Registration is now open to bikers, walkers and runners for Keep McAllen Beautiful’s 13th annual Arbor Day Celebration taking place Nov. 2 at Westside Park. The run, bike, and walk event benefits everyone and helps KMB, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, increase awareness of the importance of planting and caring for trees in McAllen. The day will begin with a 25 mile/100K bike ride, 5K run, 10K run, a kids’ fun…
DHR Health, together with the Valley Athletic Trainers Association, hosts the second annual Texas Emergency Sports Medicine Seminar July 26-27 for individuals who work with student athletes of all ages. Taking place at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance, 118 Paseo Del Prado, the event provides information and training on the latest guidelines and advancements in the sports medicine field. Several DHR Health physicians and special guest speakers from out…
IDEA Donna senior Christian Salinas was ecstatic to learn about the convenience of the Biology Technology camp taking place at the South Texas College Pecan campus, thanks to a $65,000 merit grant aimed at launching various no-cost summer camps for young students interested in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. “This summer, I looked into various summer camps, but I saw that the Biology Technology summer camp at…
DHR Health Clinics are encouraging job seekers to attend their hiring event on July 15, which can open the door to the healthcare field. The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance at 118 Paseo Del Prado. The event is free and open to the public. “There is a position for everyone at all levels of experience,” said Veronica Villarreal, DHR…
The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation is accepting applications for a new cohort for the StartUp Texas Emerging Industries Accelerator Program. The 12-week intensive program will start in August and is designed to equip innovative startups throughout the Rio Grande Valley with the necessary tools for growth. The program focuses on fostering forward-thinking solutions in various sectors such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, aerospace and green energy. Since its inception in 2019,…
The City of McAllen Passports Division will be open for extended hours on July 13 and July 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The department is located at the City of McAllen Downtown Parking Garage, 221 South 15th Street. Note that each applicant must be present and must provide a valid form of identification with an identifiable photo and signature, proof of citizenship such as a certified…
The McAllen Police Department is now accepting applications for its 18th Citizens’ Police Academy. Starting Aug. 15 and running through Oct. 16, the 10-week academy will meet every Thursday evening from 6-9 p.m. There is no cost to apply and selected applicants must be 21 years of age or older; able to attend all classes; work or reside in McAllen; and turn in a completed application by July 26. “The…
Summer is an excellent time for families to enjoy outdoor activities, create lasting memories and embrace the sunshine. But with Valley temperatures hitting triple digits, parents need to be extra careful that their little ones stay safe and comfortable in the heat. Dr. Cristel Escalona, board-certified pediatrician at UT Health RGV and associate professor of pediatrics at UTRGV School of Medicine, said being outdoors is essential for healthy baby development,…
The Construction Superintendent Apprenticeship program at South Texas College gives students the opportunity to earn while they learn. Maribel and Carolina Saenz – two sisters who operate their own utility contracting business – received a certificate of completion from STC’s apprenticeship program. The program is tailored to students already working in an industry. For the Saenz sisters, the STC certifications will help take their Saenz Utility Contractors of Edcouch-Elsa to…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed McAllen City Manager Roel “Roy” Rodriguez to the Texas Municipal Retirement System Board of Trustees for a term to expire on Feb. 1, 2029. The board oversees the Texas Municipal Retirement System, which is responsible for providing a secure retirement benefit plan for eligible employees of more than 800 Texas cities. Rodriguez is a former gubernatorial appointee to the Texas Municipal Retirement System Board…