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This spring, McAllen ISD won its division for the second year in a row in the statewide contest known as It’s Time Texas Community Challenge. Recently, McAllen ISD staff members who finished in the top 10 among individuals received certificates of their achievement in the health and wellness competition. The honorees included Melissa Leal and Angelica Cazares of Sanchez Elementary; and Erick Morin, Tony Harris and Karen Teverovsky of the…

STC Manufacturing Goes International

June 14, 2022

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South Texas College is extending its workforce development training and services for the first time ever to manufacturers south of the border. After nearly a decade of trying, STC is finally making ground with the maquiladoras in Mexico, according to Luisa Fernanda Rodriguez, the college’s Global Market Development Coordinator. Operating out of STC’s Office of Industry Training and Economic Development, Rodriguez said she is at the forefront of a brand-new…

Edinburg Continues To See Significant Population Growth

June 11, 2022

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Edinburg’s population has grown to 102,483 residents as of July 2021. In just one year, Edinburg saw a 2.4 percent population increase and grew by 2,444 people. This is up from 100,039 residents per the July 2020 Census numbers. The data, released in late May 2022, shows that the city’s growth ranks the highest amongst fellow Rio Grande Valley cities.…

“Texas Interns Unite!” To Build Internship Connections

June 9, 2022

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The Texas Workforce Commission recently debuted a new internship initiative, Texas Interns Unite! at a press conference in Austin. The initiative emphasizes the benefits of internships while also connecting interns across the state with Texas employers and each other. In partnership with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and TXWORKS Internship Program, this initiative will allow interns the opportunity to build relationships and strengthen industry connections. If an employer or an intern…

STC And Rio Grande City Grulla ISD Partner For CDL Courses

June 7, 2022

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With three ports of entry, trucking is the lifeblood of international commerce and the economy in Starr County, according to Rose Benavidez, chairwoman of South Texas College Board of Trustees and president of Starr County Industrial Foundation. That’s why Rio Grande City Grulla ISD board members have approved a new partnership with STC to provide CDL training in Starr County this summer. “There is little doubt that in these uncertain…

TSC Logistics Program Begins This Fall

June 6, 2022

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The program options at the Texas Southmost College Workforce Education and Continuing Education department continue to expand with its newest Logistics program beginning fall 2022. The 13-week program will offer a certificate of completion and was developed as a result of an industry shortage for logistic specialists. TSC Executive Director of Workforce Training and Continuing Education Bervick Simon said the program’s development is based on industry recommendations to increase timely…

Brownsville ISD Launches Free Summer Meal Program

June 5, 2022

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The Brownsville Independent School District is launching its Seamless Summer Option Program beginning June 6. The district’s Food and Nutrition Services Department will offer free breakfast and lunch meals through Aug. 5. This program is sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture and provides nutritious free meals for children up to age 18. All families have to do is find a site, have their child show up for breakfast…

McAllen Chamber Names Mejia President/CEO

June 4, 2022

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The McAllen Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has named Josh Mejia as president and chief executive officer effective June 29. Bianca Cardenas, who has been serving as Interim President/CEO over the last eight months will continue her role as VP of Membership Services. Mejia is an economic development executive with more than 10 years of experience in economic development, entrepreneurship, government relations and marketing. He comes from the Brownsville…

Guerra Appointed As Port Chairman

June 2, 2022

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Brownsville Navigation District Commissioner Esteban Guerra was unanimously appointed to serve as chairman of the BND Board of Commissioners during the board’s recent regular meeting. Guerra serves as chairman alongside BND Vice Chairman Ralph Cowen and BND Secretary of the Board John Wood, also unanimously appointed to serve as part of the executive board. Commissioners John Reed and Sergio Tito Lopez round out the board as assistant secretaries. Wood, Commissioner…

TSC RN Program Receives Full Accreditation

June 2, 2022

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The Associate Degree of Nursing program at Texas Southmost College now has full approval and accreditation by the Texas Board of Nursing. The milestone has been a goal since the program’s inception at the college in 2019. To receive this status from the Texas Board of Nursing, the program had to meet all rules, regulations and stipulations set by the board of nursing. This includes a National Council Licensure Examination…