republicans.

Cameron County, TX · 6d

ValleyCentral

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Democrat Julio Salinas takes House District 41 race

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Democrat Julio Salinas won the State House District 41 race, unofficial election results show. Salinas received 68% of the vote, with about 88% reporting, compared to Republican challenger Gary Groves.

Harlingen, TX · 8d

ValleyCentral

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‘We knew we were going to make some waves’: Democrats celebrate election gains as Republicans regroup

PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Democrats in Hidalgo County are celebrating major election victories across Texas, while Cameron County Republican leaders say the party has work to do following Tuesday’s election results. Richard Gonzales, Hidalgo County Democratic Party chair, said the results exceeded expectations as Democrats made significant gains across the state. “Words cannot express how […]

Hidalgo County, TX · 7d

MyRGV.com

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Patel returns as SPI mayor; Los Fresnos heads toward runoff

South Padre Island will soon see the return of businessman Barry Patel to the mayoral seat after he defeated incumbent Patrick McNulty in the Nov. 3 election, according to unofficial results. The post Patel returns as SPI mayor; Los Fresnos heads toward runoff appeared first on MyRGV.com .

South Padre Island, TX · 6d

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Steve Guerra projected to win Cameron County judge's race

Brownsville, TX (KRGV) — Cameron County voters have cast their ballots, and the unofficial results show Democrat Steve Guerra is the new county judge. Guerra ran against Republican Mauro Garza for the seat. Unofficial results show, Guerra obtained 65,843 votes, or 67%, and Garza obtained 32,584 votes, or 33%.

Cameron County, TX · 8d

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Hargill marks 100 years with celebration at community park

Hargill, TX (KRGV) — The city of Hargill will celebrate 100 years with a free event on Saturday, according to organizers. The celebration will take place at the community park across from Hargill Elementary School. The town's railroad station dates to 1926. At the start, Rio Farms brought new...

Hargill, TX · 9d

WFXR

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Democrats hope to flip Hispanic-majority House district on South Texas border

The race for Texas 15th Congressional District, which spans from the South Texas border with Mexico to northeast of San Antonio, is one the nation will be watching in today's elections to see if a Democrat can take back this seat from a Republican in a majority Hispanic district that flipped red just a few years ago.

Texas · 8d

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Edinburg Veterans Day Parade Canceled Due to Weather; Stars and Stripes Concert Moves Indoors to ACE Center

Edinburg, Veterans Day, Stars and Stripes Concert, Jay Perez, ACE Center, City of Edinburg, Edinburg Cultural Arts Department. Edinburg TX – The City of Edinburg’s Veterans Day Parade, originally scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. along Closner Boulevard, has been canceled due to inclement weather. The...

Edinburg, TX · 6d

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Work begins on intersection improvement project near rural Hidalgo County schools

San Carlos, TX (KRGV) — Crews have started a $900,000 project to make four intersections safer, including three near school zones, Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Commissioner Ellie Torres said. Construction started this week at Ramseyer Road and Doolittle Road. The county will then move work to the other three...

Hidalgo County, TX · 6d

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The Valley pays tribute to Veterans

The Rio Grande Valley goes out of their way to pay tribute to Veterans on, or around, Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all who have served in the United States Armed Forces acknowledging their sacrifice, courage, and dedication to the country. While its origin lies in Armistice Day, which commemorated...

Mcallen, TX · 7d

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Mission city manager selection process again delayed

The Mission City Council again took no action Tuesday on selecting a city manager. Mission hasn’t had a single permanent city manager in over a year. In August, Mission City Council voted to initiate a search for one helmed by its law firm. That search ultimately netted nine applications.

Mission, TX · 9d

ValleyCentral

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STHS hosting free event for veterans this weekend

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — South Texas Health System will host its free, annual Salute to Valley Veterans Concert & Community Fair event this weekend. The event is happening on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at its STHS building in Edinburg. The concert will feature REDLINE, a local country music band. At the community fair, the […]

Edinburg, TX · 6d

theedinburgadvocate.com

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Edinburg City Council Honors Desert Storm Veterans, Tables Subdivision Variance, Approves Water and Sewer Master Plan Contract

Edinburg, Edinburg City Council, Desert Storm Veterans, Ambit Heights, Key Club, Logan Cantu, Strider Cup, Water and Sewer Master Plan, Jay Perez, ACE Arena. Edinburg TX – The Edinburg City Council, meeting without Mayor Omar Ochoa, honored local Desert Shield and Desert Storm veterans, tabled a contentious subdivision variance request, and authorized a professional services contract for a city water and sewer master plan at its Nov. 4 meeting. Mayor Pro Tem David Salazar Jr. presided.

Edinburg, TX · 6d