PSJA Thomas Jefferson T-STEM ECHS Recognized as a 2025 Lone Star Ribbon School
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD’s Thomas Jefferson T-STEM Early College High School has made district history by becoming the first PSJA high school to earn recognition as a 2025 Lone Star Ribbon School, announced by Governor Abbott on September 29, 2025.
STC Breaks Ground on a $7.7 million Kinesiology & Wellness Center
South Texas College (STC) celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its new Kinesiology & Wellness Center at the Pecan Campus, a project years in the making.
Mission EDC Launches New Website to Drive Business Growth
The Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) has unveiled a new website, positioning it as a one-stop hub for business resources, programs, and opportunities in Mission, Texas.
DPS Captures Convicted Murderer from Mexico in Laredo
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) captured a criminal illegal immigrant and convicted murderer from Mexico during an Operation Lone Star traffic stop in Webb Co.
STC Earns Dual National Recognition from Excelencia in Education
As the nation’s No. 1 Hispanic-Serving Institution, South Texas College has earned its second recertification through the Seal of Excelencia and was also recently announced as one of the first of eight colleges in the nation to earn the new “Intentionally Thriving Institution” designation of the Seal of Excelencia by Excelencia in Education.
City of McAllen Commissioner Victor “Seby” Haddad to Run for State Representative District 41
Victor "Seby" Haddad, City of McAllen District 5 Commissioner and Mayor-Pro-Tem, officially announced today his candidacy for Texas State Representative for District 41 in the 2026 election cycle.
Takes Emergency Action to Protect Texas Agriculture from Invasive Leafhopper Pest
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has enacted an emergency quarantine to stop the spread of the invasive two-spotted cotton leafhopper, also known as the cotton jassid.
Matt Z. Ruszczak Joins Texas Division of Emergency Management
Matt Z. Ruszczak announced on social media that he has joined the External Affairs team at the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), marking a new chapter in his career in Texas public service.
High-Stakes Battle Emerges for Texas House District 41 After Guerra Steps Aside
Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra’s decision not to seek reelection has opened the field for a competitive race to represent Texas House District 41.
City of McAllen Kicks Off Fall for the Arts
The City of McAllen launched its Fall for the Arts celebration, marking the start of National Arts and Humanities Month in October with an event that highlighted the power of the arts to inspire, connect, and transform communities.
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