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Pharr EDC Foundation Awards 50 Scholarships to Local Students

The Pharr EDC Foundation awarded 50 scholarships to students from local high schools during its 2026 Scholarship Award Ceremony on June 1 in Pharr.

Guatemalan Criminal Illegal Immigrant Added to Most Wanted List

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Franklin Estuardo Gonzalez Flores – a violent offender from Guatemala – to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants Lis

Mayor John Cowen, Jr. Joins National Mayors for Parks Coalition

Mayor John Cowen, Jr. has joined the Mayors for Parks Coalition, a national bipartisan coalition managed by City Parks Alliance that advocates for increased federal investment in city parks and green spaces.

Edinburg Named a ‘Top 100 Place to Retire in America’

The data-driven ranking evaluated 500 municipalities nationwide, prioritizing affordability, healthcare infrastructure, and quality of life.

Fleeing Smugglers Who Assaulted Border Patrol Agents Handed Multi-Year Sentences

Two men have been ordered to federal prison for smuggling illegal aliens and for assaulting federal agents in the course of their duties.

Help Shape the Future of Downtown McAllen, June 29th

Mayor Javier Villalobos, the McAllen City Commission, and City Manager Isaac J. Tawil invite residents, business owners, and community members to actively participate in shaping the next chapter of Downtown McAllen. A Public Open House will be held on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, located at 1200 Ash Ave W.

McAllen Citizens League Focuses on Growth and Civic Engagement Under New Leadership

Newly elected McAllen Citizens League President Elva M. Cerda said her election is an opportunity to continue serving an organization she has supported for nearly four decades.

Texas DPS Confirms Two High-Level Leadership Promotions Following Chief Retirement

Texas Border Business AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces two leadership changes, which were confirmed by the Public Safety Commission (PSC) this...

$7M in Texas Talent Connection Grants Announced

Governor Greg Abbott announced over $7 million in Texas Talent Connection grants to 27 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state.

Governor Issues Disaster Declaration For Texas Severe Weather

Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms continue to threaten the state.

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