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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
ACTIVE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We found your go-to item for upping fall runs and workouts: a top-selling weighted strength training vest. Choose from six pounds up to 30 pounds and add the weighted vest to runs, classes, or gym sessions to enhance calorie burning, improve your core, and increase muscle gains. The Buy
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brownsville police are asking residents to help identify suspects in a recent theft at Old Navy and have released images of those involved while urging anyone who recognizes them to call at (956) 546-8477. FOX RGV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rio Grande Guardian celebrated its 20th Anniversary today and thanked readers, reporters, sponsors, and supporters for a journey that began in summer 2005—evolving from focused legislative coverage to community news and international trade reporting. Editor Steve Taylor highlighted upcoming video stories and tech partnerships that promise to build on the publication’s legacy. Rio Grande Guardian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Brownsville Independent School District held its annual back to school fair Saturday, Aug. 9th at the Central Administration Building on Palm Blvd, where over 60 agencies offered free backpacks, school supplies, immunizations, dental screenings, and haircuts for kids. Diana Clough, the district's homeless coordinator, led the event that featured live music and vendor activities — a festive day that provided vital resources to local families. MyRGV
- ➤ Brownsville ISD will introduce changes for students and staff in the upcoming school year by adjusting curriculum and policies—details on implementation and timing will be provided later. The move aims to enhance learning and work conditions across district schools. KRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Brownsville is hiring for jobs in Engineering, Public Works — and Multimodal Services. Residents can apply online to join the team and serve our city. City of Brownsville
- ➤ Cameron County leaders broke ground on upgrades to Beach Access No. 3 on South Padre Island on Monday—funded by a $4.4 million SpaceX donation and state funds—and the project will add an elevated plaza, new pavilions, ADA parking and permeable parking while closing the access at 28495 State Park Road 100-North until mid-summer 2026. KRGV
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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.
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Simon Celaya Railroad Gallery Grand Opening
6-8 p.m. — Historic Brownsville Museum — Included with admission — Celebrate the vibrant new Simon Celaya Railroad Gallery with complimentary refreshments and exclusive exhibit tours.
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The best part? It also helps strengthen your core and build muscle as you move. Whether you're training indoors or hitting the trails, this vest is a simple way to take your workouts to the next level this season.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.
~ Stephen McCranie
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