TBB Staff
Biology assistant professor receives Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation 2021 Field Biology Award
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas – Dr. Karl Berg, assistant professor of biology in the UTRGV College of Sciences, has been awarded international recognition for his innovative parrot vocalization research.
Partnership to offer Mexican-American Studies Course
PHARR – In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) is proud to be offering students a new Mexican-American Studies Dual Credit Course this fall 2021 semester thanks to a partnership with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV).
Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center Now Open Sundays
EDINBURG, Texas — This Fall, explore the wonders of nature at Edinburg Scenic Wetlands and World Birding Center (EWBC) any day of the week! EWBC is now open Sunday afternoons, giving residents and visitors more access to this unique nature park.
Edinburg Calls for Entries for Annual Veterans Parade
EDINBURG, Texas - The City of Edinburg invites the public to participate in the upcoming Veterans Day Parade! This annual event will take place on Saturday, November 6th at 10:00 a.m. along Closner Boulevard also known as the ‘Boulevard of Heroes’.
Seventeen students sing their way into the TMEA District Choir
Mission High School had eight choir students that earned a place in the TMEA District Choir this past Saturday in their competition at Rowe High School. These eight students have advanced to the Region/Pre-Area audition, which will be held on Saturday, November 13th at Rowe High School.
Students embark on internships via The Archer Center
RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas – Two UTRGV students spent the summer away from the Lone Star State, soaking up Beltway politics and culture as part of the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program.
Student means business when it comes to achieving her goals
BROWNSVILLE, Texas - With a cosmetology license in hand and a dream as big as an updo, Brenda Perez knew her next step would be crucial in fulfilling her goals, and Texas Southmost College has been by her side every step of the way.
Helping those most in need with career-training grant
BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Families that are facing financial hardships and need the required construction trade skills for employment can rely on Texas Southmost College for training, thanks to a Self Sufficiency Fund Grant recently awarded to the college by the Texas Workforce Commission.
Architecture student, construction grad building toward career success
BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Texas Southmost College has just what George Ramirez needed to kickstart a career of his own in construction and follow in his father’s footsteps.
Implementing Mindfulness Rooms for social emotional health
MISSION, Texas - Mission Consolidated Independent School District administrators acknowledge that students’ social emotional health has been affected due to the many trials associated with the pandemic.

























