Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
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🏘️ Community
The Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center introduces Puppy/Kitten Yoga to encourage pet adoptions while offering a unique relaxing experience.
The Ride for Rotary 2024, a 25-mile fundraiser event from Brownsville to South Padre Island on Oct.
6, aims to support youth community programs.
🚨 Crime
A McAllen man was sentenced to 38 years in federal prison for hostage-taking, human smuggling, and firearms charges.
📰 Economy
Three Brownsville entrepreneurs win a share of $70,000 in seed funding at the StartUp Texas Innovation Competition, showcasing the city's growing start-up ecosystem.
🌲 Environment
SpaceX and Texas Adopt-A-Beach are hosting a beach cleanup at Boca Chica on September 28, offering free lunch to volunteers.
🏛️ Government
Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport secures over $9 million in federal funds for runway upgrades to enhance safety and efficiency, via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
In Texas House District 37, Democrat Jonathan Gracia aims to defeat incumbent Republican Janie Lopez by opposing her support for a school voucher system, highlighting a critical electoral battle over education policy.
🏥 Health
Dr. Sheila Magoon urges the Rio Grande Valley community to act against the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's decision that threatens over 260,000 patients' access to STAR and CHIP health services.
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La Joya Coyotes vs. Hanna Eagles Football Game
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Brownsville Farmers' Market - Fresh Produce and Local Goods
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Job Readiness Workshop in Brownsville
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Brownsville Soft Skills Development Workshop
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Brownsville Farmers' Market
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Annual Ride for Rotary 2024: Queen Isabella Causeway Cross Benefit Ride
Experience a community-focused cycling event for all ages that supports local projects including eye exams for children, scholarships, and holiday gifts for nursing home residents.
Brownsville Farmers' Market - Fresh Produce and Local Goods
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Job Readiness Workshop in Brownsville
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Careers & Coffee 2024 - South Texas Job Expo
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