Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ UTRGV student Mikey Rey Guevara credits his DOT-certified helmet for saving his life after a motorcycle crash on Jan. 29 at the intersection (23rd Street and Northgate Lane) in McAllen; he is recovering at DHR Health and has his third surgery scheduled for today. KRGV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ RGV Partnership named Paco Sanchez as its new president and CEO. With two decades in the legislature, he will lead the chamber's advocacy efforts and gather community input for the RGV Legislative Tour work session on Feb. 28 in Mission — a key meeting on regional transportation. Rio Grande Guardian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ PSJA Superintendent Alejandro Elias discussed the district’s Early College model in a recent podcast with the Rio Grande Guardian. He noted more than 180 early graduates earned tuition-free associate degrees and certifications, boosting workforce readiness for first-generation students. Rio Grande Guardian
- ➤ La Joya ISD is boosting campus safety by installing state-funded video doorbells and marked emergency exits so students can quickly locate safe routes during emergencies—this $2 million upgrade is made with a state grant. KRGV
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Charro Days
Time TBD — 455 E Elizabeth St, Brownsville, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Mexican heritage with vibrant festivities and local culture.
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Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Circus Vazquez, Sunrise Mall — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable circus performance right in Brownsville, TX.
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