Good morning, Brownsville.

The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley has warned residents that social media posts wrongly advertising food distribution events include outdated schedules and false details, leading to wasted trips.

Check the organization’s official Facebook page + website for accurate information.

Veteran site selector Carl Quesinberry said the Rio South Texas corridor — from Brownsville to Laredo — shows increased industrial readiness with improved logistics, workforce alignment, and infrastructure, as confirmed by Valeo’s new plant announcement in McAllen.

A new Texas Workforce Commission report showed that job growth in the region outpaced the state average, with 200 new hospitality jobs in McAllen — local employers noted staffing challenges from increased immigration enforcement.

The City of Brownsville is expanding its fiber network to bring fast internet service to Olmito, Rancho Viejo, and Los Fresnos (and possibly Harlingen) after installing 100 miles so far; officials have applied for a grant that could extend coverage to 17 more communities.

The Cameron County Appraisal District is hosting workshops at the Harlingen Convention Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 8 and April 9 and mobile sessions across Cameron County today to help homeowners understand appraisal notices and homestead tax exemptions.

Free glucose screenings are being offered in April by H-E-B and South Texas Health System as part of the Heart of the Valley campaign, which aims to boost community awareness of diabetes prevention and treatment in the Rio Grande Valley (sponsored by Prime Health).

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.