Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
Good morning, Brownsville.
Junior’s Supermarket said a Wells Fargo report shows that a Thanksgiving meal for 10 is 3% cheaper this year despite wholesale turkey prices rising 40% and beef rising 15% due to bird flu and cost pressures.
The store is offering discounts—through meal baskets with fewer items—to help local shoppers save.
Food Bank RGV Inc is hosting a food distribution event to provide essential supplies to local residents — county officials such as Judge Eddie Treviño, Jr. support the program.
Mexico removed no trespassing signs from Playa Bagdad in Matamoros that a group of U.S. men placed on Sunday, saying they were following instructions from the State Department.
The Mexican military took the signs down after consulting with American officials.
Texas voters recently passed constitutional amendments that set aside funds for Texas State Technical College projects, $1 billion per year for water improvements, and research into dementia prevention—economist M.
Ray Perryman said the measures also limit new capital gains, inheritance, and stock-trading taxes while easing property tax burdens. The changes aim to boost workforce training, infrastructure, and private-sector investment.
41st Annual Turkey Trot Fundraiser
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Heart Institute of Brownsville — Registration fees contribute to STEM scholarships — Enjoy a healthy morning run while supporting local students in science and technology.
Jim Barber & Friends
7 p.m. — River Bend Resort & Golf Club — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with the hilarious ventriloquist and comedian Jim Barber.
Brownsville Chief of Police Marathon
6:30 a.m. — TSC ITEC Center — Entry fees vary — Participate in a community-oriented marathon supporting local youth and special needs initiatives.
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