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McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A new project is underway in the Valley to get safe drinking water to communities in need. The Methodist Healthcare Ministries along with Texas A&M School of Public Health is working on the “Safe Water Project.” Jaime Wesolowski, the president and CEO of Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas, said after […] → Read More
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — AirTags can be used for tracking luggage, wallets, or even pets, but some people are using them for tracking people. Law enforcement officials are making sure people know the legal repercussions of tracking people using devices. “Yes, you can use your tracking device to find your keys, find your backpack, find […] → Read More
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of Brownsville is getting its first brewery as Pluton Brewing Company is set to launch in a few weeks. Daniel Arzipe and Joey Martinez, founders, and co-owners of the brewery said the concept started in 2015 out of a garage on Calle Pluton. “We realized that our city didn’t […] → Read More
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As many people ring in the new year, officials are warning about the consequences of drinking and driving. Ana Verley, a victim service specialist with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MAAD), said the deadliest time for driving while intoxicated crashes and fatalities are between Thanksgiving and the New Year. “Sometimes […] → Read More
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Alton Police Department is promoting gun safety with a new project aimed at protecting children. “Project ChildSafe is a program we implemented here in the Alton Police Department,” said officer Daniel Padron. “It’s providing gun locks to the community with the rise of firearm-related incidents regarding children getting […] → Read More
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Many people are taking advantage of holiday deals right now but experts are warning about “porch pirates” preying on your purchases. “These individuals are opportunists. They prey on people’s property especially when they’re not at home,” Rancho Viejo Police Department Sgt. Arturo Huerta said. Sgt. Huerta explained that there are […] → Read More
RIO HONDO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Hondo community is speaking out after the Rio Hondo ISD made drastic changes to its Support Services Department. The Support Services Department provides resources for migrant worker families and members of the community. The resources range from a food pantry, clothing, and counseling. On Nov. 17, community members […] → Read More
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As many people prepare for their traditional Thanksgiving day meals, some may be having trouble affording them due to the rise in costs of most groceries, including turkeys. Local organizations are working toward providing meals but have also experienced challenges. “Either buy this to last me that week when I […] → Read More
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A hearing for convicted murderer, Gustavo Mireles, was held at the 13th Court of Appeals as he and his family maintain Mireles’ innocence. Mireles is convicted of capital murder and sentenced to life in prison for the 2001 murder of Mary Jane Rebollar. Rebollar was found dead in her truck in Donna […] → Read More
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — School districts and law enforcement agencies across the Rio Grande Valley are working together to help students in distress through the “Handle with Care” initiative. School and law enforcement officials said this initiative is an additional layer of support for students. “When a student experiences a traumatic event it’s […] → Read More
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — UT Health RGV held a groundbreaking ceremony today for the new UT Health RGV Cancer & Surgery Center in McAllen. “What it will do is bring world-class treatment for cancers to the Valley and previously people had to go elsewhere, you’ve not been able to get that kind of treatment here,” […] → Read More
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The murder of Harlingen dentist, Dr. James Earl Hefner, continues to be investigated 19 years later. Dr. Hefner was 72 years old when he was found dead with multiple gunshot wounds, according to Sgt. Michael Fechner of Harlingen Police Major Crimes Unit. “He was found deceased in his office on Oct. […] → Read More
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Rio Grande Valley has a history of hosting high-level political debates. In December 1987, six of seven Democratic primary presidential candidates participated in a debate at the Pan American University campus in Edinburg. The debate was the first presidential debate held in the Rio Grande Valley. The candidates […] → Read More
For their new recipe of wine, owners of Bonita Flats Farm and Vineyard in Los Fresnos are using a variety of grapes introduced to the Valley 169 years ago by French nuns from Lyon France. → Read More
The Hispanic culture inspires many through music, art, and food but for one business owner, all those elements have successfully inspired her business. → Read More
HIDALGO COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County announced its initiative to provide people with disabilities better access to its website. The new tool is “Recite Me,” an assistive toolbar that is now added to the county’s website. “In Hidalgo County, we have over 200,000 individuals that have a disability. That’s a huge number that are […] → Read More
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Harlingen CISD is stepping up its safety and sanitation on school buses by adding a new technology to protect against viruses and bacteria. The school district is the first in Texas to feature CleanTransit Automated Infection Control systems by CleanSpray Technologies, LLC. “The clean spray system is something that automatically shoots […] → Read More
CAMERON COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Come Dream Come Build (CDCB) reopened its doors this week after taking two weeks to restructure and regroup, according to the organization’s program manager, Crystal Losoya. The non-profit organization is working alongside Cameron County to provide residents in the county with the option to apply for the Cameron County Emergency Rental […] → Read More
HIDALGO COUNTY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — School is now in session across the Rio Grande Valley, and reports of threats and suspicious activity in and around campuses are being reported almost daily. School and law enforcement officials said after the deadly shooting in Uvalde, Texas, parents, students, and communities across the RGV are now on high […] → Read More
The trial of former Edinburg mayor Richard Molina came to an end as the jury delivered a not guilty verdict on all counts of illegal voting and voter fraud. → Read More