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Tickets are now on sale for the International Museum of Art & Science’s 16th annual Night at the Brew-seum presented by Clark Chevrolet and Clark Knapp Honda taking place on April 13. This fundraiser benefits the IMAS and supports year-round art and science education in the Rio Grande Valley. The beer festival celebrates the region’s ever-growing dedication to and curiosity for the world’s oldest fermented beverage. Night at the Brew-seum…

MFE Launches New Nonstop to Cancun

February 29, 2024

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e-Brief Features News Transportation & Travel Comments

McAllen International Airport has partnered with Volaris to announce its newest nonstop route to Cancun, Mexico. Already on sale, this new partnership will connect two key destinations for tourism and business starting on July 3 with two weekly departures (Wednesday and Saturdays). “McAllen’s newest partnership with Volaris to launch air service to a world class destination like Cancun reinforces our commitment to develop strong economic ties with Mexico and beyond,”…

Windsor Reveals Newly Renovated Facility

February 24, 2024

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Featured Healthcare News Comments

Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Raymondville recently unveiled to the public its newly remodeled skilled facility at 1700 South Expressway 77. The ceremony incorporated speeches from the administrator Joe Longoria, Regency Integrated Health Services Senior VP of Operations Matt Triplett, family members speaking highly of the facility and care provided to their loved ones, Mayor Gilbert Gonzales and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Elma Chavez. After the ceremony, guests…

RSTEF Makes South Texas Industry Ready

February 22, 2024

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Community e-Brief Features News Comments

The Rio-South Texas Education and Community Development Foundation has awarded $2.4 million to eight non-profit South Texas educational and workforce development organizations. The 501(c)3 nonprofit focuses on postsecondary education and workforce development to help residents attain vocational trade certifications and/or degrees for in-demand professions, thus improving the region’s economic conditions and quality of life. Receiving funding are South Texas College, Laredo College, Workforce Solutions, TAMIU, TSTC Harlingen, Texas A&M University…

DHR Health Clinics Host Career Fair Event

February 22, 2024

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e-Brief Features Events Featured Healthcare News Comments

DHR Health Clinics will host a career fair from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 29 at the Edinburg Conference Center at Renaissance (118 Paseo Del Prado). The event aims to connect talented individuals with a range of employment opportunities. “We are looking for individuals who share our passion and commitment to providing exceptional patient care,” said Veronica Villarreal, DHR Health chief ambulatory officer. “Whether you’re a seasoned healthcare professional…

Brownsville ISD Announces Lone Finalist for Superintendent

February 22, 2024

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e-Brief Features Education News Comments

The Brownsville Independent School District has announced Brownsville ISD graduate Dr. Jesus H. Chavez as the lone finalist for the position of superintendent of schools. The announcement comes after a thorough and extensive search process and listening to the community through various community town halls, student roundtable discussions, business and community stakeholder meetings, employee surveys and public comments. At the start of the search process, the board of trustees initially…

Harlingen Receives $4.5 Million for Airport Terminal Program

February 20, 2024

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Featured News Transportation & Travel Comments

The City of Harlingen is the recipient of a federal award of $4.5 million for the modernization of the Air Traffic Control Tower at Valley International Airport. The ATP funds, allocated as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s $1-billion distribution for Federal FY24, will be instrumental in the modernization and expansion of airport terminals and control towers, ensuring adherence to the most rigorous standards of safety, security and passenger service. …

STC Administrator Named “Man of the Year”

February 18, 2024

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Community Education Featured News Comments

South Texas College Mid-Valley Campus Administrator Daniel Montez is the by the Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year. The honor recognizes Montez’s commitment and dedication to community service and leadership. Montez said that being honored in this way is validation that his 10 years of service to the community was always the right thing to do. “Being awarded as Man of the Year validates years of service…

Texas A&M to Build $30M Training Center at PoB

February 16, 2024

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Manufacturing/Industrial News Comments

On Feb. 8, Regents of The Texas A&M University System approved building a $30 million advanced manufacturing training facility at the Port of Brownsville. The announcement comes after the Brownsville Navigation District Board of Commissioners unanimously voted to approve a lease amendment at a recent regular board meeting, allowing the Texas A&M University System to expand its existing footprint at the port. The South Texas Workforce Development Project is proposed…

VA Holds Free Drive-Thru Food Pantry for Veterans

February 15, 2024

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Community Events e-Brief Features News Comments

The Texas Valley Costal Bend VA will hold a free drive-thru food pantry for veterans on Feb. 22. The event takes place from 9-11 a.m., (or until supplies last, at the Harlingen Health Care Clinic at 2601 Veterans Drive. Eligible veterans must be enrolled in health care at the VA Texas Valley Costal Bend Health Care System and present a valid VA identification card to confirm their veteran status. Veterans are asked…