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Sen. Cruz, Colleagues Address Recent Surge of Army Aviation Class A Mishaps to Prevent Further Loss of Life
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) led a bipartisan coalition of Texas legislators in sending a bicameral letter to Secretary of the Army Wormuth expressing concern about the high number of recent Army Aviation accidents. One of the deadliest of those accidents occurred in Rio Grande City, Texas where a UH-72 Lakota helicopter crash killed two National Guard Soldiers, one U.S. Border Patrol agent, and critically injured another Guardsman. Congressional oversight is crucial to ensuring the safety and accountability of Army aviation operations and decreasing the current trend of accidents to prevent further loss of life.
North Texas Commission Forms Committee To Explore Casino Gambling Legalization
As the momentum for casino legalization builds in Texas, the North Texas Commission (NTC) is taking proactive steps. The Dallas Business Journal reports that it has formed a committee of business and community leaders to scrutinize the implications of destination resorts and casino gambling. This move comes ahead of the...
In the Texas Panhandle, nurses make home visits to new moms in need
AMARILLO — Brianna Tilson shuffled through the duffel bag in her trunk, taking a mental inventory of what she needed for her next appointment. She paused, then the nurse tossed in a big pack of diapers before slinging the heavy bag over her shoulder and going up the stairs to Sedraya Kemp’s apartment.
TPWD releasing native desert bighorn sheep populations in West Texas this fall
Desert bighorn sheep continue to make a comeback in Texas as wildlife officials ram through efforts to restore the population that was once extinct in the Lone Star State. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced plans earlier this month to restore the native species to the Franklin Mountains this fall, as part...
McAllen House Fire Extinguished: No Injuries Reported
McAllen House Fire Extinguished: No Injuries Reported. Authorities in the city of McAllen responded to a structure fire this morning. Multiple agencies arrived at the scene to combat the blaze, and our reporter Alondra de Hoyos has the full story. Incident Details. Officials reported the McAllen house fire around 11...
Texas woman's lawsuit after being jailed on murder charge over abortion can proceed, judge rules
A Texas woman who was jailed and charged with murder after self-managing an abortion in 2022 can move forward with her lawsuit against the local sheriff and prosecutors, a federal judge ruled.
McAllen Chamber Seeks Man & Woman of the Year
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 69th annual Man & Woman of the Year Awards. Since 1955, the McAllen Chamber of Commerce has been honoring remarkable individuals who have made a substantial contribution to the City of McAllen through their exceptional service and volunteerism. Winners will be recognized during the Man & Woman of the Year Awards that will take place on Nov. 7 at Embassy Suites by Hilton McAllen.
Edinburg fire crew creates mural in honor of late Chief Snider
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Edinburg Fire Department is honoring its former Fire Chief who passed away last year. Former Edinburg Fire Chief Shawn Snider passed away after a battle with cancer on May 1, 2023. Snider died at 58 years old, dedicating over 30 years of his life to serving the Rio Grande Valley. […]
Kick Off the School Year with IMAS’ Back to School Bash!
McAllen, TX – The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) is excited to announce its Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 17, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The museum will host a day filled with hands-on art and science activities, Starlab Planetarium presentations, community tables, food vendors and opportunities to receive school supplies while items last.
You Won’t Believe These Massive Hammerhead Sharks In Texas
Texas angler Rodrigo Rodriguez caught his largest shark yet after reeling in a massive hammerhead shark while fishing in Port Aransas in June. Rodriguez, a Houston resident, said the shark measured over 13 feet long. Rodriguez said he has caught a couple of other big sharks that are closer to...
UTRGV, NVTX Energy, sign Memorandum of Understanding
MCALLEN, Texas – UT-Rio Grande Valley has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with NVTX Energy at the university’s headquarters inside Rio Bank’s HQ in McAllen. The MOU allows for research collaboration aimed at advancing energy solutions and fostering innovation in battery development, advanced manufacturing, and energy storage.
Lawsuit reveals new details in deadly Edinburg crash that killed four
The family of four people killed in a July 2023 collision is suing the now-paralyzed Edinburg man accused of driving drunk and causing the crash. Sheng Li Jiang, who was 46 at the time, is accused of killing Edinburg residents Luz Aurora Casados, 50, Maria Guadalupe Zavala Casados, 68, and Ellieana Santoy, 2, of San Juan, on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Concerns Growing Over Cocaine Sharks Appearing In Texas Waters
New data has revealed sharks near the coast of Brazil has been found to have cocaine in their systems. Some in Texas are now concerned that cocaine sharks could appear in the state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. Cocaine Sharks Possible In The State Of Texas?
Judge rules in favor of Catholic Charities RGV in State of Texas’ investigation
A state judge on Wednesday ruled in favor of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley which pushed back against an investigation being brought by the State of Texas against the nonprofit organization that helps migrants on the South Texas border.
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