Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
Good morning, Brownsville.
UTRGV President Guy Bailey received the Educational Champion Award for a 10-year partnership with Teach for America that helped place 1,800 teachers in local classrooms.
The program recently welcomed 19 UTRGV alumni starting their first year teaching (a strong local effort to improve education).
Brownsville city leaders unveiled a 10-year parks master plan to expand walking trails and add splash pads to Cabler and Oliveira Parks.
The water amenities will be finished by mid-June — three other parks will get new playground sets.
The FERC will hold two scoping sessions on March 24 and 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center to gather public input on a proposed train 6 expansion at Rio Grande LNG that could boost capacity to 48 million metric tons per year.
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.
42nd Annual Causeway Run & Walk
7-10 a.m. — Port Isabel Event & Cultural Center — Registration required — Enjoy a scenic run across the iconic Queen Isabella Causeway with stunning coastal views.
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