Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
Good morning, Mission.
🚧 Accidents
Crews from several Rio Grande Valley cities have been sent to help rescue and recovery efforts in the Texas Hill Country after recent floods killed at least 24 people and washed away homes and vehicles.
Brownsville deployed a team of three with an ambulance and strike team leader — while McAllen and nearby cities sent nine firefighters and a water rescue squad to Seguin — as heavy rains and flash flood warnings continue.
🎓 Education
Gabriela Alvarez, a member of a McAllen Girl Scout troop, worked to earn the Gold Star Award by creating a sanctuary for native birds and raising awareness about 600 bird species in the Rio Grande Valley + leading a restoration at Eagle Pond at Bentsen State Park on June 14.
She later hosted a workshop that helped parents and children learn about the local bird population.
🏈 Sports
KRGV will launch Vaquero Game Day to deliver exclusive interviews & live coverage during every UTRGV home game.
The new show debuts on Saturday, Aug. 30 at 10 a.m. on Channel 5.
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