Good morning, Mission.

Federal officials warn Mission residents that a brushing scam is on the rise as unexpected packages with QR codes may lead to phishing attacks that steal personal and financial details (experts advise not scanning codes or links and to secure online accounts).

South Texas College Ballet Folklórico will perform at FC Dallas on Sept.

19 and at AT&T Stadium in Arlington on Sept. 20, showcasing Sonora Bronco and Aztec dances. The 32 dancers have trained twice weekly + share traditions from the region.

UTRGV will open an affordable optometry school (state's third) in the former Monitor offices on Nolana Avenue in McAllen next fall to help address the shortage of eye doctors in the Valley.

Construction begins soon with renovations estimated at $41 million.

Gov. Greg Abbott awarded over $5 million in TVC grants on Tuesday to 21 groups serving veterans in South Texas.

More than $2 million will boost local veteran housing and mental health services for nearly 2,827 veterans.

High school volleyball teams played district games recently as players Aimee Villarreal and Khalia Trevino helped their teams secure wins when Palmview faced Mission and Mission Veterans met Sharyland.