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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Rose M.Z. Gowen, board chair of the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation, delivered the new 2025-2029 Strategic Plan that links economic growth with public wellness to boost parks, downtown development, and support for small businesses. The plan will build on local partnerships and services — setting a course for a vibrant future in Brownsville. Rio Grande Guardian
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Texas Department of Public Safety troopers and Border Patrol agents executed a warrant near Alton on Wednesday evening on Inspiration Road near the Mile 4 Line — with cameras rolling on the scene — and details of the ongoing case were not provided. KRGV
- ➤ A Brownsville police officer was hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries after colliding with a Texas Department of Public Safety unit assisting with a car chase at 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday at McKenzie Road and Central Avenue+ a DPS trooper was reported to be fine. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ BBC cameras will film a three-part documentary at a Brownsville ISD campus to show the district’s transition to scratch cooking in its lunch program. The district will use a $4 million federal grant to buy equipment and produce — filming will begin in September. KRGV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bianca Garcia from the National Weather Service said a tropical disturbance off the Yucatan will bring heavy rain to the Rio Grande Valley on Friday and Saturday—there is a 40-50% chance in Cameron and Hidalgo counties, and low-lying areas may see minor flooding while high sea swells are expected along the coast. MyRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Brownsville Navigation District has released the 2025 notice about property tax rates. The notice shows that most properties will have the same tax as last year on the no-new revenue rate while the voter-approval rate is the highest allowed with no election—this rate is calculated per $100 of property value. Port of Brownsville
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ South Texas Health System experts advise parents to set a school-like routine two or three weeks before school starts to ease kids’ anxiety—using tactics like early bedtimes, a healthy breakfast, and a calm space at home to help reduce signs of stress such as changes in sleep and appetite. They also recommend daily check-ins after school so parents can quickly address any lasting concerns and seek extra help if needed. 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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