Good morning, Brownsville.

Religious leaders blessed the Brownsville shrimp fleet at Zimco Marine on the shrimp basin on Wed, July 8 to honor lost shrimpers and pray for crew safety as the Texas shrimp season reopens on July 15.

Local officials and industry representatives supported calls for state funding to aid the declining shrimp industry.

LUPE is asking local residents about their internet usage and costs in a survey as it plans to launch its own affordable provider.

The organization invites those interested to join its committee to help bridge the digital divide.

Glenfarne Group announced that Texas LNG Brownsville issued a Limited Notice to Proceed to Kiewit Energy Group (covering purchase orders for long-lead equipment, engineering, and geotechnical work) at the Port of Brownsville on July 2.

The progress sets the stage for full construction and a final investment decision.

AEP Texas secured a $3 billion federal loan from the U.S. Department of Energy to upgrade its power grid with 89 transmission line projects (saving customers an estimated $685 million over 30 years) as benefits reach the Rio Grande Valley.

Browne Avenue will close for about three months starting Jul.

20 for a bridge replacement near Boca Chica Avenue — residents want TxDOT to improve its notification process after a brief unannounced closure.

San Benito residents say Military Highway Water Supply Corporation’s tap water has been brown for about a year (raising concerns about extra costs for filters and animal care).

The company maintains its tests meet federal standards, while residents can address issues at monthly board meetings in Mercedes.

TxDOT has begun reconstruction on the east side of the FM 494 and Mile Four East intersection in the Alton area.

The three month Shary Road Widening Project will install new sidewalks, ramps and traffic signals + drivers are advised to follow detour signs.

A Texas House Committee held two hearings in April and May to explore ways to lower rising drug prices that burden families in the Rio Grande Valley.

Lawmakers discussed measures to improve transparency and reduce costs, as many locals rely on coupons or cross into Mexico to afford their prescriptions.

The RGV Red Crowns hosted their final regular season match on Friday, July 3 at Harlingen Field against Brownsville Soccer Club — drawing over 1,000 fans and local tailgate groups as the team built strong community momentum.