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Saturday, August 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brownsville's potential acquisition of Cummings Middle School aims to facilitate Gladys Porter Zoo's necessary expansion for maintaining its accreditation and supporting the zoo's endangered species breeding program. MyRGV
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
- ➤ Federal authorities seized over 100 pounds of narcotics, including cocaine and heroin, in two separate incidents at international bridges in Texas, leading to arrests and court appearances for those involved. MyRGV
- ➤ Humberto Paz, 33, was arraigned for murder and aggravated assault after a dispute at the Brownsville Library led to the fatal shooting of a 71-year-old man. FOX RGV
- ➤ Brownsville PD is seeking public assistance to locate a suspect in the theft of a black 2023 Jeep Gladiator on East Tyler Street. FOX RGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Twelve candidates are contesting for four seats in the Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees election, coinciding with the U.S. presidential election. MyRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Attorney General accuses NGO Team Brownsville of mismanagement and unauthorized use of funds intended for migrant services, with a court hearing set to address these allegations. MyRGV
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez has secured over $23 million in grants for South Texas water infrastructure to combat drought and enhance water conservation. Rio Grande Guardian
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Brownsville Year-Round Farmers' Market
Experience fresh produce and local goods at the Brownsville Farmers' Market, held every Saturday morning.
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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.
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Brownsville Weekly Farmers' Market
Experience fresh local produce and artisanal goods at the Brownsville Farmers' Market every Saturday morning.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
~ Benjamin Graham
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