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Thursday, August 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Mission. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Mission woman was arrested for smuggling nearly 102 pounds of methamphetamine in her vehicle at the Hidalgo Port of Entry.  MyRGV.com
  • CBP officers confiscated $1.8 million worth of meth and arrested a 27-year-old American at Progreso International Bridge.  FOX RGV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Ramon Segovia secures his place on the November ballot for Hidalgo County Precinct 3, Place 1 justice of the peace after the Texas Supreme Court denies Sonia Treviño's election contest, ensuring his victory due to no Republican opposition.  MyRGV.com
  • Senators Cornyn and Bozeman demand federal intervention to ensure Mexico complies with the 1944 Water Treaty, as South Texas farmers face critical water shortages and economic hardship.  FOX RGV
  • Cameron County's election processes receive praise from the state audit but also face recommendations for improvements such as creating a written security plan and enhancing mail ballot reporting.  KRGV

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Texas Organ Sharing Alliance emphasizes the critical need for organ donations in the Rio Grande Valley, highlighting the thousands on transplant waiting lists.  KRGV

SPORTS NEWS

  • Despite losing many starters to graduation, PSJA North Raiders' head coach Marcus Kaufmann is confident in the new lineup maintaining the team's high-performance legacy.  KRGV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Latina Leadership Conference & Expo 'With Strength and Heart'

    Experience a day of empowering workshops, insightful discussions, and vibrant networking opportunities focused on women's leadership and personal development.

    Wed, 9/18/24

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  • Grupo Pesado Concert

    Experience a live concert by the renowned Grupo Pesado at the McAllen Performing Arts Center.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • 1st Annual Mariachi Festival Celebration

    Celebrate the vibrant traditions of mariachi music and dance featuring Mariachi 7 Leguas, UTRGV Ballet Folklorico, and talented youth musicians from the Rio Grande Valley.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • Paint the Bowl of Giving: A Colorful Evening for Charity

    Experience a vibrant painting party where community members can unleash their creativity while supporting the Food Bank RGV in their mission to fight hunger.

    Tue, 9/24/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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