Good morning, Mission.

Pedro Camacho, who owns a warehouse along Military Highway in Pharr, said his business will adjust imports if a 21% tariff on Mexican tomatoes goes into effect by July 14—this change may force a reduction in supplies for his customers.

A local produce association and officials have met to ask lawmakers in Washington to reconsider the tariff increase, warning it could impact Texas jobs.

Students at Sharyland Pioneer High School built a new paved walkway for custodians to take out trash on campus—using six yards of donated concrete from 57 Concrete and guidance from teacher Jorge Espinoza.

A red ribbon cutting on April 10 marked the project and custodians said the new path makes their work easier.

UTRGV Student Media won its third straight Director’s Cup at the TIPA convention in San Marcos, proving its skill in running news contests.

The win adds to the group’s awards since 2019—achieved despite a wave of new team members—showing that students work hard to keep the department among the state’s best.

Today, Channel 5 News, Noticias RGV and Take 5 air a segment on diabetes prevention + bariatric surgeon Dr. Luis Reyes explains complications of untreated diabetes.

HEB and South Texas Health Systems offer free diabetes screenings during April + the coverage includes content in English and Spanish.

Valley softball teams are gearing up for postseason play as Weslaco High, Harlingen South, and PSJA High prepare for challenging bi-district matchups in competitive 6A and 5A brackets—coaches warn that injuries and loss of key players could hurt each team’s chance to reach state.

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.

A Run to Remember

12:00 AM — Bentsen Palm Community Park — Various registration fees apply — Participate in a community-focused 5K and 1 Mile Walk event.