Good morning, Brownsville.

An automotive parts company in Brownsville will lay off nearly 600 workers on April 30, with 345 at the Billy Mitchell plant, 183 at the Titan Distribution Center and 43 at the ASC facility.

The company has also announced closures at maquiladora plants along the border (details remain pending).

Today, the Gladys Porter Zoo is hosting an educational campaign on ocelot conservation to help visitors understand the importance of protecting the endangered species (an effort that underlines local wildlife preservation).

The South Texas Afghanistan Iraq Veterans Association (STAIVA) is offering free mental health sessions and peer support to military personnel and families in Brownsville who are anxious amid rising tensions with Iran.

Led by veterans including Miguel Altamirano, the group encourages sharing challenges and coping skills.

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Lorena Saenz Gonzalez urges locals to learn the early signs of colorectal cancer after actor James Van Der Beek’s death at 48 raised concerns about risks for younger adults, and she reminds residents that screening starting at age 45 + early detection can save lives.

Downtown Brownsville may see a riverfront redevelopment with restaurants, stores, apartments, and hotels along the Rio Grande, as a California company presented design drawings to local leaders (they are awaiting a formal proposal to create a joint reinvestment zone).

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.