Brownsville Local News – Friday, August 23rd, 2024

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Friday, August 23rd, 2024

Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Brownsville Independent School District is discussing the sale of the Franklin W. Cummings Middle School to the city for Gladys Porter Zoo's expansion, which will allow for larger animal exhibits and enhance educational opportunities. FOX RGV

CRIME NEWS

➤ The Brownsville Police Department is soliciting the community's help to identify a suspect in a recent Stripes store robbery. FOX RGV
➤ A Brownsville man was sentenced to 15 years for manslaughter after fatally stabbing 20-year-old Rolando Reyna following a verbal confrontation. KRGV

ECONOMY NEWS

➤ Brownsville Metro bus fares will double to $2 starting October 1st after city commissioners approved the increase. KURV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ A landfill fire in Mexico is causing smoke smell in Brownsville, Texas, as confirmed by local authorities. ValleyCentral

BROWNSVILLE EVENTS

EVENTS

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Brownsville Year-Round Farmers' Market

Experience fresh produce and local goods at the Brownsville Farmers' Market, held every Saturday morning.

Sat, 9/14/24

Saturday, September 14th, 2024
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19th Annual Know Your Community Fair

Experience a vibrant community fair where local residents can connect with BISD departments and various community resources.

Wed, 9/18/24

Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
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Brownsville Weekly Farmers' Market

Experience fresh local produce and artisanal goods at the Brownsville Farmers' Market every Saturday morning.

Sat, 9/21/24

Saturday, September 21st, 2024
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BROWNSVILLE REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

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BROWNSVILLE JOB BOARD

JOB BOARD

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BROWNSVILLE ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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