Good morning, Brownsville.

A fire broke out Sunday night at the Rivera Early College High School football field and the Brownsville Fire Department quickly put out the flames — the Brownsville Independent School District said an investigation is underway and asked anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers.

Police secured the area near the intersection of Coria Street and Price Road after an officer-involved shooting occurred Monday evening, Chief Sauceda confirmed — officers are investigating the incident.

City of Brownsville partnered with the Mitte Cultural District and announced Monday the transformation of the former Brownsville Museum of Fine Art (now The Mitte: Arts and Cultural Center) into a hub for local arts.

The center will host events and exhibits to bring cultural experiences to the community.

Girl Scout Avalyn Miami Macias organized the 2025 Arts and Literacy Festival at Linear Park on July 26 as part of her Gold Award project, where families enjoyed free books, virtual reality exhibits from the Children’s Museum of Brownsville, and literary booths by nonprofit R.O.C.A—adding both art and learning to the community. Avalyn hopes the festival will become an annual event.

Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has ordered the temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 from FM 1419 to the beach on July 30 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for SpaceX non-flight testing.

SpaceX and law enforcement will enforce checkpoints — residents with proper proof of residence may pass — to keep the area secure during the event.

At the LRGVDC Small Cities Coalition meeting held July 22 in Weslaco, Prairie View A&M Extension agents Rina Castillo and Megan Rodriguez explained their community and economic development programs to support local farms, families, and small businesses — the programs already serve 66 Texas counties — and they plan to add more agents to boost home ownership and financial literacy.

Sip & Paint: Paris

6-10 p.m. — JOLIE PETITE — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session while enjoying wine and charcuterie.

Meet and Greet with Jonathan Breck

12-1 p.m. — 800 Dr Hugh Emerson Rd — $60 photo op, $50 autograph combo — Meet The Creeper and capture a memorable moment with autographs and selfies.