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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brownsville will host the first-ever RGV Animal Care Summit today to address full capacity at the local animal shelter—officials urge residents to adopt or foster pets to help ease the strain. City of Brownsville
ACTIVE NEWS
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CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former North Park Plaza has been transformed into Sabal Palm Market Center and is set to welcome a new music venue — officials say the project will offer a modern space for local entertainment. City of Brownsville
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Parks and Recreation Department and Keep Brownsville Beautiful announced that KBB officially achieved Gold Star status for the 2025 Keep Texas Beautiful Affiliate Recognition—this honor confirms its role in preserving our city's beauty. City of Brownsville
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BCIC has unveiled an ambitious plan for 2025–2029 to shape Brownsville’s future—its blueprint sets the stage for key projects like a new animal care summit and upgrades to city services. City leaders expect the plan to guide community growth and improve local quality of life. City of Brownsville
- ➤ County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. and Commissioners Sofia C. Benavides, Joey Lopez, David A. Garza, and Gus Ruiz will soon vote on a proposed tax rate—details have been posted on the official county notice for public review. Cameron County
- ➤ Brownsville has secured $27.8M for intelligent transportation upgrades—funds that will modernize traffic systems and improve road safety across the city. City of Brownsville
- ➤ County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. has ordered the temporary closure of Boca Chica Beach and a section of State Highway 4 today from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to protect public health and safety during planned SpaceX testing—SpaceX and law enforcement are coordinating to enforce a safety zone with checkpoints for local residents. Cameron County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ DHR Health hosted its 19th annual Fishing for Hope tournament on Aug. 23, where 180 boats and anglers fished for red fish and speckled trout to raise a little more than $500,000 for Hope Family Health Center (all funds support uninsured patients). Stormy weather hit near the weigh-in, but participants safely returned to Jim’s Pier on South Padre Island. Rio Grande Guardian
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Samano Building will reopen this fall as an affordable housing center and community grocery hub—designed to offer local residents safe housing and essential shopping within the neighborhood. The project will bring new opportunities and convenience to the area. City of Brownsville
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.
~ Richard Feynman
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