Friday, October 18th, 2024
Good morning, Mission. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A domestic violence awareness event in Edinburg featured a survivor's story and emphasized the importance of prevention education and community involvement. MyRGV.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alejandro Balderrama, 17, was arrested by DPS for human smuggling and evading arrest after a high-speed chase in Mission, Texas. FOX RGV
- ➤ The 13th Court of Appeals ordered a new trial for Raul Lopez, convicted of a 2016 mass shooting, due to Miranda rights violations possibly affecting the jury's rejection of his insanity defense. MyRGV.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Region One Education Service Center is set to host an elementary school esports tournament focusing on enhancing teamwork, communication, and technical skills. MyRGV.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
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81st Annual UIL Pigskin Marching Band Contest
Come out and support all the High School Bands at the 81st Annual Pigskin Marching Contest at Mission CISD Stadium and at the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium. Purchase tickets at Hometown Ticketing. Type "University Interscholastic League - Region 15" in "Search" box for tickets.
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81st Annual UIL Pigskin Marching Band Contest
Come out and support all the High School Bands at the 81st Annual Pigskin Marching Contest at Mission CISD Stadium and at the McAllen Veterans Memorial Stadium. Purchase tickets at Hometown Ticketing. Type "University Interscholastic League - Region 15" in "Search" box for tickets.
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The Powell Brothers Benefit Concert
Experience a night of live music at the Friends for Hope's 19th Annual Heroes And Outlaws benefit concert featuring The Powell Brothers.
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3rd Annual Veterans Day Celebration at Bobby Lackey Stadium
Celebrate and honor the nation's veterans at this free community event hosted by the Rotary Club of Weslaco and Weslaco ISD.
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Edgar Oceransky Live at Lada 52 Bar & Grill
Experience a night of live music with Edgar Oceransky at Lada 52 Bar & Grill in Mission, Texas.
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