Texas Border Business
By Roberto Hugo González
Pharr, Texas, November 12, 2024–witnessed a one-of-a-kind event as DHR Health, in partnership with the city and state officials, broke ground on a new behavioral hospital. This historic occasion brought together leaders from the medical, political, and community spheres to mark a significant step forward in addressing mental health care needs throughout the Rio Grande Valley and Texas.
The ceremony opened with a captivating performance by the Los Malosos del Norte Mariachi Group from PSJ North Early College High School, directed by Mary Echeverria, assisted by Michael Barrera , and supported by Principal Lisa Diaz. Their uplifting music set a celebratory tone for the groundbreaking. The audience, led by the event’s co-hosts, Marissa Castañeda, Senior Executive Vice President for DHR Health, and Yuri Gonzalez, News Director and Public Information Officer for the City of Pharr, expressed their gratitude with applause.
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