Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of September.
Good morning, Brownsville.
🌲 Environment
A brush fire burned 1,500 acres on Saturday in northern Hidalgo County, endangering cattle and prompting help from local fire departments.
As of Monday, crews had contained 75% of the blaze — officials say dry conditions may lead to more fires — and will complete a final mop-up today.
📰 Real Estate
Home values and property tax bills are rising in Brownsville due to large employers like SpaceX and Saronic.
City officials have proposed maintaining the current tax rate for the next budget while drafting a housing master plan (to help longtime residents keep living costs down).
🏈 Sports
UTRGV’s football team beat UT Permian Basin 44-0 on Saturday, Aug.
29 at Bob and Janet Vackar Stadium in Edinburg — junior Aidan Jakobsohn and transfer Garret Rangel led key scoring drives.
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