Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ No one was hurt when a plane left the runway at Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport on Sunday after a mechanical problem at 5 p.m.—the airport said flights returned to normal later and advised travelers to check with their airlines. KURV
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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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Brownsville, through B-Metro—offers a new ADA Paratransit Service that gives qualified people with disabilities curb-to-curb rides at a $2.00 fare per trip, showing the city’s commitment to accessible public transportation. City of Brownsville
- ➤ Brownsville Commissioner Pedro Cardenas announced a $14 million project to rebuild Old Highway 77, which will add sidewalks and bike trails while improving road safety, drainage, and utility services. Crews are installing sanitary sewer and stormwater lines, and officials expect the project to finish by fall 2026 — residents are asked to plan for detours. KRGV
- ➤ Cameron County adopted a $244 million fiscal budget on September 2 that lowers the property tax rate for the third straight year and gives a 10% salary boost to Peace Officers, Detention Officers and Dispatchers while other staff earn a 5% raise. The budget creates 11 new county positions and will take effect on October 1. Cameron County
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Saturday review of Chilmoli Mexican Steakhouse at 1001 E. Washington St. described its Wagyu burger as thick and juicy—an experience that impressed diners with an elegant setting and attentive service amid busy family gatherings. MyRGV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new state law banned foreign buyers from purchasing Texas property starting Monday. The law bars buyers from China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and other countries named by the governor and stops leasing homes for more than a year — meant to shield Texas from undue foreign influence. KURV
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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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