Rep. Vela’s Bill, The Protecting America’s Food and Agriculture Act, Passes in the U.S....
On Monday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed my bipartisan bill, the Protecting America's Food and Agriculture Act.
Over 900 Pounds Seized in Less Than Two Hours
Smuggling continues in Starr County, leading to the seizure of more than $730K worth of drugs.
Prepared Not Scared reaches community through new preparedness training initiative
Thanks to Hidalgo County Emergency Management and the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office, rural county residents have access to valuable information on preparedness through a new initiative that offers trainings on personal and family preparedness.
Army Veteran Angel Berrios leads Pledge of Allegiance
United States veteran Angel Barrios led the Pledge of Allegiance at today's Commissioners Court.
Precinct 3 Constable Larry Gallardo recognized for outstanding service to TAC
Hidalgo County Precinct 3 Constable Lazaro "Larry" Gallardo Jr. was honored in court for serving as President of the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) and was commended for his hard work and dedication on behalf of Hidalgo County and the 254 counties in Texas.
Hidalgo County raises awareness on teen dating violence
Teen dating abuse is a significant health issue with nearly 20 percent of youth reporting physical or sexual violence from a dating partner, and one in four teens experiencing abuse or harassment online or through text messaging.
Port Laredo Welcomes $48 Million Investment from Produce Sector
The world's largest grower, shipper and packer of Hass avocados will build a $48 million, 260,000 square-foot distribution and manufacturing center in Laredo creating at least 75 new permanent jobs and an annual payroll of more than $3 million.
City of Laredo Announces Partnership with Mexican Airline Aeromar
The City of Laredo today announced an agreement with leading regional Mexican airline Aeromar that will provide nonstop flights between Laredo International Airport (LRD) and Mexico City International Airport (MEX) starting this spring.
Congressman Gonzalez Announces Preliminary Allocation of $99,401,933 for Schools in the 15th District of...
Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) announced $99,401,933 in federal funding for 26 independent and consolidated school districts in the 15th District of Texas for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020. This is a preliminary allocation. The U.S. Department of Education will release final totals in June 2020.
Toros Today: RGVFC Hosts Toros Fest, Welcomes Patel
As part of the club’s preparations for the 2020 USL Championship season, the Rio Grande Valley FC Toros rallied the Valley by hosting their Major League Soccer partner, the Houston Dynamo, this past week in a preseason friendly.

























