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Texas A&M University Academics Lead Mental Health Initiatives in San Antonio and McAllen
In an effort to directly confront the challenges of mental well-being in the Lone Star State, Texas A&M University academics from San Antonio to McAllen are spearheading initiatives aimed at training educators and engaging communities in mental health awareness. Spearheaded by Professor Stephan Lenz, Texas A&M University-San Antonio has launched the South Bexar County Mental Health Awareness Project, as reported by FOX San Antonio.
Food Bank RGV to knock out hunger tonight
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is knocking out hunger tonight with a produce distribution in Pharr. The food distribution will feature special guest volunteers Brandon Heartbreaker Figeroa, Omar Panterita Figueroa and ChargedUp. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., or until supplies lasts, May 16 […]
Alleged Gulf Cartel ‘enforcer’ placed on probation
McALLEN, TEXAS (ValleyCentral) — A businessman who allegedly laundered millions of dollars for the Gulf Cartel was placed on probation Thursday. During a hearing on Thursday morning, Chief U.S. District Judge Randy Crane placed Jesus Juraidini, 57, of Brownsville on probation for three years. “I just want to say I am remorseful for what I […]
Weslaco and McAllen baseball teams one step closer to fourth round
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Weslaco and McAllen baseball teams are one win away from advancing to the regional semifinals. The Panthers prevailed, 6-4, in game one of their 6A regional quarterfinal series against La Joya. The Bulldogs jumped out to a 3-0 lead against rival McAllen Memorial and...
Vaquero BBQ Sauce makes its debut
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Lamar Jones, the man behind The Jank Gourmet BBQ Sauce will debut his latest creation, the Vaquero Smoked Serrano Gourmet BBQ Sauce on Thursday. In a partnership with UTRGV, Jones created a one-of-a-kind gourmet experience to share with the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Jones will be at the tailgate […]
3 new trustees join Progreso school board
PROGRESO, TEXAS (ValleyCentral) — The Progreso Independent School District held a swearing-in ceremony for three new trustees on Tuesday. Joel Martinez, a retired U.S. Army sergeant; Carmen Acosta, a clerk at Santa Maria ISD; and Yadira Flores, the principal at Santa Maria High School, took the oath of office Tuesday afternoon. “People spoke up,” Flores […]
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