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Op-Ed: Congress Must Protect Dreamers

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Op-Ed: Congress Must Protect Dreamers
The Lone Star State is home to the nation’s second largest population of Dreamers, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. Image Source: Texas Association of Business for illustration purposes
The Lone Star State is home to the nation’s second largest population of Dreamers, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. Image Source: Texas Association of Business for illustration purposes

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By Glenn Hamer

The Lone Star State is home to the nation’s second largest population of Dreamers, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. On average, these immigrants arrived in America at just seven years old, knowing no other place to be home and having ample time to settle into routines and build careers here over the past decade.

The recent ruling in State of Texas v. USA by the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals will have detrimental effects on not only Dreamers, but the entire state of Texas and the nation. While current recipients under the policy can continue renewing their status to remain in the country and work, the program isn’t open to any new eligible Dreamers. It also sets the wheels in motion for the policy to be fully terminated by the courts in the months ahead.

This decision is worrisome, particularly as we recognize DACA recipients’ impressive contributions to our state over the ten years since the policy’s inception. If DACA is truly ended permanently, our state stands to lose 5,000 jobs each month, including 400 healthcare workers and 300 teachers. This would be a terrible blow to our workforce right now as we are already in a severe labor crunch. 

DACA has allowed hundreds of thousands of eligible immigrants across the country to reach their full potential and contribute to our nation, but not without its share of hurdles to overcome. Time and again, the policy has faced threats in the form of executive action, legal battles and overall instability due to the temporary nature of deportation protections and work authorizations. Up until now, DACA has survived multiple challenges, but this most recent court ruling is the end of the line for the policy without congressional intervention. 

Additionally, 89 percent of well-vetted DACA recipients in Texas have received high school diplomas, and 44 percent have completed some college education, proving that they are on a path towards great success that we all stand to benefit from. A thriving community of educated and hardworking Texans is what sets us all up for prosperity in the future, and Dreamers play an important role in that across the state. 

Aside from being vital members and future members of our workforce – the DACA-eligible population in our state pays $963.4 million in taxes annually and has a total spending power of over $3 billion.

Texas truly relies on immigrants of all ages and skill levels to allow us to be the flourishing state we are today, with globally revered industries and capable workers keeping us on top – they are one reason that we are ranked as the Best State for Business. Dreamers deserve security and peace of mind. They should be able to continue to work without the fear of deportation.

Our leaders in Congress must finally work together in a bipartisan fashion to provide this protection by passing a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers. Compromise is necessary. TAB stands ready to help. 

Dreamers are Texans in every sense of the word: keeping vetted contributors in this country, legally, would free up resources as well as efforts to improve border security and enhance commercial activity.

Glenn Hamer is the President & CEO of the Texas Association of Business.

CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Wanted for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child

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CBP Officers Apprehend Fugitive Wanted for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child
CBP officers escort a wanted person at a U.S. port of entry. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
A CBP officer escorts a wanted person at a U.S. port of entry. USCBP Image for illustration purposes

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HIDALGO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) at the Hidalgo International Bridge apprehended Javier Salgado, a male U.S. citizen from Harlingen, Texas wanted for aggravated sexual assault of a child. 

“CBP is committed to bringing those wanted individuals in to face their day in court, especially those wanted for heinous crimes such as sexual offenses against children,” said Port Director Carlos Rodriguez, Port of Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas.

On November 12, 2022, 28-year-old Javier Salgado, arrived from Mexico at the Hidalgo International Bridge and a CBP officer immediately secured him after discovering Salgado was a possible match to an arrest warrant. Once in secondary, biometric verification confirmed his identity along with the active arrest warrant from Harlingen Police Department. Salgado has been wanted since March of 2014. He is charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child, a first-degree felony in the State of Texas.

A Harlingen police officer arrived to take custody of Salgado and transported him to the city jail.

Criminal charges are merely allegations. Defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.Visit CBP’s website for more information on the Immigration Inspection Program.

Laredo Agents Rescue Three People Lost in Remote Ranchland

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Laredo Agents Rescue Three People Lost in Remote Ranchland
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents rescued three people that were lost and one person was found unresponsive at Laredo Sector. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents rescued three people that were lost and one person was found unresponsive at Laredo Sector. USCBP Image for illustration purposes

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LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents rescued three people that were lost and one person was found unresponsive at Laredo Sector.

 On Nov. 11, Border Patrol agents from the Zapata Station were notified by Zapata County Sheriff’s Office of two lost male subjects. Agents were able to quickly locate them when they noticed one of them needed medical attention.  A Border Patrol Emergency Medical Technician treated one of the individuals that was suffering from seizures until Zapata County paramedics arrived. The individual was transported to the nearest hospital for further medical attention.  After record checks were conducted both male subjects were in the country illegally, from Mexico.

On Nov.13, Border Patrol agents assigned to the Hebbronville Station received a call from Jim Hogg County Sheriff’s Office of two lost male subjects. Agents located them but discovered one of the male subjects was unresponsive and in medical distress. A Border Patrol Emergency Medical Technician was on the scene and began CPR until Emergency Medical Services arrived. Despite efforts to revive the unresponsive male, he was pronounced deceased at the scene by Jim Hogg County Justice of the Peace.

After record checks were conducted both male subjects were in the country illegally, from Mexico.

 U.S. Customs and Border Protection welcomes assistance from the community. Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the U.S. Border Patrol while remaining anonymous by calling 1-800-343-1994.

Texas Will Continue Border Security Efforts

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Texas Will Continue Border Security Efforts
"Texas has forcefully responded to Biden’s open border policies by doing more than any state in the history of America to do the federal government’s job to secure the border," reads the letter. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
“Texas has forcefully responded to Biden’s open border policies by doing more than any state in the history of America to do the federal government’s job to secure the border,” reads the letter. USCBP Image for illustration purposes

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AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter assuring county judges along the Texas-Mexico border that the State of Texas continues taking unprecedented action to address President Biden’s historic border crisis and urged them to remind members of the new U.S. Congress to fulfill their responsibility to secure the border: 

“Texas has forcefully responded to Biden’s open border policies by doing more than any state in the history of America to do the federal government’s job to secure the border,” reads the letter. “In January 2023 when the next Congress is sworn in, we must remind our representatives in Washington that securing the border is the federal government’s responsibility under Article I, § 8 and Article IV, § 4 of the U.S. Constitution. Join me in sending this urgent message to our congressional delegation, which has the power to act under Article I, § 8 of the U.S. Constitution. Texas has done more than its fair share for far too long. The time has come for the federal government to do its job.”

Read the Governor’s letter. 

117 Arrests Made in Four Failed Smuggling Attempts  

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117 Arrests Made in Four Failed Smuggling Attempts  
Rio Grande Valley Sector (RGV) Border Patrol agents interdicted four smuggling events leading to 117 arrests. USCBP Image for illustration purposes
Rio Grande Valley Sector (RGV) Border Patrol agents interdicted four smuggling events leading to 117 arrests. USCBP Image for illustration purposes

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EDINBURG, Texas – Rio Grande Valley Sector (RGV) Border Patrol agents interdicted four smuggling events leading to 117 arrests.

 Falfurrias Border Patrol Checkpoint agents discovered 96 migrants from a sealed tractor trailer on November 10. Agents referred the vehicle to the secondary inspection area following a K-9 alert. Agents discovered the migrants hidden among rotten produce. The driver, a U.S. citizen was placed under arrest. The migrants are nationals of Mexico and South and Central America. All subjects were found to be in good health.

 On November 8, a McAllen Border Patrol Station camera operator spotted several subjects running northbound from the Rio Grande near Abram. A Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) helicopter responded and observed several subjects loading into a black Volvo hatchback. A responding agent attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver failed to yield. The vehicle came to stop, and the occupants bailed out. Agents apprehended eight migrants from Mexico, El Salvador, and Guatemala. The driver was not located.

 Later that evening, Rio Grande City Border Patrol Station agents observed several suspected migrants move north from the Rio Grande and load into a white Dodge Ram near Roma. As agents attempted to initiate an immigration inspection, the driver veered off the road and crashed into a cinderblock wall. The occupants absconded from the vehicle. Agents apprehended three migrants who were not injured. The driver was not located.

 That same day, Harlingen Border Patrol Station agents attempted to conduct a vehicle stop on a Nissan Xterra near Yturria. After agent’s activated their vehicle’s emergency equipment, the driver veered off the road into a ranch fence before coming to a stop.  The occupants bailed out and absconded into nearby brush. Agents, with the assistance of CBP AMO helicopter, encountered 9 subjects determined to be in the U.S. illegally. The migrants were arrested, and the vehicle seized. The driver was not located.

 All subjects were processed accordingly.

 Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) have continuously demonstrated their callous nature of putting monetary gains above regard for human life and safety. These dangers are not all inclusive of the risks associated to crossing illegally. With winter approaching, individuals being smuggled into the U.S. in these horrendous conditions are susceptible to serious injury or death. RGV urges migrants not to place their lives at risk attempting to cross illegally.

 “Criminal organizations continue to exploit our South Texas border region disregarding public safety and placing human lives in danger using various types of conveyances to smuggle migrants into the United States,” stated RGV Sector Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. “I’m incredibly proud of our RGV Border Patrol Agents for keeping the pace and disrupting these dangerous smuggling attempts.”

 The public is encouraged to take a stand against crime in their communities and to help save lives by reporting suspicious activity at 1-800-863-9382.    

EL Paso CBP Officers Seize 215 Pounds of Meth in Railcar

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EL Paso CBP Officers Seize 215 Pounds of Meth in Railcar
Methamphetamine seized from rail car. USCBP Image
Methamphetamine seized from rail car. USCBP Image

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EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers conducting inspections at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad crossing just west of the Paso Del Norte port of entry in El Paso intercepted 215 pounds of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of more than $420,000.

“CBP employs a layered enforcement approach in the rail environment to identify and stop drug loads like this one from passing into the U.S.,” said CBP El Paso Port Director Ray Provencio. “All arriving trains are x-rayed. CBP officers also inspect and visually scan the train as it passes, and we use canine assets as well to check rail traffic.”

The seizure occurred on Nov. 9 when CBP officers conducting non-intrusive (x-ray) railroad inspections on a train making entry into the U.S. from Mexico identified an anomaly in one of the empty railcar hoppers. A CBP canine assisted and conducted a search of the railcar hopper leading CBP officers to locate bundles within the support beam. A thorough search by CBP officers resulted in the discovery of 189 bundles filled with methamphetamine with a combined weight of 215 pounds.

The narcotics were seized by CBP. No arrests were immediately made. The case remains under investigation.

Felida Villarreal is a Finalist in 19th Annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business

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Felida Villarreal is a Finalist in 19th Annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business

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Mercedes, TX – Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA) President & CEO, Felida Villarreal was named a Finalist in the Female Executive of the Year – Government or Non-Profit –11 to 2,500 Employees category in the 19th annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business, and will ultimately be a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Stevie Award winner in the program.

The Stevie Awards for Women in Business honor women executives, entrepreneurs, employees and the companies they run – worldwide.  The Stevie Awards have been hailed as the world’s premier business awards.

Felida Villarreal was named a Finalist in the Female Executive of the Year – Government or Non-Profit –11 to 2,500 Employees category in the 19th annual Stevie® Awards for Women in Business. Courtesy image

Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Award winners will be announced during a gala event at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Friday, November 11.  Nominated women executives and entrepreneurs from the U.S.A and several other countries are expected to attend.  The event will be broadcast on Livestream.

At the young age of 20 years old, Felida received her Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in accounting from the University of Texas Pan American. She then went on to complete her Master of Accountancy from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and currently holds her CPA license from the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy. With over 8 years of financial management experience, she is proactively involved in keeping up to date with everchanging accounting policy and regulations. As an innovative millennial and advocate of equitable education opportunities, Felida has utilized her financial background to build effective resource development strategies and expand public funding opportunities for VIDA, as the youngest President & CEO of the non-profit organization in VIDA’s history.

Finalists were determined by the average scores of more than 200 business professionals around the world, working on seven juries. Their scores will also determine the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie Award placements that will be revealed at the 19th annual awards dinner and presentations in Las Vegas.

“In its 19th year, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business received a remarkable collection of outstanding nominations,” said Maggie Miller, president of the Stevie Awards.  “We’re looking forward to recognizing the Stevie Award winners in Las Vegas in November.”

“I am truly honored and humbled to be recognized as a finalist by the Stevie Awards for Women in Business. I am incredibly grateful to my team at VIDA for their dedication and commitment to improve education outcomes and promote workforce development across our region to achieve social mobility among our underserved demographic,” said Felida Villarreal.

Details about the Stevie Awards for Women in Business and the list of Finalists in all categories are available at www.StevieAwards.com/Women. 

About Valley Initiative for Development and Advancement (VIDA)

VIDA is a nationally recognized evidence-based college completion program, serving the Rio Grande Valley region of South Texas, including Hidalgo, Cameron, Starr, and Willacy counties for 27 years. VIDA integrates a career pathways approach, such as stackable credentials, to provide underserved residents with the opportunity to pursue career training programs in target demand occupations leading to family sustaining wage employment and continuous professional growth. VIDA’s program operates through a dual component model incorporating both direct financial assistance and intensive case management services from professional counselors to ensure successful student outcomes. VIDA counselors offer students individualized profile assessment, evaluation, career coaching, academic mentoring, personal and group counseling sessions, mental health awareness, financial literacy workshops, job placement services, and more.

About The Stevie Awards

Stevie Awards are conferred in eight programs: the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, the German Stevie Awards, The American Business Awards®, The International Business Awards®, the Middle East & North Africa Stevie Awards, the Stevie Awards for Women in Business, the Stevie Awards for Great Employers, and the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Stevie Awards competitions receive more than 12,000 nominations each year from organizations in more than 70 nations. Honoring organizations of all types and sizes and the people behind them, the Stevies recognize outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide. Learn more about the Stevie Awards at www.StevieAwards.com.

Stopping Illegal Drugs Smuggled Across Border

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Stopping Illegal Drugs Smuggled Across Border
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry. (PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry. (PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)

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AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry.

Since the launch of Operation Lone Star, the multi-agency effort has led to over 323,000 migrant apprehensions and more than 21,600 criminal arrests, with more than 19,200 felony charges reported. In the fight against fentanyl, DPS has seized over 350 million lethal doses of fentanyl during this border mission.

Texas has also bused almost 8,300 migrants to our nation’s capital since April, over 3,700 migrants to New York City since August 5, and more than 1,200 migrants to Chicago since August 31. The busing mission is providing much-needed relief to our overwhelmed border communities.

Operation Lone Star continues to fill the dangerous gaps left by the Biden Administration’s refusal to secure the border. Every individual who is apprehended or arrested and every ounce of drugs seized would have otherwise made their way into communities across Texas and the nation due to President Biden’s open border policies.

RECENT HIGHLIGHTS FROM OPERATION LONE STAR:

Texas National Guard Soldiers Assist In Seizure Of 100 lbs. Of Marijuana

(PHOTO: Texas Military Department)


Texas National Guard soldiers assisted law enforcement with the seizure of 100 lbs. of marijuana and the apprehension of four illegal immigrants. After crossing the border, two illegal immigrants attempted to evade federal law enforcement agents. Soldiers moved south to intercept the remaining two illegal immigrants on foot.

The four smugglers were in possession of two 50-pound bundles of marijuana with an approximate street value of $150,000.

DPS Stops Drug Smuggling Attempt, Seizes Nearly 300 Lbs. Of Marijuana

(PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)

DPS troopers noticed a blacked-out ATV leaving the river and travelling toward them. The ATV struck the patrol unit, causing one passenger to be thrown off the ATV. Border Patrol apprehended two of the male suspects after they attempted to run. Troopers uncovered and seized bundles with nearly 300 pounds of marijuana.

DPS Expert Tracker Finds 300 Lbs. Of Marijuana In Big Bend National Park

(PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)


A DPS Tactical Flight Officer working as part of Operation Lone Star discovered 300 lbs. of marijuana in a remote section of Big Bend National Park after tracking footprints for four miles. Five bundles each weighing about 60 pounds were discovered in compressed sacks spray-painted to blend in with the terrain.

DPS Lt. Chris Olivarez told Fox News the Big Bend region is frequented by drug smugglers because of the harsh, remote terrain. During the extreme summer months, illegal immigrants have also died attempting the trek from Mexico through the region.

WATCH: DPS Led On High-Speed Pursuit, Eight Illegal Immigrants Apprehended

A human smuggler led a DPS trooper on a high-speed vehicle pursuit in Hidalgo County. After crashing into a gate, the smuggler bailed out and ran into a gated community. Eight illegal immigrants also bailed out and ran.

The smuggler was arrested and charged with human smuggling. All eight illegal immigrants were referred to Border Patrol.

DPS Apprehends 34 Illegal Immigrants On Board Stationary Train, Nearby Culvert

(PHOTO: Texas Department Of Public Safety)

While serving the Operation Lone Star mission, DPS Special Operations Group personnel and Border Patrol agents encountered a group of illegal immigrants on board a stationary train and nearby culvert. A total of 34 illegal immigrants from Mexico were apprehended and referred to Border Patrol.

WATCH: Texas National Guard Soldiers Describe Border Operations In El Paso

As part of Operation Lone Star, the Texas National Guard recently expanded its area of operations to assist DPS in addressing the surge in illegal immigration and border activity in the El Paso region. Soldiers continue assisting DPS troopers in deterring and disrupting transnational criminal activity, such as human smuggling. Soldiers described one recent duty monitoring a storm drain where several illegal immigrants had been hiding.

“Success for us is close partnership with DPS and being able to quickly react to what their needs are for public safety,” said Col. Brian Fletcher, Operation Lone Star deputy commander of operations. “Success is in active deterrents, being able to observe, report, and improve the response time.”

“Having soldiers here helps to increase the amount of surveillance we can conduct on some of these areas so we can identify other smuggling locations,” said Jose Sanchez, DPS regional director in El Paso. “With the coordination with [the Texas Military Department] and DPS, we can identify some of the vehicle or groups that are crossing and easily intercept them.”

WATCH: DPS Arrests Out-Of-State Driver, Passenger For Human Smuggling

DPS troopers apprehended six illegal immigrants during a traffic stop in Kinney County. The Arkansas driver and passenger, who was also a fugitive, were both arrested for human smuggling. All six illegal immigrants were referred to Border Patrol.

Colonial Holiday is a 24 years tradition

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Colonial Holiday is a 24 years tradition

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Colonial Holiday is a 24 years tradition at Covenant Christian Academy.

Topping Off Ceremony Brings Driscoll Closer To Opening

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Topping Off Ceremony Brings Driscoll Closer To Opening
The Topping Off Ceremony for Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley, currently being built in Edinburg, is Driscoll’s latest milestone in bringing the best pediatric healthcare possible to the children of the RGV. Courtesy Image
The Topping Off Ceremony for Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley, currently being built in Edinburg, is Driscoll’s latest milestone in bringing the best pediatric healthcare possible to the children of the RGV. Courtesy Image

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EDINBURG, Texas – The Topping Off Ceremony for Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley, currently being built in Edinburg, is Driscoll’s latest milestone in bringing the best pediatric healthcare possible to the children of the RGV.

Held Thursday, Nov. 10, the Topping Off Ceremony celebrated placing the last steel beam on the building, which is expected to open in late 2023. During the ceremony, a Mexican White Oak Topping Tree was included, symbolizing good wishes for future occupants and continued growth.

A view from the ground to the top of the hospital. Image by Roberto Hugo Gonzalez

“The Topping Off Ceremony is a time-honored tradition in the construction industry. We are happy to be at this point in the building process and we are eager to open the doors of our new hospital to the Valley’s children,” said Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley.

Workers and the final beam to be raised. Courtesy Image
Hospital officials and the last beam to be raised. Courtesy Image
The final beam to be raised. Courtesy Image

Driscoll has had a strong presence in the Rio Grande Valley for decades, with specialty centers in Brownsville, Harlingen and McAllen staffed by Driscoll pediatric subspecialists and other team members.

Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley speaks to the crowd. Courtesy Image

In addition to Wolthoff, other speakers included Eric Hamon, President and CEO of Driscoll Health System, Lenora Keas, Board Chair of Driscoll Children’s Hospital and Laurie Lozano, Board Member of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Development Foundation.

Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley. Courtesy Image

“We are proud that Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley will be able to serve the children and families of the entire region 24/7/365. Best of all, the Valley’s newest hospital will get kids back to being kids,” said Hamon.

A Worker signs the beam. Courtesy Image

Ground was broken on the new hospital Nov. 16, 2021. It is located on the campus of DHR Health; however, it will be leased to and operated independently by Driscoll Children’s Hospital, implementing the passion-driven know-how of pediatric care that Driscoll has provided their service area for many decades.

Workers sign the beam. Courtesy Image

Driscoll has an almost 70-year history of providing expert care to the children of South Texas. As construction continues, the Driscoll team is busy recruiting staff and physicians, and ensuring the children of the Rio Grande Valley will have access to the best pediatric care in South Texas.

Workers sign the beam. Courtesy Image

Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley will operate with approximately 600 employees, creating significant economic impact and new job opportunities for clinical and support staff in the Valley, solidifying their role as an important part of the Valley’s community.

A Worker signs the beam. Courtesy Image

Wolthoff is pleased with the hospital’s progress and is excited about the opportunities it will offer families in the Valley.

A Worker signs the beam. Courtesy Image

“The entire Rio Grande Valley is looking forward to having a comprehensive free-standing children’s hospital here at home. The overwhelming support we are receiving from our community is incredibly inspiring,” said Wolthoff.

A happy hospital worker admiring the signatures. Courtesy Image

The new, freestanding, independently operated, eight-level pediatric hospital will further the mission of Driscoll Children’s Hospital founder Clara Driscoll to provide medical care to all the children of South Texas.

Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley, speaks with a worker at the site. Courtesy Image

“Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley is the next step in a long history of commitment to caring for the kids of South Texas. It aligns perfectly with the vision of Clara Driscoll to ensure children in South Texas have access to high quality healthcare,” said Wolthoff. “The goal is that our kids and families in the Rio Grande Valley will, with very few exceptions, no longer have to travel for specialty care.”

Matt Wolthoff, President of Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley. Courtesy Image

About Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley …

Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley will be a new state-of-the-art, independent and the only designated freestanding children’s hospital in the region. Patient services will include Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Emergency Services, and Acute Inpatient and Outpatient Surgery. The new hospital also will provide numerous other pediatric services including rehabilitation, imaging, laboratory, and specialty programs such as the Child Life Program. Driscoll Children’s Hospital Rio Grande Valley will greatly enhance our commitment to providing children with more convenient access to specialty and acute care services in the Rio Grande Valley.

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