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The Pharr EDC Foundation is now accepting applications from 2021-2022 graduating seniors for its Foundation Scholarship. The scholarships benefits students in Pharr who are enrolling in a qualifying post-secondary institution. Deadline to apply is 5 p.m. March 14. The scholarship offering is in partnership with the Pharr Economic Development Corporation and the City of Pharr. “We are excited to open the Pharr EDC Foundation Scholarship to our Pharr community for…

City of McAllen Hires Engineering Director

February 16, 2022

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The City of McAllen has hired Eduardo Mendoza as its new director of Engineering. The Rio Grande Valley resident has more than 20 years of experience in engineering, construction management, policy development, budgeting, fiscal management and operational management. He recently served as the interim director of Engineering for the City of McAllen. Before that, he led the department as the deputy director since 2015, managing and completing major projects. These…

TSC Art Instructor Holds First Solo Show

February 13, 2022

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Robert Andes teaches and trains future generations of artists at Texas Southmost College. He also practices what he lectures as an award-winning Rio Grande Valley artist, with a current exhibit at Puente Art Gallery in Brownsville. Andes said this is his first solo art show and he is honored. “When I got the invitation, I was speechless,” said the TSC art instructor. “As an artist, a solo show is the…

U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors Perform Free Concert

February 12, 2022

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The U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors are making a stop at the McAllen Performing Arts Center on Feb. 16 for a free concert. The Army’s official touring big band has received widespread acclaim at home and abroad, earning the Jazz Ambassadors the title “America’s Big Band.” The 7 p.m. concert is open to the public. The Jazz Ambassadors is the United States Army’s premier big band, forming in 1969. Performances by…

Fiesta Edinburg Now Accepting Vendor Applications

February 11, 2022

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The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for food and craft vendor booths for their Fiesta Edinburg Music Festival. The festival will run from Feb. 25 – 26 with the expectation of drawing thousands of spectators to H-E-B Park. Vendor booths are available for the following categories: Commercial exhibitor Food vendor Arts & craft vendor Non-profit All spaces will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis.…

State & RGV Economies Outpacing National Trends

February 10, 2022

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The Texas economy has regained its jobs lost from COVID-19-related challenges and the Rio Grande Valley has largely done the same. Roberto Coronado, a senior economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, made that assessment recently at the RGV Partnership Economic Outlook Luncheon in Harlingen. Joining Coronado were a roster of speakers that gave insights on banking, retailing, housing and other key economic indicators heading into the remainder of…

TSC Offers New Substitute Teacher Course

February 7, 2022

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At the request of local superintendents, Texas Southmost College is now offering a Substitute Teacher course. The 12-hour course, introduced by TSC’s Workforce Training and Continuing Education department, is designed to produce well-trained and prepared substitutes to enter the classroom. Workforce Training and Continuing Education Executive Director Bervick Simon said TSC has worked closely with local school districts to identify the skills needed to be a qualified substitute teacher. “Substitute…

Annual Event Approaches To Remove Abandoned Crab Traps

February 6, 2022

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This month marks 20 years for the Texas Abandoned Crab Trap Removal Program, taking place Feb. 18-27. Texas coastal waters will close to crabbing with wire mesh crab traps to facilitate the annual volunteer crab trap cleanup. Any traps left in bays — including traps tied to docks — will be assumed abandoned and considered “litter” under state law. This allows volunteers to legally remove any crab traps they find.…

Grant Looks To Increase Industry Certifications

February 4, 2022

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A $30,000 Texas Mutual Workforce Grant was recently presented to Texas Southmost College from RGV Focus to help ensure opportunities for TSC faculty and students. The grant will allow students to earn certifications in credit and non-credit workforce programs at TSC in specific skill sets. Faculty will be able to earn new certifications to add to the TSC inventory. TSC President Jesus Roberto Rodriguez said everything that TSC is doing…

Workforce Wednesday Job Fair Takes Place Feb. 9

February 3, 2022

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The City of Harlingen, Harlingen EDC, and Workforce Solutions Cameron host the fourth Workforce Wednesday Job Fair Feb. 9. The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Casa de Amistad, 1204 Fair Park Blvd., Harlingen. The job fair series began in August 2021, hosting dozens of employers giving job seekers an opportunity to connect to thousands of job openings across the region. “These events are placing people…

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