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Adrian Chavez takes over as QB for Lyford in 2024
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Senior Adrian Chavez takes over the role of quarterback for Lyford after a big season on the outside in 2023. Chavez played receiver for the Bulldogs last season, where he posted over 1,000 all-purpose yards and 15 TDs. He took over the QB role after Aidan Olivas graduated. Chavez has big […]
Alleged getaway driver in Alamo McDonald’s fatal shooting was dating victim
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Probable cause affidavits for the arrests of two suspects in the Alamo McDonald’s parking lot killing on Tuesday indicate the victim was threatened with murder or a beating prior to a fatal meeting there. Those documents identify the victim as Raul Cantu Jr.
UTRGV celebrates construction milestone on renovated athletic facility
The UTRGV athletic department held a ceremony today as they put the finishing touches on the new fieldhouse atrium. The final beam was set to be placed on the new addition to the venue. Before it was put in position, those gathers applied their signatures to the beam set as...
Texas state trooper fights brain cancer
EDINBURG, Texas - A Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper from Edinburg, Trooper Oscar Loya, is seeking the support of the community as he battles germinoma brain cancer. The 29-year-old trooper is undergoing treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and is expected to remain there for the next six to eight weeks.
Precious purpose: A look inside Driscoll RGV’s carefully controlled NICU
EDINBURG — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the preterm birth rate in Texas was 11.26% of all births in 2022, a slight decline from the previous year on record, but the second highest since the 2000s. While there are many factors that can influence these...
Men’s Tennis Announces Four Additions for 2024-25 Seasons
UTRGV men's tennis has added four freshmen—Francisco Gamez, Eduardo Menezes, Isaac Smyth, and Loic Young Kriegel—for the 2024-25 seasons. Head coach Nathan Robinson emphasizes the potential of this young team, now comprising eight freshmen and sophomores. Gamez, a three-time TAPPS 5A state champion, is expected to quickly secure a position in the lineup. Menezes, Smyth, and Young bring impressive credentials from Brazil, Australia, and Chile, respectively, each having a strong competitive background in junior tennis.
Baby Bump and Beyond Expo by South Texas Health System
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Maternity Center at South Texas Health System is aiming to help pregnant mothers alleviate some stress. Join STHS at its second annual Baby Bump and Beyond Expo. The free event will include special presentations aimed at addressing concerns about the labor and delivery process, as well as caring for your […]
Progreso City Council still can’t agree on election details
PROGRESO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Progreso City Council remained divided Thursday over Mayor Hugo Gamboa’s plan to hold an election in November. During a meeting on Thursday afternoon, Gamboa asked the City Council to put three positions on the November ballot. “Does anybody have anything to discuss?” Gamboa said. Not a single member of the […]
Brownsville school sale tied to accreditation for Gladys Porter Zoo
Aug. 23—Talks between the city of Brownsville and the Brownsville Independent School District about the city acquiring Cummings Middle School for a vital expansion of Gladys Porter Zoo have progressed to the point that the three entities held a press conference Wednesday to highlight a potential deal. BISD hosted the event at its administration building. Delivering remarks were zoo Executive ...
City of Alton working to get firefighters EMT certified
The city of Alton is working to get all their firefighters EMT certified. The city already has three firefighters with the certification, but are now asking the state for permission to hold in-house trainings. This is to make sure there is staff at the fire station while training, but also to help patients when ambulance wait times reach up to 15 minutes.
This Disgusting Crime is Happening Way Too Much in Texas
I’m tired of this uncomfortable topic not being discussed, it’s happening way too much in Texas and across the country and it needs to stop. While I admit I don’t watch the news anymore I try to stay up on news and information that applies to Texas, and it seems like this crime is popping up all the time. I am talking about teachers, aides, and administration preying on students.
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