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Wednesday, August 28th, 2024
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brownsville City Commissioner Tino Villarreal discusses the city's strategies to manage challenges and opportunities presented by SpaceX's expansion, emphasizing infrastructure and regional collaboration with Mexico. Rio Grande Guardian
ACTIVE NEWS
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CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 73-year-old Juan Morales has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for committing child sexual abuse over several decades, offering closure to his victims. FOX RGV
- ➤ Cameron County reexamines the 1980 murder of Alfonso Cavazos with modern DNA testing to uncover new leads in the unsolved case. FOX RGV
- ➤ The Brownsville Police Department is searching for a suspect involved in a July 31, 2024, laundromat and convenience store robbery, urging public assistance. KRGV
- ➤ U.S. Customs and Border Protection intercepted 200 pounds of methamphetamine, worth $1.8 million, at the Progreso Port of Entry. ValleyCentral
- ➤ An unidentified man with injuries and blood on his body was discovered in rural Brownsville, leading to an ongoing investigation. KRGV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX officials discussed future plans and safety measures for the upcoming fifth Starship test flight from Boca Chica, highlighting coordination with the FAA and safety preparations for spectator areas in Mexico and Brownsville. KRGV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Southmost College announces a partnership with Sam Houston State University to offer in-person and online criminal justice classes at TSC, enhancing local higher education opportunities. MyRGV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas state officials commend Cameron County for its comprehensive election worker training and compliance with election codes. ValleyCentral
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX is constructing a second launch tower at Boca Chica, featuring innovative 'chopstick' arms to catch its Starship booster during an orbital flight, marking a novel attempt in spaceflight. KRGV
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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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La Joya Coyotes vs. Hanna Eagles Football Game
Experience the excitement of local high school football as the La Joya Coyotes face off against the Hanna Eagles at the historic Resaca de la Palma National Battlefield.
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