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Docs: Intoxicated man jailed after hitting ‘friend’ with car
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Alamo man is behind bars after hitting his “friend” with a car and fleeing the scene, court documents stated. Gonzalo Zapata is facing charges of intoxication assault with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury and tampering with physical evidence, jail records show. At 3:35 a.m. on Wednesday, a Texas Department […]
A podcast with VIDA CEO Felida Villarreal – in Audio
MCALLEN, Texas – Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) will celebrate its 30th anniversary next year. The community-based nonprofit came about thanks to the efforts of Valley Interfaith and private-industry business leaders. The impetus was the need to empower the underserved residents of in the Rio Grande Valley...
Over 2 thousand backpacks to be distributed in Mercedes
The Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office will be distributing over 2,000 backpacks on Wednesday, July 31, in Mercedes. The backpacks will be filled assorted school supplies such as folders, pencils, and paper to all children present who are currently attending elementary, middle, or high school, according to the sheriff’s office.
Court of appeals blocks motion to disqualify attorney in Hidalgo County campaign fraud case
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Court of Appeals ordered the trial court to vacate a motion that disqualified an attorney in an ongoing Hidalgo County campaign fraud case. In May, Justice of the Peace Sonia Trevino was re-elected during the Democratic Primary Election, defeating her opponent Ramon Segovia by 31 votes. Segovia filed an election […]
Summer style trends at RGV Outlets
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Summer is underway and the new school year is approaching. The Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets in Mercedes say they have a wide variety of summer and back-to-school fashions. For more information visit Rio Grande Valley Premium Outlets to find deals and events including information on the upcoming tax-free weekend. Watch […]
New building to help train firefighters at STC facility
A two-story building in Pharr will show future firefighters what it's like out in the field. The building, located behind the South Texas College Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence in Pharr, is designed to mimic different scenarios — such as house fires — for students. Students will...
WATCH: Valley preschool hosts mock Olympic opening ceremony with students
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — While the Olympic opening ceremony took place today in France, locals in the Rio Grande Valley are celebrating the occasion in the cutest way. Kids Village Montessori Learning Center hosted a mock opening Olympic ceremony of its own with its students. A video posted on the preschool’s Facebook shows 170 students […]
McAllen’s Shaine Casas prepped as Paris 2024 Summer Games begin
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... McAllen’s Shaine Casas will be in Heat No. 4, lane five on Thursday, competing for his country, state and city during the 200-meter men’s individual medley at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games. It’s a phrase the former McAllen High swimmer has...
Why some medical residents are picking RGV over larger markets
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... There’s no place like home. South Texas Health System medical residents and a physician spoke this week about why home and heart helped them make the decision to stay in the Rio Grande Valley after their residencies, helping offset an ongoing shortage of healthcare professionals in the region.
McAllen providing supplies during back to school bash
Students are being invited to bring their own backpack to the Palm View Branch Library in McAllen to fill it up with school supplies. The city of McAllen is partnering with several organizations as part of their second ever Back to School Bash, according to a news release. The bash...
Pharr Launches Public Safety Sticker Program
The City of Pharr has launched its Public Safety Sticker Program, a new initiative designed to enhance interactions between first responders and citizens with special needs such as autism, Alzheimer’s, diabetes or deafness. This program is part of the city’s commitment to ensuring a high level of customer service and safety for all residents.
Edinburg fire crew creates mural in honor of late Chief Snider
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Edinburg Fire Department is honoring its former Fire Chief who passed away last year. Former Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Snider passed away after a battle with cancer on May 1, 2023. Snider died at 58 years old, dedicating over 30 years of his life to serving the Rio Grande Valley. […]
Donna ISD to Break Ground Tuesday July 30, on First Bond Project: Outdoor Learning Space
Donna – Donna Independent School District (ISD) is slated to celebrate a significant milestone, with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Outdoor Learning Space at M. Rivas Primary Discovery Academy. The event, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, marks the beginning of a series of construction projects funded by the district’s successful $120 million school bond proposal passed in May 2023.
Divers off Texas coast lost at sea for 36 hours, rescued by Coast Guard
MATAGORDA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two divers were rescued after being lost at sea for over 36 hours off the Texas coast. On Wednesday afternoon, Sector Corpus Christi watch standers received word that the two divers were last seen on the surface of “unfavorable weather conditions,” the Coast Guard announced. The divers were not seen again […]
Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
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