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DHR Health Brownsville invites public to see da Vinci 5
BROWNSVILLE — DHR Health Brownsville is inviting the public to see firsthand how the da Vinci 5, a robot-assisted surgical system, is helping to innovate minimally invasive surgical procedures with exceptional precision. The two-day event will be guided by expert surgeons from DHR Health Brownsville, Dr. Karen Brooks and Dr. Rene Luna. In addition to showcasing this groundbreaking technology, the hospital will be providing free hernia and pelvic pain screenings.
Brownsville road construction to impact travel at International Boulevard
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation announced the installation of concrete pavement on State Highway 4 (SH 4), or International Boulevard. TxDOT’s news release said the installation will impact travel for drivers in Brownsville this week, at the intersection of SH 4 and Roosevelt Street. Road crews will close the east side […]
Spamer: RioPlex is the Land of the Incredible
PHARR, Texas – The RioPlex region should otherwise be known as the Land of the Incredible, says businessman Joaquin Spamer. The Rio Grande Guardian caught up with the founder and president of CIL Logistics at the official opening of the Pharr Global Business Hub. In an exclusive interview, Spamer talked about Pharr’s prominence as an international trade corridor, the impact SpaceX will have on the regional economy, and the importance of the American Chamber Mexico, otherwise known as AmCham.
Broadway to Brownsville: 'Into The Woods' to open Camille's 61st season
Aug. 16—The Camille Playhouse will open its 61st season with Stephen Sondheim's much-loved musical "Into The Woods," the retold story of Brothers Grimm fairy tale characters, plots and the consequences of wishing for a storybook ending. The local production features a cast of 19 actors from across the Rio Grande Valley. It will be presented at the Camille in Dean Porter Park on successive ...
DHR Health Doctor First in the RGV to Perform MACI® Procedure
DHR Health is proud to announce that Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Daniel Romanelli, an expert in his field with over 24 years of experience and dual board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, has successfully performed the first MACI® (Matrix-Induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation) procedure at DHR Health Brownsville hospital. In fact, Dr. Romanelli was the first orthopedic surgeon in the Rio Grande Valley to introduce this advanced cartilage repair treatment beginning in 2000. This milestone marks the first time the procedure has been conducted at DHR Health’s sister hospital located in Brownsville.
UTRGV Extending Hours To Help Students With Impending Financial Aid Deadline
The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley is extending its service center hours to help students facing a deadline for fall financial aid. The university will extend U Central hours on the Edinburg and Brownsville campuses. The extended hours will last through August 29th. The university’s financial aid office is also...
MINISO to open at Sunrise Mall in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — MINISO, a global retail store inspired by Japanese pop culture and lifestyle is coming to Sunrise Mall in Brownsville. Sunrise Mall officially announced Wednesday that MINISO is coming soon. MINISO specializes in lifestyle and pop culture items including toys, plushies, collectibles, beauty essentials, home goods, fragrances, electronics, snacks and beverages. Pop […]
My new Chevy only had 26k miles when a $3,150 part went out – dealership couldn’t fix it but I still had to pay my bill
A TRAILBLAZER owner was left to pay for an undrivable car – his transmission went out before 30,000 miles. Even though he couldn’t drive his new car for months, he was expected to make his loan and insurance payments. Fernando Garanzuay bought a gently used Chevrolet Trailblazer SUV with only 14,000 miles from a San […]
CBP officers seize $302K worth of cocaine at Veterans International Bridge
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Veterans International Bridge intercepted a load of alleged cocaine valued at approximately $302,602 hidden within a 1996 Volvo. “As our officers go about their routine duties, they remain vigilant and their diligence paid...
Two-a-Day Tour: Brownsville Lopez Lobos
With just one district win since 2020, it hasn't been an easy few years for the Lopez Lobos. This season, the team is feeling confident that there's reason to believe success in on the horizon. "When we started it was 10 seniors two years in a row. Now we've got...
$15,000 Offered For Info Regarding Destroyed Bald Eagle Nest Near Dallas
Texas state and federal authorities are looking for information regarding the destruction of an active bald eagle nest last year near Dallas, and they are mean business. The Center for Biological Diversity has offered a $15,000 reward to whoever can lead them to the person responsible. Ring any bells?. A...
Former PI athlete publishes book
On Friday, Aug. 3, former Port Isabel star running back, Raul “Tinker” Villarreal, current Offensive Line Coach and Head Powerlifting Coach in Alice, TX, was in town to present at the Port Isabel Early College High School. Villarreal has recently published his book, “Building Powerlifting Champions: Powerlifting Guide...
Superintendent Capistran highlights district achievements
The Port Isabel Rotary hosted this year’s State of the District Luncheon for the Point Isabel Independent School District [PIISD] at Pelican Station on Friday, Aug. 9. Superintendent of Schools, Theresa Capistran, delivered a presentation highlighting the district’s recent achievements. In addition to its Bilingual Program, PIISD introduced...
Harlingen VA Clinic to hold free drive-thru food pantries for veterans
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The VA clinic in Harlingen will hold a free drive-thru food pantry distribution for veterans on Thursday. The VA has been screening for food insecurity since 2017 with data showing that post-9/11, Veterans seem to be at a higher risk for being food insecure, followed by Veteran women. “Not having enough […]
Make-A-Wish invites the public for September events
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley chapter invites the public to its two September events. On Sept. 7 there will be a 5K Run/Walk at 4900 Tres Lagos Blvd. in McAllen starting at 8:30 a.m. To register or purchase tickets to this event click here. Call (956) 686-9474 for more information. On […]
Heat wave to continue for SETX
The high temps are here to stay a bit longer as chances for a prolonged heat wave are possible for most of the state. There is a moderate to major risk for heat related impacts with daily highs ranging from 96 to 98 with maximum heat indices to the 109 ranges through Sunday, according to […] The post Heat wave to continue for SETX appeared first on Orange Leader.
J.C. Penney to permanently close 4 stores
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Department store retailer J.C. Penney will shutter four stores across as many states, Retail Dive has reported. According to an email provided by the company, locations in Alabama, Texas and Maine will close before Sept. 22. The J.C. Penney at the Westfield Annapolis Mall in Annapolis, Maryland, will close in 2025.
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