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TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K
A TikTok influencer recently saved hundreds of cats by raising funds for a South Texas shelter. The feline sanctuary was struggling financially and on the verge of shutting business. However, with the help of the influencer and his millions of followers, they were able to save the shelter. Although he expected to be able to […] The post TikTok Influencer Saves 700 Cats by Raising More Than $190K appeared first on CatTime.
Join the Alzheimer’s Association Mixer: Learn, Volunteer, and Make a Difference
Join the Alzheimer’s Association Mixer: Learn, Volunteer, and Make a Difference. The Alzheimer’s Association is extending an invitation to the public for their home and Mission mixer, a special event designed to educate attendees about the organization’s efforts to improve the quality of life for those living with Alzheimer’s disease. The event will take place on Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in the Pharr One Lecture Hall, located at 1121 E. Nolana Loop.
Fresh On The Border campaign in Pharr shows importance of cross border trade
City leaders in Pharr focused on border trade in their Fresh On The Border campaign. The Pharr International Bridge is one of the nation's busiest crossings of produce. Around 60 percent of the nation's produce comes through that bridge. Officials also talked about the importance of that cross-border trade.
McAllen death investigation: Person shot ‘multiple’ times, 2 detained
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A death investigation is underway after one person was found inside a McAllen home with multiple gunshot wounds, police say. McAllen police responded to the scene Monday morning at the 1300 block of S. 19th½ St. in reference to a person who was dead inside the home. Investigation reveals the person […]
Palmview library to unveil new space for people seeking jobs
A new workforce resource is opening in Palmview. The goal is to help connect jobseekers with employment opportunities. There's a new area inside the Palmview Municipal Library known as the Workforce Solutions Corner. It's designed to help people look for jobs. According to a report from the Texas Workforce Commission,...
An in-depth conversation with Rashmi Chandran, executive director of the AltaCair Foundation
MCALLEN, Texas – The AltaCair Foundation burst onto the scene about nine months ago in the Rio Grande Valley. The nonprofit announced its arrival with the Accelerator 2023 RGV Health Equity Conference, held at the Mission Event Center. The keynote address was given by Aneesh Chopra, president of Care...
RGV Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Presser
MISSION, Texas -- The RGV Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony held a presser for the 7 individuals and 3 teams that will be getting inducted on Saturday, July 13, at 6 P.M. at the Mission Event Center. Watch the video above for more on the Inductees.
Mission providing free school supplies, haircuts, health screenings at back-to-school event
Rio Grande Valley students will be heading back to the classroom in just a few weeks, which means it's time for parents to make sure they're ready. To help, the city of Mission will be hosting a back-to-school event on Friday. Kids will be able to get everything from school supplies to haircuts and even dental exams.
McAllen PD, TxDOT to participate in Operation Slowdown
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen Police Department, the Texas Department of Transportation, and other Hidalgo County law enforcement will participate in Operation Slowdown. The department’s news release said the goal of Operation Slowdown is to promote safe driving through education and enforcement efforts. From Friday, July 19 through Sunday, Aug. 4, McAllen Police will have officers […]
Wow, Here’s 5 of the Biggest Drug Busts in Texas History
Texas has seen its share of drug busts, and some of them are so huge, they almost sound like something straight out of a Hollywood movie. Operations like these not only show the sheer scale of drug trafficking but also highlight the tireless efforts of law enforcement to keep dangerous substances off the streets.
School absences: To fine or not to fine?
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — As we approach the start of another school year, a new study shows half of Texans think fining parents for children's school absences is a good idea. Longtime local educator and most recently West Oso School Superintendent Conrado Garcia said, "It will work for a few but in my opinion after all of these years of being an educator, it will not get the majority."
California politicians have mixed reactions to Elon Musk's X, SpaceX relocation announcement
SACRAMENTO — Elon Musk says he is moving his companies X and SpaceX from California to Texas because he's opposed to a new law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom.Is Elon Musk political posturing, or is he packing up and leaving?The billionaire businessman posted the following to his social media site:"This is the final straw, because of this law and many others that preceded it, attacking both families and companies…Space X will now move its headquarters from Hawthorne Californian to Starbase Texas."Musk announced separately that he is also moving his social media company X from San Francisco to Austin, Texas.State Senator...
Gov. Greg Abbott defends trip to East Asia during Hurricane Beryl
Under scrutiny for spending the duration of Hurricane Beryl 8,000 miles away on an economic development trip to Asia, Gov. Greg Abbott is defiant — insisting his absence did nothing to hinder Texas’ disaster response, the Texas Tribune reports.
Texas A&M Forest Service assesses hurricane impact, a state forest temporarily closes
COLLEGE STATION, Texas—In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, Texas A&M Forest Service has estimated that hurricane force winds, measured by the NOAA National Weather Service, impacted 50% of Houston’s urbanized area tree coverage. Over 400,000 acres of rural forestland were potentially impacted by hurricane force winds (74-80 mph) and another 7.4 million acres of forestland experienced tropical storm force winds (39-73 mph).
Saddle up for the Texas State 4-H Horse Show
BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Over 300 participants will make their way to Bryan for one of Texas A&M AgriLife’s biggest events. The Texas State 4-H Horse Show will be coming to the Brazos County Expo on July 21. During the show, there will be around 40 different competitive events,...
RNC delegates describe Trump's 1st public appearance since assassination attempt
NORTH TEXAS – Delegates to the Republican National Convention from North Texas told CBS News Texas that when former president and three-time presidential nominee Donald Trump came into the hall Monday night for the first time since he was shot, the crowd just erupted, and they felt it.They said Trump, who wore a bandage on part of his right ear, seemed moved by all the support he received from the crowd.The former president also made his first appearance with his vice presidential nominee and running mate, U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio."There was a joy," said Rosalie Escobedo, an RNC Delegate...
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