Category Archives: e-Brief Features

BRO Announces New Assistant Director

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Christopher Hopkins

Christopher Hopkins is the new assistant director of the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport. Hopkins now manages airside, landside, security, ground transportation and terminal operations for the airport.   Hopkins brings more than 22 years of industry experience in aviation, security, business finance, contract negotiations and public safety. Most recently, he worked for Aviation Events & Consulting, a firm specializing in lease negotiations and business development of airport space.  …

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IMAS Awarded Opens Call for Art Proposals

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The International Museum of Art & Science has received a Cultural District Project grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts for Destination McAllen: Art, Culture, IMAS. The IMAS is partnering with the McAllen Chamber of Commerce and Decibel Communications to promote the McAllen Cultural District across the state of Texas. IMAS is currently requesting proposals for a public art project through Nov. 7. Artists may submit proposals for a…

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Student’s VIDA Journey Goes International

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Rhonda Diaz

Every month, VBR publishes a story about a current Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement participant or one who has already earned a certificate or degree, altering the trajectory of his or her life. This month, we feature Rhonda Diaz, who will graduate from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in December with a bachelor’s degree in computer science.  “Before VIDA, I was attending college part time; with VIDA’s…

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BRO Virtual Tour Now Online

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BRO virtual

A virtual tour of the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport is now live online at flybrownsville.com. The 360-degree virtual tour allows the user to navigate the airport and become familiar with each facet of the terminal.  Users can click on the image “Explore Our 3D 360° Tour” to tour the airport facility using a computer or cell phone. The function allows current and future travelers to explore the location of…

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IMAS Receives Grant Supporting School Visits 

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IMAS Corning Incorporated Foundation grant

The International Museum of Art & Science is the first recipient of a $5,000 grant from the South Texas Chapter of the Corning Incorporated Foundation. Corning Connects will provide an opportunity for underserved school children from South Texas to visit the IMAS for transformative field experiences at the museum. With the support of Corning, student groups from area schools can visit at no cost for an IMAS educator-led, hands-on visit…

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New Shopping Center Coming to Sharyland

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Domain Development has announced its latest venture in Sharyland, Shary Town Plaza. The shopping center spans over 24,000 square feet, housed within two buildings. Situated across the street from La Fogata and the Mission Event Center, Domain Development considers this high-traffic area “the perfect place” to plant its next commercial development. This specific location is shadow-anchored by various high-traffic retailers such as HEB, Ross, Target, Home Depot and other highly…

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BCIC Recievs IEDC Honor For Third Consecutive Year

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BCIC, IEDC awards

The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation recently won two excellence awards at the International Economic Development Council annual conference in Dallas. This is the third consecutive year BCIC has received recognition from IEDC. BCIC received the Gold Award for Partnerships with Educational Institutions and the Bronze Award for Best Use of Federal Economic Development Resources, highlighting the organization’s commitment to improving the economic landscape and overall quality of life in the…

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RGV Birding Festival Soars Into Harlingen On Nov. 8

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Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival

The 2023 Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival takes place Nov. 8-12 at the Harlingen Convention Center. The event includes 100 field trip offerings to choose from including traditional tours through the parks and new offerings such as private ranches.  Special trips in the field with some of the festival’s featured speakers to further enhance their presentations are also on the schedule. In addition to field trips, the Rio Grande Valley Birding…

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Edinburg Chamber Accepting Man & Woman of the Year Nominations

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Edinburg Chamber of Commerce's 2022 Man and Woman of the Year Estella G. Lopez and Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa

The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its 2023 Man & Woman of the Year Awards. The winners will be recognized at the Annual Installation & Awards Banquet on Nov. 8. Each year, the Edinburg Chamber organizes a committee that will appoint a man and a woman as the award winners. The selected individuals must excel in professional and civic commitment within the community of Edinburg. The…

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McAllen Airport Kicks Off Football Season

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McAllen International Airport, the South Texas Airport of the Dallas Cowboys, kicked off the football season last week with a Meet and Greet with Michael Irvin, the Dallas Cowboys legend and NFL Hall of Famer. During the event, Irvin announced to fans that he will be appearing at the 10th anniversary of the McAllen Holiday Parade. “When you’re on a team, you’re part of a family that fights for the…

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