Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
Good morning, Brownsville.
Sister Norma Pimentel from McAllen was named one of TIME's Women of the Year for her leadership at Catholic Charities Respite Center + Rio Grande Valley.
This honor follows her selection as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People in 2020.
Texas Parks and Wildlife hosted a bilingual screwworm workshop Saturday at Texas A&M offices in Weslaco (teaching residents to quarantine infected livestock amid nearly 800 cases reported in Mexico and cautioning that pets could also be at risk).
Unidos Contra La Diabetes and Methodist Healthcare Ministries have partnered with local faith groups, restaurants and leaders to launch the Blue Zone Communities Initiative in the Valley to reduce diabetes and obesity.
The groups will hold community listening sessions and surveys in the coming months — steps toward a healthier future.
Flip Circus
7-10 p.m. — Circus Vazquez, Sunrise Mall — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable circus performance right in Brownsville, TX.
Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Historic Alonso Building — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening of Bad Bunny's music performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
Mike E Winfield Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Lucky Barrel — Ticket required — Experience the refreshing humor of Mike E. Winfield as he shares relatable stories and keeps you laughing all night long.
Brownsville Guitar Festival
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM — TSC Performing Arts Center — Registration fees from $40 — Participate in a premier ensemble competition for guitarists.
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