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VARCO claims San Benito trying to ‘rob’ Resaca Village
SAN BENITO — City officials are trying to “take over” San Benito’s first resaca-side commercial development, failing to give its developer more time to complete construction, an attorney said Thursday. John Adams, a Dallas-based attorney representing Brownsville-based VARCO real estate, said city and Economic Development Corporation...
Inside Valley Politics: Cameron County Tax Accessor Runoff Candidates
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s episode of Inside Valley Politics, Incumbent Tony Yzaguirre and opponent Eddie Garcia talk about their runoff race in late May. Also, Border Report’s Sandra Sanchez reports on international bridge expansion projects. Here’s how to watch our special Inside Valley Politics: CBS 4 NBC 23 KGBT 4.1
Temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach, State Hwy 4 for SpaceX testing
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. has ordered the temporary closure of access to Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 for SpaceX testing. The closure will begin from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday from FM 1419 (Oklahoma Avenue) to the entrance of Boca Chica Beach, according to a […]
Has the ocelot, the endangered South Texas wildcat, expanded its range in state?
McALLEN — It’s been more than 50 years since the South Texas ocelot — a medium-sized spotted wildcat known for parallel stripes running down its neck — was put on the federal endangered species list. By official counts, there are only about 100 of these creatures...
Cameron County Irrigation places heavier water restrictions
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Irrigation Officials are facing record lows and water shortages during the drought. Only farmers and others with eligible accounts are allowed access to allocated water. Eligible accounts include those who used water within the last two years, but others can still apply if they need irrigation water. The […]
The Only Jiu-Jitsu Gym in La Feria!
Passionate, humble, and dedicated are three words that I would use to describe the owner of Anomaly Jiu Jitsu. Beginning from a fight that he almost got into in 2007, Art Castillo stumbled upon a gym that specialized in mixed martial arts, Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu. This is where he began his training. Over time he moved from gym to gym for various reasons, for example, gyms closed or instructors moved on to become professional fighters. Consequently, he had struggled to discover one that he felt comfortable in, or as he had put it, “A gym to call home.” Eventually, he found Cinco MMA in Weslaco and was able to meet and continue his training with Dan Rodriguez. Art had expressed his fondness for this new group, teacher, and atmosphere. He stayed with this gym until he got his black belt.
Hearing scheduled for man accused of murdering wife due to ‘jealousy’
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A status hearing will be held Thursday for a man accused of murdering his common-law wife due to jealousy. Abel Giovani Nava is facing a charge of first-degree murder in the killing of 22-year-old Jocelyn Morales on Aug. 16, 2023. An indictment accuses Nava of suffocating Morales with a pillow and […]
Weslaco High flexes into area; Sharyland Pioneer, PSJA North win Game 3s
WESLACO — Weslaco High showed what they are capable of Saturday afternoon in Weslaco. The Panthers put up 18 runs in the first inning for their fans in what could be their last home game against Mission High in Game 2 of a best-of-three series against the District 31-6A’s fourth seed.
HCISD offers Study Abroad Program in Spain
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District is partnering with the University of Salamanca for a new study abroad program. The program is being offered to high school juniors and allows up to 20 students to learn about the culture and language for two weeks. “They’ll walk...
Driver arrested after trying to escape police on roadway
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Cameron County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a man after responding to a call about multiple vehicles on the roadway causing a disturbance and potentially racing. According to the sheriff’s office, at about 11 p.m. Friday, deputies responded to the area of Bob Youker and Old Rio Hondo Rd. in Harlingen. When deputies […]
The Lord of the Rings trilogy returns to theaters, extended and remastered
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Warner Bros. and Fathom Events are bringing the epic fantasy trilogy of The Lord of the Rings to a theater near you this summer. The three-day event will feature a remastered extended edition for Peter Jackson’s The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Two Towers (2002) and The Return of the […]
San Benito residents to be without water after emergency break
Correction: This story has been updated to reflect the City of San Benito is experiencing a water break, not the City of Edinburg. SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of San Benito announced it will be repairing a water break, leaving residents without water for at least three hours. The emergency water break is […]
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