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Saturday, September 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Brownsville partners with the Wellness Coalition to offer free cooking and nutrition classes to enhance community health.  City of Brownsville
  • Eight recruits graduate from South Texas College's police training academy, earning their TCOLE certification and moving closer to becoming Brownsville police officers.  KRGV
  • A group of Brownsville investors plans to transform the historic Cameron Hotel into luxury apartments and high-end retail spaces, with renovation costs estimated at $2.2 million.  MyRGV

CRIME NEWS

  • The Brownsville Police Department alerts the public to scammers posing as officers to solicit payments for warrants.  KRGV
  • A man was arrested for burglarizing two churches in Brownsville, admitting to the crimes and charged with burglary and criminal mischief.  KRGV
  • Alejandro Correa Torres, 57, turned himself in to Brownsville PD for a fatal hit and run that resulted in the death of 92-year-old Luis Noriega.  ValleyCentral

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Port of Brownsville, led by CEO William Dietrich, reports a 46% increase in vessel calls in 2023, signaling economic growth and infrastructure expansion.  Rio Grande Guardian

HEALTH NEWS

  • Brownsville's Dr. Robert Rodriguez receives the American College of Emergency Physicians' 2024 Award for Outstanding Contribution in Research for his impactful work in emergency care and public health.  MyRGV
  • Dr. Christopher Romero highlights a strong genetic predisposition to obesity in Brownsville due to lifestyle changes from the indigenous diets, amidst rising obesity rates in the region and the U.S.  MyRGV

EVENTS

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  • Job Readiness Workshop in Brownsville

    Learn essential skills and techniques for successfully seeking and obtaining employment, complete with an endorsed certificate upon completion.

    Tue, 10/1/24

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  • Brownsville Soft Skills Development Workshop

    Learn essential soft skills that enhance employability and career success through an interactive workshop designed for workers of all ages and industries.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Brownsville Farmers' Market

    Experience a vibrant year-round farmers' market featuring fresh local produce and artisanal goods every Saturday morning.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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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.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • Brownsville Farmers' Market - Fresh Produce and Local Goods

    Experience a vibrant farmers' market featuring fresh produce and local products in a welcoming community setting.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Job Readiness Workshop in Brownsville

    Learn essential skills and strategies to effectively seek and obtain employment through a comprehensive workshop.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Careers & Coffee 2024 - South Texas Job Expo

    Explore over 2,000 job opportunities while networking with industry leaders and receiving resume assistance at this comprehensive job expo.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Soft Skills Development Workshop

    Learn essential soft skills to enhance your job performance and receive a certificate from Workforce Solutions upon completion.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Brownsville Revival on the Border

    Experience a spiritually uplifting evening at the Livingway Family Church in Brownsville.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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  • Brownsville Farmers' Market - Weekly Community Event

    Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Brownsville Farmers' Market, offering fresh produce and local goods every Saturday morning.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The only true failure is abandoning your principles.

~ Ryan Holiday

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