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USDA Announces $472.5M Food Buy to Support U.S. Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its intent to purchase up to $472.5 million in American-grown and American-raised agricultural commodities to distribute to the charitable food network and other nutrition assistance programs.
McAllen Fire Department Hiring Entry-Level Firefighters
The McAllen Fire Department is accepting applications for entry-level firefighters and encourages qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Texas Children’s Hospital Opens Detransition Clinic Following $10 Million Settlement
Texas Children's Hospital has opened a detransition clinic under a $10 million settlement with the State of Texas and the federal government, Attorney General Ken Paxton announced October 27, 2026.
State Invests Over $1.7 Million in Career Training Grants for Houston and the RGV
Governor Greg Abbott announced four Skills Development Fund (SDF) grant awards totaling $1,726,092 to Houston City College, Workforce Solutions Lower Rio Grande Valley, and local partners. These grants, administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), will help provide customized training for 689 new and current workers in high-demand occupations in manufacturing, technology, logistics, and more.
Statewide Spotlight on PSJA ISD Learning Tactics
At the invitation of the Texas Education Agency (TEA), Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD leaders presented the district’s approach to expanding learning opportunities and supporting teachers during a statewide superintendents call with the Mike Morath Commissioner of Education for Texas on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
PSJA ISD Hosts 10th Annual Early Childhood Education Conference
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) welcomed over 300 early childhood educators and childcare professionals to its 10th Annual Early Childhood Conference on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at PSJA Early College High School.
Texas DPS Receives Leadership in Police Aviation Award for Fifth Time
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is proud to announce that its Aircraft Operations Division (AOD) has received the 2026 Leadership in Police Aviation Award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). The award was presented during the IACP Annual Awards Banquet in Orlando, Florida, on Tuesday.
Hidalgo County 2026 Consolidated Tax Bills have Been Mailed
Hidalgo County Tax Assessor & Collector Pablo (Paul) Villarreal Jr. announced on Wednesday that the 2026 consolidated tax statements have been mailed.
Pharr PD Adds Three New Police Bicycles, Strengthening Community Policing
The City of Pharr and the Pharr Police Department continue to strengthen community policing efforts with the addition of three new police bicycles, funded through surplus federal grant funds that were strategically reprogrammed to support the City's community policing initiative.
McAllen Police Ask for Public’s Help Identifying Suspect in Vehicle Theft Case
Texas Border Business McAllen Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in an auto theft investigation. On October 23, 2026, McAllen Police Officers investigated the reported theft of a 2022 black BMW X1 SUV from the parking area of abusiness in the 100 block of East Ridge Road in McAllen. Investigators obtained surveillance images showing a person believed to be connected to the...
