Good morning, Brownsville.

Friends of the Library at Brownsville Public Library System are calling on community members to volunteer and enhance library services and programs—this effort aims to expand the library's offerings for local residents.

Brownsville Police said a teen riding his scooter was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of East 10th Street and McNair Family Drive at around 7:50 p.m. Wednesday, and officers assisted him as he was taken to a local hospital while the driver remained on scene to cooperate with investigators.

A 23-year-old man named Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in an officer-involved shooting at the intersection of Marlin Street and Padre Boulevard on South Padre Island over the weekend—Texas Rangers are investigating the incident.

The Texas Department of Public Safety identified 23-year-old Ruben Ray Martinez as the man fatally shot in an officer-involved shooting on South Padre Island last Saturday at 12:40 a.m. at the intersection of Padre Boulevard and Marlin Street—officials have not yet named the involved agency.

The San Benito Police Department is asking residents to help find 22-year-old Oscar Rodarte, wanted for a shooting on March 13 at the 1800 block of E.

Business 77 in San Benito that left a 32-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds in critical condition — another suspect remains unknown.

Brownsville is asking residents to provide input for a Park, Health and Recreation Master Plan that will guide park and trail improvements for the next 10 to 20 years.

The city hired San Antonio-based Stantec—tasked with hosting focus groups, open-house meetings and pop-up events starting in early April—to gather the essential feedback needed to shape future investments.

State Highway 4 near the Port of Brownsville will have intermittent delays on March 23 from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. as SpaceX conducts TXDOT-approved transportation operations for about 2 hours — the road and beach remain open though traffic may slow briefly.

Brownsville Guitar Ensemble Festival

The Brownsville Guitar Ensemble Festival features a national competition for acoustic guitar ensembles and includes performances from renowned guitarists.

Virtual Tour of Bella Villa Assisted Living

9 AM-7 PM | Bella Villa Assisted Living | Free entry | Explore one of the highest-rated senior living communities that emphasizes nutrition and exceptional care.

Harlingen JV Softball Game at Los Fresnos

9:30-11:15 a.m. — Los Fresnos High School — Free entry — Cheer on the Los Fresnos JV softball team as they face off against Harlingen in a spirited non-conference game.