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Saturday, October 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Commercial trucks over 80-thousand pounds are required to take a detour around International Boulevard in Brownsville due to a road upgrade project starting Monday.  KURV
  • Brownsville Metro invites riders to participate in a safety survey to enhance public safety on buses, open until October 21.  KRGV
  • SpaceX's potential rocket launch on Sunday could lead to a sonic boom in Cameron County, pending FAA approval.  KRGV

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Brownsville is emerging as the main economic driver in the Rio Grande Valley, highlighted by job creation from SpaceX to industrial parks, as noted in a BTX Developers Tour event.  Rio Grande Guardian

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A lawsuit by Save RGV aims to halt SpaceX's upcoming Starship test flight in Boca Chica, citing unpermitted discharges into wetlands.  KURV

HEALTH NEWS

  • Valley Baptist Medical Center Harlingen emphasizes the importance of early detection through regular screenings and self-examinations for breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  MyRGV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Monthly Car Show at The Broken Sprocket

    Experience a vibrant car show featuring a modern food truck park that welcomes bikes, dogs, and families, complete with an outdoor beer and wine garden and live music.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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  • Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

    Experience a mesmerizing array of Halloween-themed music performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a beautifully candlelit setting.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Brownsville Farmers' Market - Weekly Community Fresh Produce Event

    Experience local produce, crafts, and community vibes at the Brownsville Farmers' Market every Saturday morning.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Gladys Porter Zoo Boo at the Zoo Event

    Celebrate Halloween at the Gladys Porter Zoo with a delightful Boo at the Zoo event featuring themed activities and wildlife encounters.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • Lopez Lobos vs Pace Vikings Football Game

    Experience an exciting high school football matchup between the Lopez Lobos and Pace Vikings at Sam's Memorial Stadium.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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