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Former Progreso City Council candidate pleads not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A former Progreso City Council candidate pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges Monday. Dagoberto “Dago” Treviño, 45, of Progreso appeared in federal court Monday afternoon wearing jeans and a fishing shirt. With one hand cuffed to a chain around his waist, Treviño said he understood the charges and pleaded […]
Fire breaks out at cotton gin in Sebastian, witnesses say
SEBASTIAN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A fire broke out near a cotton gin in Sebastian, authorities say. The blast is believed to be caused by a tank, according to Frank Torres, with Willacy County Emergency Management. The Willacy County Sheriff’s Office reported the fire is at the Willacy County CO-OP, located at FM 506 and Alamo […]
Edinburg H-E-B closed after car crashes into north side wall
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An Edinburg H-E-B location is closed for the day after a car wrecked into the building Sunday, authorities say. Police say the incident occurred at 1:30 p.m. when a car veered off the roadway at the intersection of 12th Street and Ebony Avenue and crashed into the north wall of an […]
Houston family reunited with dog found in Edinburg one year after going missing
Tail wags, kisses and a long awaited hug for a Houston-area woman who was reunited with her long-lost dog. Bianca Joseph's dog went missing in the Houston area last year. But she received a call that her dog, Boe, was found in Edinburg. "When I get calls back-to-back like that,...
Lou Diamond Phillips eats at local burger spot, leaves note for diner owner
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Pinky's Good Eats owner and founder John Roman took to social media over the weekend to post a photo commemorating a moment with a Corpus Christi native who made it to the big time. 'La Bamba' actor and Flour Bluff High School graduate Lou Diamond...
UTRGV launches business growth competition: RISE Up Harlingen
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Rio Grande Valley is giving an opportunity for entrepreneurs to start up their local business in Harlingen. RISE Up Harlingen Pitch Competition is an ongoing program for existing businesses looking to grow with a chance to win significant grant awards. “Think of it as Harlingen’s very own ‘Shark […]
Jersey Village Fire Department captain wins Texas Paramedic of the Year award
A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic, Capt. Robert Missal won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion's 2024 Convention in Austin. (Atirikta Kumar/Community Impact) A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion’s 2024 Convention in Austin. Meet...
TSTC graduates start careers with renewable energy company, get reacquainted with safety training
HARLINGEN — Texas State Technical College Wind Energy Technology graduates Adrian Gallegos and Chase Woolery were elated when they were offered full-time wind turbine technician jobs at Deriva Energy in Rio Grande City last month. Deriva Energy is one of the nation’s leading independent power producers, owning and operating over six gigawatts of electric generation nationwide with 14 plants in Texas.
Two engineering-related programs at TSTC’s Harlingen campus to offer night classes
(HARLINGEN, Texas) – For people who work during the day and are interested in pursuing a postsecondary education in an engineering-related field during evening hours, Texas State Technical College will make available night classes in Mechatronics Technology and Precision Machining Technology beginning with the fall semester. “There is a...
HCSO: Alton teens face charges in drug deal shooting
ALTON, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two Alton teenage boys are facing charges after a drug deal turned violent, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the 1300 block of Kansas Street in Alton on Sunday in reference to a 15-year-old with leg injuries and a vehicle with multiple bullet holes. The driver of […]
TxDOT to break ground on $300M US 77 construction
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Texas Department of Transportation is hosting a groundbreaking event to kick-off construction on the U.S. 77 interstate upgrades, which will be awarded over $300 million. According to TxDOT, the goal is to turn U.S. 77 into an interstate, specifically Interstate 69 East, stretching...
Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projects
"Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projects" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Texas Insurance Companies Are Panicking & That’s Bad News
When Hurricane Beryl ripped through Texas, it left behind a massive amount of destruction. Houses were leveled, cars were completely thrown, businesses were destroyed, and the amount of flooding that took place was catastrophic in some areas. Once the hurricane was gone, people began assessing how they were going to...
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
Offshore Wind Company Requests Lease Off Texas Coast
NEW ORLEANS — On July 26, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced it has received an unsolicited lease request from Hecate Energy Gulf Wind to acquire one or more commercial wind energy leases on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico. The areas are located off the coast of southeast Texas and had been identified by BOEM in 2021 as potential Wind Energy Areas suitable for offshore wind leasing.
Heat Wave Headed To Texas: Here’s What You Need To Know
After six straight days under a low-pressure-dominant weather pattern, a high-pressure system is now developing across the middle of the country, and it will strengthen as we head later into the week. San Antonio will see temperatures rise into the mid- to upper 90s this week, but many other parts...
THE END: Several East Texas Conn’s Locations Will Close Down
We Now Know What Conn's Locations In East Texas Will Shut Down After The Company Filed For Bankruptcy. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
An inmate’s body temp was 107.5 when he died. The state of Texas says heat did not kill him.
It was just before 11 p.m. when John Castillo’s cellmate alerted the guards. Castillo was passed out. His breathing was shallow. Prison staff rushed him to the medical unit, where they tried CPR and dosed him with epinephrine. But it was already too late. Castillo was dead. He was...
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