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Friday, October 18th, 2024

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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

  • Hidalgo County is nearing the opening of its new courthouse, delayed since 2021, as officials work towards obtaining a certificate of occupancy.  MyRGV.com
  • Rio Grande Valley voters to decide on city charter amendments to ensure compliance with state laws, with early voting beginning Monday.  KRGV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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