Good Day
Mission
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Mission. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Capable Kids is a non-profit that offers inclusive sports and social programs for kids and young adults with disabilities at the Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Indoor Sports Complex. The group modifies equipment for activities like baseball and surf clinics—celebrating 10 years of inclusion in the Rio Grande Valley. KRGV
- ➤ The Salvation Army of McAllen helped families affected by floods from severe thunderstorms in the Rio Grande Valley in March and served over 35,000 hot meals to those forced to leave their homes—officials said the group is now asking for donations to continue its disaster recovery plan. KRGV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four individuals from Mexico were sentenced in Edinburg for their roles in a cocaine smuggling conspiracy involving over 220 pounds of drugs—with sentences ranging from three to nearly six years—after an investigation that began in 2022. MyRGV.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Marías announced their Submarine Tour Extended on April 10 and will perform in McAllen on July 10 at the McAllen Convention Center with special guest julie + presale tickets begin on April 15 at 10 a.m. and run until 10 p.m. MyRGV.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State comptroller figures showed that February sales tax collections in the Valley fell compared to last year (Mission revenue dropped 19.53% to $2.03 million and Brownsville declined 13.55% to $4.21 million) while other cities saw smaller drops. Major business sectors and retail contributed to a overall statewide decline of 2.7%. MyRGV.com
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One More Time 5K
8-10 a.m. — Richard Thompson Stadium — $15-$25 — Participate in a vibrant 5K to support scholarships for talented students and the Diamondback Band.
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Ruck Autism
6-8 p.m. — 5x5 Brewing Co. — Cost info not provided — Strap on your ruck for a charity walk supporting autism awareness.
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Watermelon Festival & BBQ Cook Off
2-11 p.m. — Alamo Sports Complex — Free entry — Celebrate with great food, games, and community spirit at the Watermelon Festival.
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You have to go through the slow to find the fast.
~ Mark Manson
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