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Dr. Gina Cano-Monreal Says the Valley Must Build Its Workforce Before the Jobs Arrive
Dr. Gina Cano-Monreal, provost of Texas State Technical College Harlingen, said South Texas educational institutions must work closely with employers and with each other to prepare workers for the large industrial projects expanding across the Rio Grande Valley.
McCoy’s Building Supply Partners to Expand Construction Trades in the Mid-Valley
McCoy’s Building Supply is helping South Texas College (STC) lay the foundation and build a stronger construction workforce by donating $10,000 and tools to the South Texas Builders Association (STBA) in support of the new South Texas Construction & Innovation Academy.
Investigation Underway Following Officer-Involved Shooting in Mission
Police officers frequently respond to situations that are tense, unpredictable, and rapidly evolving. In these circumstances, officers may be required to make split-second decisions based on the actions of a suspect and the circumstances confronting them.
DHR Health Outdoor Medicine Conference to Address Emergency Response
DHR Health will host an Outdoor Medicine Conference on Aug. 21 focused on responding to medical emergencies in outdoor and remote environments across the Rio Grande Valley.
Latest Data Centers Committing to Compliance with Texas Data Center Standards
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Galaxy, Compass Datacenters, Montera Infrastructure, Amazon, Lancium and Cipher Digital will comply with the standards and guidelines he established for data centers.
STC Makes History as First Nursing Apprenticeship Cohort Achieves 100% Pass Rate
Just months after making history as graduates of the nation’s first federally-recognized registered nursing apprenticeship, all 10 recent South Texas College graduates have passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) on their first attempt, achieving a 100% pass rate and becoming licensed registered nurses.
Raymond Gutierrez Says Hands-On Training Is Key to Automotive Careers
Raymond Gutierrez, director of education at South Texas Vocational Technical Institute’s McAllen campus, said the school’s new Automotive Service Technician program is designed to prepare students for an industry increasingly shaped by computers, electrical systems and advanced diagnostic technology.
271 New Federal Immigration Cases Filed in Western District of Texas
Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Texas filed 271 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from July 31 through August 6.
Texas DPS Reminds College Students to Prioritize Safety
As college students begin returning to campus for the start of the fall semester, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) encourages students to make smart decisions and remain aware of their surroundings both on and off campus.
15th Annual Hiring Red, White & You Job Fair Returns to McAllen Nov. 17th
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and McAllen Economic Development Corporation are proud partners in the 15th Annual Hiring Red, White & You! Statewide Hiring Event, hosted by the Texas Workforce Commission, Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas Medical Center, Texas Veterans Commission, the City of McAllen and Hidalgo County on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at the McAllen Convention Center.
