Good morning, Brownsville.

On Saturday, the San Perlita Fire Department held its 10th annual cook-off where pit-masters, including the San Perlita High School ACE BBQ Team’s Smoking Outlaws, competed to raise funds for truck maintenance and building repairs — and support school fundraisers.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the department’s ongoing operations.

SpaceX is launching its Starship today from its Cameron County site in a 75-minute window starting at 6:15 p.m.—the launch will stress-test the heatshield and simulate a return approach while Cameron County Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. ordered Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 to close from FM 1419 to the beach from noon to 10 p.m. CT.

Careers & Coffee 2025 - The Premier Job Expo

9 AM - 4 PM — Brownsville Events Center — Free entry — Discover over 2,000 job openings and network with industry leaders while enjoying coffee.

Blinn Men’s Soccer vs. Texas Southmost College

12:30-3:00 p.m. — Texas Southmost College-Gorgas — Check the website for ticket info — Witness the Blinn College Buccaneers take on the Texas Southmost College Scorpions in an exciting soccer match.

South Padre Island Half Marathon

Half Marathon, 5K — Nov 8th — Isla Blanca Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in an exciting run on the beach and enjoy the beautiful coastal views.